Education and Enrollment Specialist
Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center
Education and Enrollment Specialist
Full Time • Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center
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- Competitive salary
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- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center (GEZFLC)
Location: Gainesville, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Gainesville, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Executive Director
Position Summary
Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center is seeking a motivated, organized, and passionate Education & Enrollment Specialist to join our leadership team.
This position plays an important role in supporting classroom education, tracking student progress, coaching teachers, and helping our center grow through enrollment and family engagement.
We are looking for someone who takes initiative, communicates well, holds high expectations, and believes every child deserves a strong educational foundation.
Key Responsibilities
Education & Student Development
- Monitor classroom curriculum and lesson plan implementation.
- Conduct regular classroom observations and provide teacher feedback.
- Support teachers with classroom management and developmentally appropriate instruction.
- Oversee student assessments in the fall, winter, and spring.
- Track student progress and identify areas where additional support is needed.
- Assist with VPK STAR assessments and student readiness goals.
- Ensure classrooms meet GEZFLC's educational quality expectations.
Enrollment & Family Engagement
- Manage enrollment inquiries, tours, applications, and follow-ups.
- Maintain accurate enrollment records and waiting lists.
- Build positive relationships with current and prospective families.
- Develop strategies to increase enrollment and improve family retention.
- Coordinate enrollment events, open houses, and community outreach.
- Work with leadership to monitor classroom openings and enrollment goals.
- Maintain professional communication with families through Procare and other approved methods.
Teacher Support & Accountability
- Conduct classroom walkthroughs and provide constructive feedback.
- Support teachers in meeting educational expectations.
- Help identify professional development needs.
- Follow up on classroom improvement goals.
- Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive learning environment.
Program Quality & Compliance
- Support compliance with Florida DCF licensing requirements.
- Help maintain APPLE Accreditation and Gold Seal quality standards.
- Monitor educational documentation and classroom assessments.
- Work closely with the Assistant Director to ensure classrooms are prepared for quality reviews.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in early childhood education.
- Experience with enrollment, family engagement, or educational leadership preferred.
- Florida Staff Credential (CDA, FCCPC, or qualifying equivalent) required.
- Degree in Education preferred.
- Knowledge of Florida VPK, School Readiness, and DCF requirements.
- Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.
- Experience with Procare and student assessment systems is a plus.
- Ability to coach teachers, solve problems, and work independently.
- Must meet applicable Florida childcare background screening and training requirements.
What We Are Looking For
Our ideal candidate is someone who:
- Takes ownership of responsibilities without constant reminders.
- Is comfortable providing feedback and holding staff accountable.
- Understands that student progress is just as important as enrollment growth.
- Can balance administrative duties with being actively involved in classrooms.
- Builds trusting relationships with families.
- Is dependable, flexible, and willing to help wherever needed.
- Brings new ideas and follows through on them.
Why Join GEZFLC?
At GEZFLC, we believe in building strong foundations for children and meaningful connections with families. As an APPLE Accredited and Gold Seal center, we are committed to high-quality early childhood education.
Our motto is simple: We Grow Greatness.
We are looking for someone who shares that commitment and wants to make a lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and educators.
Apply today and help us grow greatness!
GEZFLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation: $40,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year
ABOUT US
EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES 4 ALL
Gainesville for All was created in 2016 with the help of the Gainesville Sun and the Community Foundation of North Central Florida to seek systemic solutions to problems of race and poverty in the region.
It has had successes in each of its areas of focus, which include education, criminal justice, health and transportation and family support. In the spring of 2021 it played a significant role in winning approval by the city and county of its 2017 recommendation for free RTS fares for riders under age 18 and over age 65.
OUR MISSION
Gainesville For All was formed to address racial and economic inequities that hurt people and hinder our community from achieving its best potential. It is an initiative of The Gainesville Sun in partnership with the Community Foundation of North Central Florida.
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