Temporary Non-Benefits - Coordinator of Special Programs

The University of Texas System - Richardson, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Richardson, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Coordinator of Special Programs at UT Dallas is responsible for coordinating administrative and reporting activities for outreach programs focused on child development. This entry-level, temporary position supports the Grow With Me and Play With Me programs, which aim to provide developmental screenings and playful learning experiences for young children and their families. The role involves bilingual communication in Mandarin and English, and the position is grant-funded with employment contingent on funding availability through August 2025.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Managers of the Grow With Me and Play With Me outreach programs
• Facilitate weekly in-person playful learning programs for young children ages 0-3 and their parents
• Conduct developmental screenings on children ages 0-5 at Play With Me and other community locations
• Complete 1-month and 3-month follow-up calls of clients served
• Organize events including an annual family celebration and Screening Fairs, in collaboration with local agencies
• Data entry and management
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Bilingual in Mandarin and English
• Employment or practicum experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and/or their families

Nice-to-haves

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in child development, early childhood education, psychology, or a related field

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule eligibility after probationary period
• Opportunity for professional development and training