Child Development Coach
About The Position
The Child Development Coach supports teaching staff in planning and implementing optimal learning environments and practices for children. Under the direction and leadership of the LEAP Director, the coach provides ongoing professional development, builds teachers’ skills, and helps them apply new knowledge. Coaching guidance aligns with teaching practices identified by the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS). The position supports classroom staff with curriculum implementation, child observations, curriculum and behavioral plans, and classroom environments, routines, and activities. The coach also supports NAEYC accreditation and QRIS progress, and provides classroom coverage as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience working with young children in a classroom setting.
- Training and/or experience in coaching practices.
- Experience working with low-income, culturally diverse, and at-risk families and individuals.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, attention-to-detail, oral communication, and written communication skills.
- Flexibility and ability to adapt successfully to diverse learning styles.
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members and community partners.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Flexible schedule to meet the needs of children and families, including some evenings and weekends.
- Documented proof of a current physical exam, negative TB test, and proof of MMR immunity; Hepatitis B immunity is advisable.
- A DEEC Background Record check will be completed upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Knowledge of or experience implementing the CSEFEL Pyramid Model.
Responsibilities
- Support classroom staff in successfully implementing the Early Learning curriculum.
- Coach, consult with, and model practices for classroom teachers as needed.
- Conduct individual child observations to gather data supporting curriculum and/or behavioral plan development.
- Support implementation of curriculum and/or behavioral plans through ongoing observation and collaboration with staff and families.
- Provide consultation and recommendations to teachers and the center director regarding classroom learning environments, routines, and activities.
- Consult with the director to plan professional development based on teachers’ skills and needs.
- Maintain a list of assigned educators and track coaching activities.
- Maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with the LEAP Director.
- Report progress to the Director monthly.
- Participate in ongoing training as needed.
- Support the NAEYC accreditation process.
- Support progress toward the upper movement on QRIS.
- Support classroom coverage as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
