Early Childhood Coach & Curriculum Specialist

Boys & Girls Club Of the Northern Plains; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains in Brookings, SD seeks an Early Childhood Specialist to serve as the curriculum and ECE expert for the Infant/Toddler or Preschool program. This role coaches teachers on instructional practices, models classroom strategies, and supports a high-quality learning environment.

You will work on floor, conduct observations, guide assessment with TSG GOLD, and partner with families and the Center Director to improve children's learning experiences, while

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree is required; bachelor’s strongly preferred.
• CDA credential required if Associate’s not completed.
• Minimum 3 years of classroom experience in quality early childhood program.
• Experience with Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and adult learning abilities.
• Knowledge of NAEYC standards and trauma-informed practice.
• Safety-sensitive role; CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Coaches teachers using modeling, observation, and feedback.
• Conducts regular classroom observations with timely feedback.
• Models developmentally appropriate and trauma-informed teaching.
• Guides daily implementation of Creative Curriculum and lesson planning.
• Collaborates on TSG GOLD assessment practices.
• Identifies teacher development needs and coordinates PD plans.
• Monitors children's readiness for transitions.
• Partners with families to communicate progress.
• Maintains curriculum fidelity and safe learning environments.
• Supports ratio coverage during transitions.
• Keeps current in specialty through ongoing PD.

Skills

Coaching

Observation

Communication

Adult learning

Cultural responsiveness

Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Bachelor's degree preferred

CDA credential

Tools

Creative Curriculum

Teaching Strategies GOLD

Job description

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains in Brookings, SD seeks an Early Childhood Specialist to serve as the curriculum and ECE expert for the Infant/Toddler or Preschool program. This role coaches teachers on instructional practices, models classroom strategies, and supports a high-quality learning environment.

You will work on floor, conduct observations, guide assessment with TSG GOLD, and partner with families and the Center Director to improve children's learning experiences, while