Overview
The Eliot-Pearson children's school is the laboratory-demonstration school affiliated with the Eliot-Pearson department of child study and human development at Tufts University . The school serves as a model and demonstration facility, providing a training and observation site for new and experienced teachers and a research facility for faculty and supervised students. The children's school enrolls approximately 69 children. It has preschool and kindergarten to first grade classes.
What You'll Do
The School Coordinator works closely with the Director and the administrative team to plan, coordinate and monitor school and fiscal operations, including overseeing admissions and enrollment processes, open house and admissions school visits. The Financial Coordinator will :
- Monitor and support daily school operations, policies and procedures, children and staff files and reports, licensing requirements, maintaining, and updating records and documentation of compliance with EEC regulations and NAEYC accreditation standards.
- Monitor the budget, inflow, expense accounts, tuition accounts, and staff and family contracts.
- Support the school's marketing, communication, and outreach, as well as local, global, and special collaborations or projects.
- Supervise the front desk staff in providing support to the administrative team.
What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements :
Knowledge and skills as typically acquired by an Associate Degree with 4+ years of experience, OR a Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of experienceDemonstrated interpersonal and communication skills with teachers, staff, helping professionals, children and familiesStrong written communication skillsDemonstrated respect for a diverse and inclusive group of staff, children and their familiesCan work collaboratively and effectively in a team; shows flexibility and adaptabilityCan build positive relationships with parents and extended families of children attending Eliot-Pearson Children's SchoolCan respond effectively to varied challenges presented each dayCan use technology to perform tasks efficiently and effectively; familiar with Macintosh and PC platforms software (Microsoft word, Excel, Appleworks or MS Publisher, iPhoto and other digital imaging programs)Highly organized; can handle several different projects at once, set priorities, and ask for help; effectively manage files, schedules, timelines, and deadlinesAbility to work independently under pressure and handle confidential materialsExperience or demonstrated interest in data management and analysisPreferred Qualifications :
Ability to work in a university setting and under the DirectorMore than 2 years of related experienceExperience in office management, creating budgets, and managing finance accountsExperience in working at a childcare centerKnowledge of MA State License and National Accreditation RequirementSpecial Work Schedule Requirements :
This position is expected to be on campus 5 days per week, with remote work during School year breaks (winter break, February break, and April break). The use of vacation time is encouraged during August when the Children's School is closed.
Pay Range
Minimum $27.30, Midpoint $32.50, Maximum $37.70
Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.