Bilingual Literacy Coach for Early Childhood (Birth–5)

MISSISSIPPI ACTION FOR PROGRESS INC; Highland Meadows (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Head Start Program in Mississippi seeks a Bilingual Literacy Coach to support language and literacy development for dual language learners from birth through age five and their families. This role involves developing bilingual activities, coaching teaching staff, and partnering with families to strengthen home language and English learning in line with Head Start standards.

The position emphasizes individualized coaching, on-site support, and collaboration with the Deputy Head Start Director of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education with coursework in bilingual education, ESL, or language acquisition.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Minimum of two years of experience with bilingual or dual language families and children.
• Experience in licensed childcare, Head Start, Early Head Start, or pre-kindergarten with birth through five.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or training adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop bilingual language and literacy activities for infants to preschoolers aligned with Head Start outcomes.
• Provide individualized coaching and staff development on bilingual literacy strategies.
• Deliver pre-service and in-service training for staff and center personnel.
• Conduct onsite visits to monitor implementation of bilingual activities.
• Prepare pronunciation resources to assist staff with training for bilingual families.
• Engage families with take-home activities, meetings, and workshops on language development and family cultures.
• Assist translating and interpreting for bilingual families across agency services.
• Maintain tracking forms and monthly program reports for leadership review.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Coaching

Presentation skills

English writing

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education with bilingual coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Head Start Program in Mississippi seeks a Bilingual Literacy Coach to support language and literacy development for dual language learners from birth through age five and their families. This role involves developing bilingual activities, coaching teaching staff, and partnering with families to strengthen home language and English learning in line with Head Start standards.

The position emphasizes individualized coaching, on-site support, and collaboration with the Deputy Head Start Director of