Educational Coordinator - Cyert Center for Early Education

Job description

The Cyert Center was founded in 1971 by working parents at Carnegie Mellon University, for working parents. Today, we serve 275 children across two locations, fostering a community committed to the highest quality care and education for infants through kindergarten. We are looking for an Educational Coordinator who will demonstrate a passion for early childhood education and a love of learning. We believe children are thinkers, researchers, and problem solvers. Our program prioritizes deep relationships, open dialogue, and collaboration. Hallmarks of our philosophy include a negotiated curriculum, social constructivism, and the rich use of materials for self-expression. As a vital part of Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), we invite you to join our mission of excellence and discovery! Core Responsibilities include: Educational Leadership: Coordinate classroom teams to foster individual child growth and maintain developmentally appropriate educational plans. Curriculum Delivery: Implement the Reggio Emilia approach, organizing a cohesive program that reflects the Center’s pedagogy through inquiry-based teaching. Team Collaboration: Facilitate teamwork and co-create curricula; provide...