<p>Duties</p> <p>The early childhood coordinator will support home visitors and classroom staff. Work to ensure that the program meets the needs of the whole child and supports parents/ guardians in addressing family needs. Will work with staff to improve instructional quality and achieve mastery as early childhood professionals. Support grant development and management for early childhood programs: Prevention Initiative 0-3 and Preschool for All Expansion. 200-day position as required by the Early Childhood Grants.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Bachelor's Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education.</p> <p>Holds an Illinois Professional Educator License.</p> <p>Experience as an early childhood educator and experience as a coach or supervisor of educators preferred.</p> <p>Commitment to supporting at-risk families.</p> <p>Salary/Benefits</p> <p>Salary per CEA Contract 24-27 found by clicking the previous link or at calhoun40.net; District Information; Board of Education; Contracts; CEA Contract 24-27.</p> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>Candidates are invited to apply by submitting the following information digitally to Lori Young, Superintendent, Calhoun CUSD #40, PO Box 387, Hardin, IL 62047, lyoung@calhoun40.net.</p> <p>Formal Letter of Interest, Resume, Three Letters of Reference, Employment Application (Not applicable for long-term subs), Proof of Licensure in the State of Illinois as an educator (teachers, paraprofessionals) and Unofficial transcripts (Educators Only) Applicant should have official transcripts sent from the institution when requested by District</p> <p>Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page</p> <p>https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5318/Ccsd/aa646dc0-b990-4db1-9f35-24e3c08cd0b8/Employment_Application_2025-_fillable.pdf?disposition=inline</p> <p>Email Address</p> <p>lyoung@calhoun40.net</p> <p>School District</p> <p>http://calhoun40.net</p> <p>ILearn Link</p> <p>ILearn</p> <p>Report Card Link</p> <p>District Report Card</p> <p>Job Posting Date</p> <p>3/31/2026</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>4/30/2026</p> <p>Start Date</p> <p>3/31/2026</p>