Child Care Program Coordinator - University of Utah

The Student Parent Support Center performs a vital role at the University of Utah, by providing information and support to for students, faculty, staff and early childhood practitioners. UKids Child Care Programs is a family of six child care programs providing child care for University students, faculty, staff, and patients of the University Health Care System.This position is for an experienced Early Childhood Program Coordinator/Director. The UKids Child Care Programs are designed to meet the needs of University Student Parents, staff and faculty are part of the Student Affairs Department and operate under the supervision of the Student Parent Support Center. These programs are a dynamic learning and work environment that serve children between the ages of 6 weeks and 6 years on campus. Also including three drop-in child care centers in satellite locations in University Health Centers in Farmington, Sugar House and South Jordan.This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children whose parents study, work and access services at University of Utah locations. It also offers the opportunity to be part of a vibrant growth and development in the business practices and quality initiatives. Successful candidates must be innovative, goal-oriented and pro-active, with both classroom and administrative experience in an Early Childhood setting.The Coordinator supports lead teachers in planning and implementing curriculum, ensuring goals and objectives are in accordance with established criteria. Interprets program policies and advises program participants to ensure positive outcomes for all. The coordinator is responsible for center budgeting and must meet stringent University standards in this area. In addition to the program coordinator, staff includes hourly office and teaching staff.This job listing is currently hiring two positions, one on-campus Coordinator position and a Health Center Coordinator position. If you are hired for the health center position, travel to the satellite locations for monthly meetings, classroom staffing, and staff supervision and training, as needed, is required.