Early Childhood Coach

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc.•San Luis Obispo, CA

7d•$23 - $29

About The Position

The Early Childhood Coach helps plan and support overall program operations under the direction of the Education Coordinator. The role provides feedback and guidance to teaching staff to strengthen their skills and support high-quality services for children and families, contributing to an enriching, developmentally appropriate learning environment. The Coach works with Education Coordinators, specialists, and community partners to support a comprehensive, multicultural, and anti-bias program while promoting curriculum fidelity and staff development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
Three years of teaching experience with children aged 0–5 in a licensed setting.
One year of experience in a supervisory or administrative role.
Child Development Teacher Permit or higher.
Certification in pediatric first aid and CPR, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Depending on department assignment, a valid California driver's license, current DMV driving record, and proof of insurance may be required for job-related travel. Where driving is an essential job function, candidates must be at least 21 years old and have at least three years of driving experience.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in two or more languages, including one that supports the needs of the program and community.

Responsibilities

Work with Education Coordinators and specialists to plan, implement, and support a developmentally comprehensive, multicultural, and anti-bias program for children and families while ensuring curriculum fidelity across classrooms.
Participate in planning, developing, and delivering training for instructional staff on child growth and development.
Provide coaching, training, modeling, and ongoing guidance to instructional staff; monitor progress toward established goals; and score teachers using the Classroom Assessment and Scoring System (CLASS).
Support instructional staff in using child assessment data to develop learning goals and activities that promote each child's development and school readiness.
Ensure indoor and outdoor learning environments are developmentally appropriate, safe, engaging, and aligned with program standards and environmental rating scales.
Collaborate with education staff on classroom setup and program implementation at the beginning of the program year using fidelity tools and established quality standards.
Participate in community partnerships and quality improvement initiatives, including Quality Matters, QRIS Consortium, First 5, and other early childhood education collaborations.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with coaches, consultants, and professionals from partner agencies to support program quality and staff development.
Network within and outside the agency to increase knowledge of resources and services, strengthen community partnerships, support agency goals, and enhance CAPSLO's visibility.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and comply with agency policies, procedures, and professional standards.
Follow applicable safety policies and practices to maintain a safe environment for children, families, staff, and community members.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director and/or Education Coordinator.