Early Childhood Program Coordinator

Date Posted: Jul 2, 2024

Requisition ID: 445974

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS):

The mission of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is to celebrate, explore and steward all that is authentically wondrous about Indiana.  The ISMHS is a forward-thinking, unparalleled resource for learning about and appreciating Indiana and its role in the world. We discover, collect, preserve, interpret and present artifacts and exhibits that showcase the stories of Indiana's natural and cultural history, art and science.

Role Overview:

The Early Childhood Program Coordinator will assist with the development, implementation, promotion and evaluation of all programming and services for early childhood youth, parents, educators, and museum visitors at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $46,350.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this roles are as follows:

• Assist with research, program development and facilitation of early childhood programs including school programs, outreach programs, camps, public programs, professional development for educators, and daily engagement experiences

• Develop curriculum and implement designated early childhood programs assigned by the Early Childhood Program Manager

• Assist with grant funded early childhood projects including program development, program facilitation, and evaluation

• Prepare all materials for designated programs and set up of early childhood space, Firefly Landing

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of program supplies for early childhood space, Firefly Landing

• Assist in the development and facilitation of demonstrations and programs for early childhood events and larger public programs within the museum spaces

• Update and manage the early childhood school and community partner database

• Conduct informal and formal evaluation for programs, within the galleries, and throughout the museum as appropriate

• Enhance the visitor experience in the museum by engaging and interacting with visitors within the galleries including the early childhood space, Firefly landing, assisting with visitor questions and concerns

• Assist with program and education engagement department project teams

• Provide excellent customer service to daily visitors, program participants, educators, and parents

• Work with the Early Childhood Programs Manager to develop and implement goals, objectives and learning outcomes for early childhood programs

• Manage customer complaints, incidents, and accidents, taking the lead in emergency situations and safety issues

• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Need for Success:

This person must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Child Development, or related field

• Fluency in Spanish preferred

• Formal / informal teaching experience preferred

• Knowledge of the Reggio-Emilia-inspired philosophy to learning

• Excellent public speaking skills and should display enthusiasm and creativity while interacting with visitors of all ages and abilities

• Must be a team player

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, and occasionally evening events

• Ability to research and write programs, reports, and evaluations

• Ability to work with others on a development team, producing a unified product

• Ability to accept critical suggestions and respond effectively to program evaluations

• Strong organizational, critical, and detailed thinking, analysis, and networking skills

• Familiarity with ADA compliancy rules and procedures and awareness of cultural sensitivity issues

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid new parent leave

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] .

  The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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