Position Details Status:

Part-Time Expected Schedule:

Approximately 16-24 hours per week , with an average target of approximately 20 hours

Compensation:

$24.00-$28.00 per hour , depending on experience, credentials and demonstrated capability

Work Location:

Onsite at Kiddie Academy of Charlotte-Highlands This position is designed as a part-time educational leadership role, generally averaging approximately 20 hours per week. Scheduling may be structured collaboratively based on Academy needs and candidate availability, with an emphasis on onsite hours when classroom observation, teacher coaching and development can be most effective. Hours may vary somewhat based on training activities, quality initiatives, onboarding needs and classroom priorities. The role may evolve as the Academy grows and organizational needs change; however, expansion to full-time employment or another position is not guaranteed. The Coordinator may occasionally support classroom operations when necessary, as is expected of members of the Academy leadership team; however, this position is not intended to serve as routine classroom ratio coverage . Position Summary The Curriculum & Quality Coordinator is an instructional leadership and teacher-development position responsible for helping Kiddie Academy of Charlotte-Highlands consistently deliver a high-quality, developmentally appropriate educational experience across classrooms. Working closely with the Academy Director and leadership team, the Coordinator will spend significant time directly in classrooms observing, coaching, modeling, mentoring and supporting teachers. This is not primarily a desk-based curriculum-planning position. The Coordinator will help ensure consistent implementation of Kiddie Academy's proprietary Life Essentials® curriculum , strengthen classroom practice, support teacher onboarding and development, improve the visibility of children's learning for families, and contribute to the Academy's broader quality-improvement and accreditation objectives. The Academy Director retains overall accountability for educational quality. The Curriculum & Quality Coordinator serves as a key instructional resource who helps translate Academy standards into strong and consistent classroom execution. A commitment to Kiddie Academy's mission of "Awakening possibilities through Life Essentials®" is essential. Key Areas of Accountability 1. Curriculum Implementation & Educational Quality Support consistent and effective implementation of the Kiddie Academy Life Essentials® curriculum throughout the Academy. Help teachers understand curriculum expectations and translate them into meaningful, developmentally appropriate classroom experiences. Review classroom practices, lesson implementation and learning environments for alignment with Academy expectations. Help ensure children's learning experiences reflect high standards for engagement, intentional teaching and developmentally appropriate practice. Identify opportunities to strengthen curriculum fidelity and classroom execution. Help teachers confidently explain what children are learning and why those experiences are developmentally meaningful. Support appropriate documentation and communication of children's educational experiences and developmental progress to families. Help establish and reinforce a clear vision of what a high-quality, premium Kiddie Academy classroom should consistently look and feel like. 2. Classroom Observation, Coaching & Follow-Through Spend meaningful scheduled time within classrooms observing teaching practices, routines, interactions and learning environments. Conduct regular classroom quality walkthroughs and structured observations. Provide practical, respectful and actionable feedback to teachers. Model effective teaching practices, classroom routines, transitions, child engagement and behavior-management techniques when appropriate. Provide follow-up coaching to help ensure agreed improvements are sustained. Identify teacher strengths as well as areas requiring additional development or support. Partner with Academy leadership when performance concerns require additional intervention or accountability. Maintain appropriate documentation of coaching activities, observations, developmental priorities and follow-up. Escalate significant educational, supervision, safety or performance concerns promptly to Academy leadership. The Coordinator is expected to function primarily as a coach, mentor and instructional resource . Formal employee discipline and employment decisions remain the responsibility of Academy management unless specifically delegated. 3. Teacher Onboarding & Professional Development Strengthen the practical classroom component of new-teacher onboarding. Help new employees understand Kiddie Academy educational standards, classroom expectations and professional practices. Coordinate appropriate classroom shadowing, modeling and peer-learning opportunities. Partner with designated Mentor Teachers to create an effective and consistent onboarding experience for new educators. Conduct follow-up check-ins with newer teachers to identify questions, developmental needs and emerging concerns. Help develop and facilitate relevant teacher training and professional-development activities. Provide targeted coaching based on classroom observations, quality priorities and individual teacher needs. Encourage continuous learning and professional growth throughout the teaching team. 4. Mentor Teacher Program Partner with Academy leadership to develop and strengthen the Academy's Mentor Teacher program. Support Mentor Teachers in understanding their role as peer models, coaches and onboarding resources. Help identify strong classroom practitioners who may have the capability to serve as future Mentor Teachers. Coordinate opportunities for new or developing teachers to observe and learn from high-performing educators. Provide Mentor Teachers with guidance, resources and feedback that help them effectively support others. Maintain clear boundaries between peer mentoring and formal supervisory responsibilities. 5. Classroom Management & Teacher Support Help teachers strengthen classroom routines, transitions and age-appropriate behavior-management practices. Provide practical assistance to teachers experiencing challenges with classroom organization, engagement or group management. Model positive teacher-child interactions and developmentally appropriate guidance. Help teachers create organized, intentional and engaging learning environments. Support teaching teams in developing consistent practices that improve both employee effectiveness and children's classroom experience. Work collaboratively and respectfully with teachers while maintaining clear expectations for quality and improvement. 