PT Early Childhood Program Evaluation Coordinator

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PT Early Childhood Program Evaluation Coordinator Department:

Talbot House Ministries -

Early Childhood Stability and Development Initiative Reports To:

CWC Program Director FLSA Status:

Exempt -

Part Time Supervises:

None Position Summary The Early Childhood Program Evaluation Coordinator is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust evaluation framework for the Early Childhood Stability and Development Initiative. This position ensures that program outcomes for children (birth to age five) and their parents are accurately measured, tracked, and analyzed to inform continuous quality improvement and report measurable impact to funders and stakeholders.

Core Responsibilities/ Essential Duties:

Program Evaluation and Data Management Administer and coordinate developmental screenings for all children at program entry and follow-up intervals using standardized tools that assess cognitive, language, motor, and social-emotional domains. Maintain secure case management and data files documenting child progress, parent engagement, and overall program outcomes. Track and analyze school readiness indicators—including vocabulary growth, pre-literacy skills, emotional regulation, cooperative play, and task engagement—for preschool-aged participants. Conduct pre- and post-program parent surveys to capture growth in parenting confidence, knowledge of early childhood development, and utilization of positive discipline and attachment practices. Collect and monitor housing stability data to evaluate the correlation between family stability and child developmental outcomes. Continuous Quality Improvement Prepare quarterly internal review summaries identifying trends, success factors, and areas for program refinement. Collaborate with program and clinical staff to align daily operations with evaluation goals and embed data collection strategies into routine program activities. Support development and implementation of improvement plans based on evaluation findings. Reporting and Accountability Compile annual outcome reports detailing participation rates, developmental progress, parent engagement results, and housing stability metrics. Present findings in clear, accessible formats for program staff, leadership, and external funders to ensure transparency and accountability. Contribute data and insights to grant reports and funding applications as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Attention to detail and data accuracy Analytical and critical thinking Empathy and cultural sensitivity Effective written and verbal communication Collaboration and adaptability Commitment to continuous improvement and outcome-driven practice

Education and Background:

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or related field; master's degree preferred. Minimum of three years of experience in early childhood assessment, program evaluation, or data management. Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood developmental screening tools and school readiness assessment methods. Experience working with families experiencing homelessness or housing instability strongly preferred. Strong skills in data analysis, report writing, and cross-functional team collaboration. Commitment to trauma-informed and strengths-based practices.

Physical Requirements:

Possession of a valid driver's license to operate company vehicle, and ability to travel to other locations for business reasons. Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Hiring requirements include a criminal records background check clearance. Ability to remain in a stationary position 25 percent of the time. Ability to move throughout the office to access file cabinets, printers, etc. Ability to operate computer and office machinery. Ability to move to multiple floors of a building. Ability to observe details at close range, communicate and exchange accurate information and express oneself so others will understand. Ability to position self to maintain files and operate equipment, which may require bending, standing, walking, kneeling. Ability to occasionally move and transport items weighing up to 20 pounds. Work Environment This role operates within a residential ministry setting, requiring regular on-site engagement with children, parents, and program staff. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required to support family engagement activities or evaluation deadlines. Mission Alignment The Evaluation Coordinator plays a key role in supporting Talbot House Ministries' mission to empower families toward stability, resilience, and thriving early development through compassionate, evidence-based care.