CDA Coach

Join Our Team as a CDA Coach

Working as a CDA Coach at Kingswood Community Center offers a uniquely rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about early childhood education and professional development.

Why You Should Join Us

• Impactful Work: As a CDA Coach, you directly influence the quality of early childhood education by empowering professionals through their CDA credentialing journey.
• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing professional development and career advancement within a mission-driven organization.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a dynamic, supportive, and innovative team that values creativity and teamwork.
  
  

Who We Are

Founded in 1946, Kingswood Community Center, Inc. (KCC) sits in the heart of the Riverside Community located in Northeast Wilmington. KCC's mission is to enable people in Northeast Wilmington and surrounding communities to achieve their potential for economic, social, and personal well-being. KCC offers programs for the youngest and oldest alike, as it includes an early learning center for 12 months to 5 years of age, before and aftercare, after school programming for school age youth, and a senior center for the elders in the community. In addition to programming, KCC provides resources, opportunities, and events to all ages.

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What You’ll Do

The CDA Facilitator/Coach provides holistic support, individual guidance, and leadership to groups of early childhood professionals completing the Child Development Associate® (CDA) credential. This position works closely with the Early Childhood Innovation Center (ECIC) at Delaware State University (DSU) to implement an evidence-based model designed to empower professionals through the credentialing process through relationship-based coaching and cohort facilitation.

Program Development

• Develop and lead new and expanded initiatives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Devise strategies to ensure growth of programs and initiatives.
• Ensure the implementation of high-quality curricula and activities following evidence-based models for CDA completion.
• Assist with the recruitment of potential CDA participants by providing essential program details and information on the CDA process.
• Maintain an active understanding of agency programs to increase opportunities for support and collaboration.
• Practice continuous learning through individual study, classroom training, seminars, and conferences.
  
  

Instruction and Facilitation

• Provide support to CDA cohorts by coordinating operations, schedules, and activities; including but not limited to creating calendars, meeting plans, and preparing all relevant documentation; coordinating and scheduling meetings (virtual, phone, and in-person); and securing materials and equipment as needed.
• Facilitate cohort meetings, working with adult professionals in a group setting.
• Provide one-on-one and small group coaching and guidance using a strengths-based perspective. Assist participants with goal setting and the creation and implementation of individual action plans. Adapt services and make recommendations based on participant needs or preferences.
• Maintain contact with participants and provide regular guidance to reduce barriers to participation and CDA completion.
  
  

Community Engagement

• Assist the ECIC CDA coordinator with various activities such as responding to inquiries regarding the CDA, providing instruction and support assisting students in all areas of the enrollment/registration process, and advising students into the correct phase of CDA process (or connect them with the appropriate success coach/program coordinator).
• Network with businesses, schools, and government offices to identify resources and develop partnerships to strengthen service delivery, to develop programs, and address community needs.
  
  

Resource Management

• Maintain a clean, safe, and developmentally appropriate environment, including the organization of space, storage of supplies and materials, and sanitation of equipment.
  
  

Data Management and Reporting

• Coordinate data management, outcomes tracking, and program reporting for grants and programs, including collection and organization of supporting documentation (i.e., participant files, internal reports). Assist with the maintenance of filing systems for participants and the agency, ensuring participant files are up-to-date and organized per grant or licensing requirements.
• Uphold agency policies and standards, ensuring state, federal, and local regulations are followed (e.g., licensing, Delaware STARS, accidents, incidents, and disciplinary actions) and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Assist with program evaluation and assessment processes (satisfaction surveys and environmental scans) to include program delivery, customer service, and effectiveness and progress toward program objectives.
• Analyze information and maintain complete, organized, and accurate documentation (including email communication). Prepare and submit timely reports and other documentation.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree preferred. Associate degree from an accredited college or university which has equipped applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position required.
  
  

Certification Requirements

First Aid/CPR preferred; must be certified within first 60 days of hire.

Conditions of Hire

• A satisfactory criminal background and reference check, a valid driver’s license, and an acceptable driving record are required at time of appointment and throughout employment in this position.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Be a self-starter, with a high level of initiative, and a proven proactive thinker who thrives in a dynamic and matrixed environment.
• Exercise initiative and sound judgment in analyzing complex issues and problems.
• Identify and evaluate alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Express ideas, concepts, and technical information clearly and concisely, both in writing and orally.
• Manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail and effective time management skills.
• Microsoft Office suite, database management, project management software, and applications such as Adobe proficiently.
• Be a team player, adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility as workstreams shift.
• Be culturally sensitive and open to constructive feedback.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate solid business acumen.
• Set priorities and provide guidance through direct and influence management.
• Effectively block, tackle, and troubleshoot day-to-day issues.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Develop and provide budget oversight and tracking.
• Lead effective and impactful community engagement.
• Network effectively with local businesses, corporations, vendors.
• Analyze data and make data-driven decisions.
  
  

Work Environment And Requirements

• Schedule: This is a full-time position, and general hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 9:00am-5:30 pm.; however, this position may require day hours and weekend work.
• Travel: Primarily local during the business day, with some out-of-area or overnight travel as needed.
• Physical Demands: Ability to sit for extended periods, use technology, and move about to facilitate workshops or meetings.
  
  

Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

How We Evaluate Performance

Performance in this position will be evaluated in alignment with our Employee Handbook standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kingswood Community Center is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under local, state, or federal law.