6. Family Experience & Demonstrated Educational Value Help ensure the educational value of the Academy is visible and understandable to families. Support teachers in communicating children's learning experiences effectively to parents. Encourage strong classroom displays, learning documentation and other appropriate demonstrations of children's educational experiences. Help connect classroom activities to the developmental purpose behind them. Support leadership in strengthening the Academy's premium educational value proposition. Contribute to family events, educational showcases or other activities designed to engage families in children's learning when appropriate. 7. Quality Improvement, Accreditation & NAEYC Pathway Support the Academy's continuing progress toward higher educational and quality standards. Partner with the Academy Director and ownership in executing the Academy's NAEYC accreditation pathway and applicable North Carolina quality-rating objectives. Assist with quality assessments, documentation, classroom preparation and improvement plans associated with accreditation and quality initiatives. Help identify gaps between current practice and applicable quality standards. Develop practical recommendations and coaching plans to close identified gaps. Support sustained quality improvement rather than short-term preparation solely for inspections or assessments. Assist leadership in maintaining readiness for applicable Kiddie Academy quality reviews, licensing visits and other educational-quality evaluations. 8. Leadership Team Partnership Work collaboratively with the Academy Director, Assistant Director and other members of the Academy leadership team. Provide leadership with regular visibility into classroom strengths, emerging concerns, teacher-development needs and educational-quality trends. Bring practical recommendations and potential solutions when identifying concerns. Participate in appropriate leadership meetings, teacher-development discussions and quality reviews. Help leadership prioritize coaching and development resources based on the Academy's most important needs. Support consistent communication between Academy leadership and classroom teams. Maintain confidentiality and professional judgment regarding employee-development and performance information. Contribute positively to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, teamwork and professional development. Qualifications Required Meaningful professional experience working in a licensed early childhood education or childcare center. Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate early childhood practices. Demonstrated success as an effective classroom educator, instructional leader, teacher mentor, curriculum resource or comparable early childhood professional. Practical knowledge of classroom management, curriculum implementation and effective teacher-child interactions. Ability to observe teaching practices and provide constructive, actionable feedback. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to build credibility and productive working relationships with classroom teachers and Academy leaders. Strong organizational and follow-through skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a leadership team. Commitment to exceptional educational quality and family service. Ability to meet all applicable background-check, health, training and regulatory requirements associated with employment in a licensed North Carolina childcare center. Strongly Preferred Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and significant professional experience. Five or more years of progressive early childhood education experience. Experience as a Curriculum Coordinator, Education Coach, instructional leader, Lead Teacher, Mentor Teacher, Assistant Director, Director or comparable role. Experience coaching, mentoring or training other early childhood educators. Experience conducting classroom observations and providing developmental feedback. Strong knowledge of curriculum implementation and lesson planning. Experience with Kiddie Academy Life Essentials® , Kiddie Academy operations or another high-quality/premium early childhood education system. Experience with NAEYC accreditation , North Carolina quality-rating programs or comparable accreditation/quality-improvement systems. Experience helping onboard and develop new teachers. Experience supporting educators across multiple age groups. Demonstrated ability to improve classroom quality, teacher performance or educational consistency. Leadership & Professional Characteristics The strongest candidate will demonstrate: Genuine passion for early childhood education Educational credibility with classroom teachers Warmth combined with appropriately high standards Strong coaching and mentoring instincts Ability to give feedback constructively and respectfully Patience without avoiding accountability Strong observation and listening skills Ability to model rather than merely explain effective practices High follow-through and personal accountability Initiative and proactive problem-solving Emotional maturity and sound professional judgment Collaborative working style Ability to earn trust while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries Comfort working with teachers at different experience and performance levels Commitment to continuous learning and improvement A desire to help other educators become more capable and successful Physical and Other Requirements The position requires regular onsite presence throughout classrooms, playgrounds and other Academy areas. The Curriculum & Quality Coordinator must be able to perform the physical activities normally associated with working in an early childhood education environment and interacting appropriately with young children. The position requires the ability to move between classrooms throughout the workday, observe classroom activity, participate in modeling and coaching activities and respond appropriately to safety or operational concerns. The employee must complete all required background checks, professional development, health requirements and continuing education applicable to the position. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned or modified as necessary to support the successful operation of the Academy.

Pay:

$24.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 16.0 - 24.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Do you have experience coaching, mentoring, training, or providing developmental feedback to other early childhood educators? Are you able to work onsite in Charlotte approximately 16-24 hours per week, with scheduling focused primarily during classroom operating hours? How many years of early childhood education experience do you have? Briefly describe your experience with curriculum implementation, classroom observations, teacher coaching, or quality improvement in an early childhood setting. Do you have experience with NAEYC accreditation, North Carolina quality-rating programs, Kiddie Academy, or another formal early childhood quality system?

Experience:

licensed early childhood education or childcare center: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person