ECE Coach

Job Description

Title: Early Childhood Education Coach

Location: Coos Bay, Oregon

Program: South Coast Head Start

Reports to: Education Coordinator

HR Contact: hr@orcca.us

Pay Level: Starting at $57,345.60 annually, Depending on Experience and Qualifications

Staff Supervised: None

FSLA Status: Exempt from overtime

Effective: 12-2024

Position Type: Full-Time, Regular

Revised: 12-2024

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide coaching for birth to five education staff using a reflective practice model; conducts classroom observations; discusses analysis of child outcomes data; provides coaching for staff to improve teacher/child interactions and child outcomes towards school readiness; provides instructional support to teachers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Reason position exists is to perform these functions):

• Train coaching recipient staff on methods and process to be used within our coaching program, in collaboration with supervisory staff.
• Provide individual and/or group coaching to all assigned SCHS education staff.
• Provide training/technical assistance on program curriculum, assessment tools and data during coaching sessions and at all-staff professional development events.
• Conduct program assessments, i.e. CLASS, Creative Curriculum-The Fidelity Tool, TPOT, HOVRS
• Utilize results of self-assessments, surveys, performance appraisals, observations and other data to identify staff strengths and areas for improvement.
• Conduct observations of teaching staff and of their interactions with children and families to create opportunities for discussion.
• Provide feedback in a supportive, instructive and non-judgmental way.
• Work with Education staff to develop individualized goals and objectives. Provide ongoing assistance to implement them and monitor progress.
• Assist Education staff to incorporate assessment data into instructional planning and practice.
• Evaluate progress and effectiveness of coaching and training.
• Model professionalism and best practices at all times.
• Submit completed accurate documentation in a regular and timely manner.
• Support overall information sharing and understanding of SCHS policies, procedures and practices.
• Facilitate communication with others by using available technologies (e.g., phone, fax, e-mail, file sharing)
• Participate in planning and program development efforts.
• Submit written monthly report to supervisor.
• Represent and promote Head Start within the communities assigned by serving on appropriate committees, boards and councils and by attending community meetings, as approved by supervisor.
• Actively engage and support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion activities and inclusion in all work.
• Responsible for personal safety, reporting incidents or accidents within a reasonable amount of time to supervisor or Safety Committee at Safetycommittee@orcca.us.
• Responsible for picking up after one’s self and maintaining company owned equipment. Report damaged or malfunction equipment to supervisor, facilities maintenance or HR.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

TEAM EXPECTATIONS:

Teamwork - We join our individual strengths together creating teams and circles of cooperation to promote innovative thinking and bring opportunity to our community.

Partnerships - We create collaborative community partnerships to best leverage all resources available for the benefit of the community.

Diversity - We welcome and accept differences and honor our co-workers and clients by treating each person with equality, dignity, and respect.

Confidentiality & Ethics - We maintain a high standard of ethics and integrity to respect the confidentiality of clients and staff.

Physical Safety - We respond promptly to address health and safety needs or concerns for clients and staff.

Communications - We encourage timely, open-minded, respectful, and direct communication to alleviate controversies and foster a safe, productive workplace.

Health & Sustainability - Recognizing the importance of physical, emotional, and environmental health, we seek to inspire and model healthy, sustainable living.

Public Relations - We recognize that each of us represents the entire agency in our public interactions and strive to act in a consistently professional and unbiased manner.

Professional Growth - We provide an environment supportive to personal and professional growth, cross training, and advancement.

INDIVIDUAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Model behaviors that demonstrate an understanding, acceptance and welcoming of diversity.
• Attend staff meetings, center meetings, and/or other workshops/meetings as notified.
• Maintain a positive attitude regarding ORCCA and all its programs.
• Maintain respect and positive communication regarding all children, families and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and staff information.
• Maintain open, two-way communication with staff.
• Accept suggestions and guidance from supervisor and other management staff.
• Seek feedback on job performance and evaluate suggestions and guidance to incorporate in performance.
• Commit to further training. Develop an individual training plan using program tools, as appropriate.
• Communicate with supervisor regarding any needed changes or concerns with work schedule.
• Adhere to agency procedures as a mandated child abuse reporter.
• Regular attendance is a requirement of the position.
• Ability to perform the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
  
  

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABLILITIES:

• Understanding of adult learning principles
• Ability to compile and assess data
• Ability to build positive relationships that effectively support and motivate them toward the achievement of desired goals
• Ability to provide leadership, innovation and constructive feedback to early learning professionals
• Ability to communicate self-confidence yet remain open to other perspectives.
• Friendliness, empathy and respect for staff balanced with the ability to individualize according to learning style and background
• Ability to receive feedback appropriately and to seek assistance from other professionals to support learning
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to present and relate to diverse client populations.
• Professional appearance, presentation and demeanor always.
  
  

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or related field required
• Three years of experience as a classroom teacher or home visitor using the program curricula (Creative Curriculum, Growing Great Kids, etc.) preferred
• Three years progressively responsible professional experience which demonstrates significant supervisory and administrative responsibilities preferred
• Strong knowledge of theories and practices of Early Childhood Education/Development typically gained via experience and/or education.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Geographic Area: Coos, Curry, and Coastal Douglas Counties Primary worksite: Coos Bay, Oregon.
• May move or lift items up to 51 pounds.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Primarily indoors, in a climate-controlled environment; may not have access to sunlight. Occasional activities outside in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Potential for open workstations and cubicles with moderate to high noise; work from home where available.
• Some travel-Required ODL and proof of insurance (ORCCA Policy).
  
  

OTHER:

• Reliable method of getting to work.
• Must be free from illegal drugs, may be subject to suspicion testing.
• Must be enrolled in the Oregon Department of Education-Child Care Division Central Background Registry at time of hire and update it as required.
• Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certification within 30 days of hire and update it as required.
• Oregon Food Handler’s card or ServSafe® Food Safety Certification within 30 days of hire and update it as required.
• Health Appraisal within 30 days of hire and update it as required.
• Must be able to pass the State of Oregon Criminal Background Check.
• A current Oregon Driver’s License is required.
• Proof of automobile liability insurance @ $100,000/300,000 liability limits and maintain such limits.
  
  

NOTE: The specific statements reflected in each section of this position description are not intended to be all-conclusive, but rather the basic elements and criteria considered being necessary in order to satisfactorily perform the duties associated with the position. Your employment with ORCCA is at will. This means your employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Employer with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

Oregon Coast Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ORCCA does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operation.

Please inform Human Resources at 541-435-7090 or hr@orcca.us if you require a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of this job.