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School Coordinator

Blockslearning

Stamford, CT

  • $25–$27 per hour
  • Onsite
  • Full Time
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About the role

Are You Ready to Make an Immediate Impact? 

Babilou Family US is part of the global Babilou Family network and brings a local, community-focused approach to early childhood education through our Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools. We are looking for a proactive and collaborative team member who will support our mission and contribute meaningfully to this role. 

As a School Coordinator, you will serve as a key member of the school leadership team, bridging classroom excellence and school operations. This role supports daily center operations, classroom quality, teacher development, family engagement, and regulatory compliance while maintaining a strong connection to children and educators. 

The School Coordinator acts as a leadership resource for teachers, supports the Assistant Director in managing daily operations, and helps ensure a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment grounded in Sustainable Education® principles. 

What We Will Achieve Together

  • Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing learning environment for children and staff. 

  • Support high-quality curriculum implementation and classroom practices. 

  • Strengthen teacher effectiveness through coaching, mentoring, and modeling best practices. 

  • Foster strong relationships with children, families, and team members. 

  • Support enrollment growth through exceptional family experiences and community engagement. 

  • Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, safety standards, and company policies. 

  • Build leadership capacity within the school while supporting operational excellence. 

  • Support nearby school locations with operational needs. 

What You'll Do

School Operations & Leadership 

  • Support the Assistant Director with daily school operations and staffing needs. 

  • Assist with classroom coverage, staff scheduling adjustments, and ratio management. 

  • Conduct daily health, safety, and compliance checks. 

  • Support opening and closing procedures. 

  • Monitor classroom quality and operational readiness throughout the school. 

  • Assist in preparing for licensing visits, audits, and accreditation reviews. 

  • Serve as acting manager-on-duty when designated by the School Director or Assistant Director. 

  • Support implementation of school initiatives, operational goals, and sustainability practices. 

 
Classroom Quality & Teacher Development  

  • Model high-quality teaching practices and Sustainable Education® principles. 

  • Coach, mentor, and support teachers in curriculum implementation and classroom management. 

  • Assist with onboarding and training of new staff members. 

  • Conduct classroom observations and provide developmental feedback. 

  • Support lesson planning and curriculum execution across classrooms. 

  • Promote consistency in classroom routines, child supervision, and educational quality. 

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    Child Development & Safety  

    • Maintain responsibility as a Mandated Reporter in accordance with state regulations. 

    • Ensure children are supervised appropriately throughout the day. 

    • Support teachers in meeting developmental goals and documenting child progress. 

    • Help maintain safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. 

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      Family Engagement & Enrollment Support  

      • Build strong relationships with current and prospective families. 

      • Support school tours and enrollment activities. 

      • Assist with family communication and follow-up. 

      • Participate in family events and community outreach initiatives. 

      • Help create welcoming experiences that support family retention and enrollment growth. 

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        Professional Development  

        • Complete all required training and certifications. 

        • Participate in leadership development opportunities. 

        • Demonstrate the company's HONOR values in all interactions. 

        • Support a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. 

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Required & Preferred Qualifications

Required 

  • Must be at least 20 years’ of age, and: 

  • Obtained a high school diploma or equivalent and 1,080 hours of documented, supervised experience and 12 credits in ECE or child development from an approved program 

  • Three+ years in-school early education/classroom experience. 

  • Demonstrate kindness and respect for self, others, and our community at large. 

  • Skilled in play-based learning approaches and social-emotional learning. 

  • Adhere to all company policies and EEC regulations.   

  • Strong understanding of child development and classroom best practices. 

  • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. 

  • Ability to coach and support fellow educators. 

  • Commitment to Sustainable Education® principles. 

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    Preferred Qualifications  

    • Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field; 

    • OR 4-year college degree in ECE or child development from accredited institution and 360 hours of documented, supervised experience. 

    • Previous leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience. 

    • Experience supporting enrollment, family engagement, or center operations. 

    • Interest in pursuing future school leadership opportunities. 

     
    Leadership Expectations  

    The School Coordinator serves as a leader within the school and may provide direction, coaching, and support to teachers and support staff. While this role does not have primary responsibility for employee performance management, hiring decisions, or disciplinary actions, it contributes to staff development, onboarding, operational decision-making, and school-wide success. 

    The School Coordinator is expected to exercise independent judgment in supporting daily operations, classroom quality, family engagement, and compliance initiatives while partnering closely with the Assistant Director and School Director. 

     

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Active classroom environment with regular interaction with children, families, and team members.  

  • Movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces throughout the day.  

  • Collaborative setting with consistent communication and teamwork.  

Physical Requirements

  • The School Coordinator role requires active involvement in both administrative and classroom environments. To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the following physical abilities are required:  

  • Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday.  

  • Ability to transition between sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day to engage with children and support staff.  

  • Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds, including classroom materials, supplies, and occasional assistance with children’s belongings.  

  • Ability to sit on the floor, engage at a child’s eye level, and participate in age-appropriate activities including light running, outdoor play supervision, and interactive learning experiences.  

  • Comfort working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and regular movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.  

  • Ability to supervise children on playgrounds, in classrooms, hallways, entryways, and common areas.  

  • Ability to respond quickly and safely in emergency situations, including evacuations, drills, and urgent classroom needs.  

  • Ability to follow and model all safety procedures. 

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    All employees must complete a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care.  

We Offer

We invest in our employees’ health, financial wellbeing, professional growth and family success through:  

  • Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.  

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective on your first day of employment. 

  • Free First Stop Health membership, providing 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support. 

  • 401(k) retirement plan with annual discretionary employer match contribution. 

  • Optional life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage, helping provide financial protection and peace of mind. 

  • Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion. 

  • Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and our dedicated CHILD Conference. 

  • Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year's so employees can enjoy additional time with family and friends. 

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering confidential resources and support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal needs. 

  • Employee referral bonus program, because great people know great people! Earn bonuses for helping us build an exceptional team. 

  • Additional lifestyle and fringe benefits, including tuition and professional development reimbursement, pet insurance, and other programs designed to support you and your family. 

Closing

We’re Growing! Building Blocks is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. Little Sprouts LLC provides award-winning early education and child care across 42 New England schools. Through the experience and talents of nearly 900 early education professionals and in partnership with nearly 4,000 families, we are on a meaningful journey to create optimal learning spaces where children ages 0-5 can learn, grow, and thrive.   

Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. At Little Sprouts, LLC we are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society.    

Legal Notice We are an equal opportunity employer and value a workplace where everyone feels welcome. Employment here is offered on an at‑will basis, meaning either the employee or the company may end the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable state and federal laws.

 

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