Program Coordinator – Early Childhood Education
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Program Coordinator at Meaningful Beginnings, a San Francisco early childhood center: teaches a lead classroom while coaching and mentoring teachers to keep the 0–6 program's curriculum, classroom quality, and Title 22 licensing compliance consistent. Requires 24 ECE units and 2–3+ years teaching experience; pays $28.60–$33.50/hour.
About the Role:
The Program Coordinator is a dual-role position that combines classroom teaching with instructional leadership and coaching. This role leads a classroom while also supporting and mentoring teachers to strengthen curriculum quality, consistency, and classroom practices. The Coordinator helps ensure a connected, high-quality program aligned with the values of Meaningful Beginnings.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Teacher Duties:
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum
- Support learning in literacy, math, science, arts, and social-emotional development
- Observe children and maintain developmental portfolios
- Maintain a safe, structured, and engaging classroom environment
- Manage daily routines, transitions, and classroom organization
- Communicate regularly with families regarding child progress
- Ensure compliance with Title 22 licensing and documentation requirements
Program & Coaching Support
- Support curriculum planning across classrooms (0–6 years)
- Conduct classroom walkthroughs and provide feedback to teachers
- Coach and mentor teachers and assistants through modeling and guidance
- Support onboarding and training of new staff
- Help maintain consistency in classroom quality and program practices
- Assist with classroom coverage when needed to maintain ratios
- Support staff collaboration and professional development activities
Qualifications:
- 24 ECE units including Infant/Toddler coursework required
- 2–3+ years of teaching experience (Lead Teacher experience preferred)
- Strong knowledge of child development and classroom management
- Understanding of Title 22 licensing requirements
- Ability to coach and support other educators
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain
- Teacher Permit preferred
What We Offer
- 50% employer-paid medical insurance
- Childcare tuition discount
- Paid professional development and training
- Up to $10,000/year ELFA stipend eligibility
- 3 weeks paid vacation (eligible roles)
- Paid holidays (13+ per year)
- Sign-on bonus offered at 90-day and 6-month milestones
- Opportunities for growth into leadership roles
To Apply:
Submit your resume or a brief message sharing your experience in early childhood education and interest in the Program Coordinator role. You may also send your application directly to careers@meaningfulbeginnings.org.
Work schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Pay: $28.60 - 33.50 per hour