Early Childhood Education Coach

We are seeking reliable, nurturing, career-minded teachers for our Early Learning Centers. Serving children from birth to 5 years old, our infant and preschool programs provide high quality child care and holistic support for low income families, and work to ensure that all our kids are prepared for a lifetime of learning with the tools and support they need to thrive.

POSITION SUMMARY:

These general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals, Mission and Policies of the YMCA of the East Bay. The Coach supports teaching staff in implementing the policies, procedures, professional development initiatives, and goals of the program and provides training, technical assistance and coaching for individuals and teaching teams in the areas of classroom practices/techniques, classroom management, classroom environments, technology and database support, child assessment, lesson/curriculum planning, documentation and other areas, as identified. The Coach works collaboratively with Center Directors, consultants and staff from all service areas to provide a high-quality program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Design and deliver high-quality programming that achieves the educational, administrative and service delivery goals.
2. Observe classrooms and collect data using research-based tools. Design training, coaching, and technical assistance based on data.
3. Identify staff who need coaching through observation and data collection.
4. Implement a model of Practice Based Coaching, designed to support individuals and teams in meeting goals and utilizing best classroom practices.
5. Participate in the design and implementation of program quality improvement initiatives.
6. Work with Managers, Coordinators and Center Directors to support Teaching staff in implementing agency School Readiness Goals.
7. Train Teachers regarding use of online database systems for tracking child progress.
8. Prepare Teachers to use media, equipment and technology in relation to classroom and program goals, including presentations.
9. Coach staff in classroom documentation including lesson planning, observation, screening, assessment, and analysis.
10. Participate in meetings, classes, and trainings for professional growth.
11. Ensure accurate documentation of child assessment data in database.
12. Maintain effective relationships with staff through face to face conversations and written communication.
13. Participate with other team members to collaborate regarding classroom and center needs.
14. Stay current on national developments in ECE, inclusion, coaching and mental health by attending conferences, workshops/seminars, meetings; communicate appropriate information to staff, providers, families, Board, Policy Council, and community partners.
15. Special projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor

MEASURE OF EFFECTIVENESS

This position has a primary impact on the operations of the Head Start/Early Head Start Program. Therefore, the effectiveness of the fulfillment of this position should be measured by:

1.             The knowledge of Head Start/Early Head Start program procedures.

2.             The sound administration of systems and records that are organized, up-to-date and accurate.

3.             Successfully integration of technology into the program, related to program goals.

4.             A positive point of contact for staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field with appropriate ECE coursework
• Child Development permit at the Site Supervisor level or above
• Computer Literacy-Microsoft Office, email, internet, database.
• Three years’ experience as a classroom teacher in Early Childhood Programs, prefer experience in state subsidized or Early/Head Start setting
• Experience working with children and families of diverse cultural, linguistic and economic backgrounds.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners
• Criminal record clearance and health requirements that include physical exam, TB and immunizations