ECE Coach

Jobtailor; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a practice-based coach to support Head Start/Early Head Start teachers, teacher assistants, home visitors, and family child care providers. You will conduct observations, model best practices, provide feedback, analyze child outcomes data, and mentor teaching staff.

The role includes delivering initial and ongoing training, technical assistance, and ensuring alignment with California and Head Start standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field required.
• Child Development Permit (Master Teacher or Higher) required with ongoing education.
• 3–5 years’ experience with infants, toddlers, and preschool children.

Responsibilities

• Provide practice-based coaching for Head Start/Early Head Start teachers and staff.
• Conduct observations, model practices, provide feedback, analyze child outcomes data, and coach/mentor staff.
• Provide initial and ongoing training and technical assistance to teaching staff and Center Directors.

Skills

Coaching

Training

Observation

Feedback

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Permit (Master Teacher or Higher)

Infant/Toddler classes (3–6 units)

CPR First Aid certification (pediatric)

Food Handler’s Certificate

Tools

MS Office Applications

Outlook

Excel

Skype

Job description

• Provide practice-based coaching for Head Start/Early Head Start teachers, Teacher Assistants, Home Based Visitors, and Family Child Care Providers
• Conduct observations, model practices, provide feedback, analyze child outcomes data, and coach/mentor teaching staff
• Provide initial and ongoing training and technical assistance to teaching staff and Center Directors
• Assist with or develop procedures for instructional outcomes, curriculum implementation, child assessment, and cultural and linguistic responsiveness
• Maintain reliability in the CLASS assessment tool and design classroom assessment plans
• Analyze CLASS observation data and support staff professional development through evidence-based teaching practice trainings
• Collaborate with the Manager, ECE and field staff to develop and evaluate Early Childhood Education and School Readiness goals
• Monitor developmentally and linguistically appropriate approaches to child development and education
• Monitor and document Early Childhood Education Outcomes and School Readiness progress
• Design and implement staff trainings for continuous improvement in child readiness outcomes
• Provide input and recommendations on staff performance for appraisal and corrective action
• Facilitate and coordinate meetings and trainings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development and/or related field
• Child Development Permit (Master Teacher or Higher), maintained with ongoing educational requirements
• 3 to 6 units of an Infant/Toddler class from an accredited college with a “B” grade or better
• Current pediatric (infant/toddler) CPR first aid certificate
• Current food handler’s certificate
• 3 to 5 years’ experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool children
• 3 years’ experience providing technical assistance, training, coaching, or consultation support
• Experience with observation documentation/assessment, curriculum processes, developmentally appropriate practices, and quality early childhood learning environments
• Knowledge of child development, research-based pedagogy, curriculum resources, classroom management, reflective practice coaching, HS/EHS performance standards, adult learning techniques, and developmental milestones
• Completion of California-mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training and Pesticide Safety Training before beginning work
• Prior experience with developmentally appropriate practices for early childhood family services and diverse families with very young children
• Proficiency with MS Office applications such as Outlook, Excel, and Skype
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to prioritize workload, manage deadlines, and demonstrate attention to detail
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Certification in all screenings and assessments used by the ESSC Education department within 18 months of hire, including ERS, CLASS, Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies, HOOVERS, HELP, Kindercharts, and DRDP
• Competence in ECE instructional methodologies and experience in a multicultural setting
• Ability to train and present to large and small groups
• Ability to interpret and implement California Department of Education, Title 5, Title 22, Head Start Performance Standards, and Easterseals policies and procedures
• Effective oral and written communication and ability to work cooperatively with varied individuals and groups
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 40 lbs. continuously
• Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and TB test
• Ability to provide required current immunizations under California requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain Department of Justice/FBI criminal record and fingerprint clearance
• Sex offender index clearance
• Reliable transportation, compliant driving record, auto insurance, and vehicle registration
• Up to 15% local travel

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Early Childhood Education, including coaching, training, and assessment methodologies. Proficient in analyzing child development outcomes and implementing culturally responsive practices to enhance educational quality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Bachelor's Degree In Early Childhood Education
• Child Development Permit (Master Teacher Or Higher)
• 3 To 5 Years' Experience Working With Infants, Toddlers, And Preschool Children
• Proficiency With MS Office Applications
• Knowledge Of Child Development And Research-Based Pedagogy

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• CLASS Assessment Tool
• Observation Documentation
• Curriculum Implementation
• Child Assessment
• Developmentally Appropriate Practices
• Reflective Practice Coaching
• Training And Technical Assistance
• Quality Early Childhood Learning Environments
• Diagnostic And Problem-Solving Skills
• ECE Instructional Methodologies

Soft Skills

• Effective Oral And Written Communication
• Ability To Work Independently And In A Team Environment
• Attention To Detail
• Ability To Train And Present To Groups
• Ability To Prioritize Workload

Certifications & Qualifications

• Current Pediatric CPR First Aid Certificate
• Current Food Handler's Certificate
• California-Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training
• Pesticide Safety Training
• Certification In All Screenings And Assessments Used By The ESSC Education Department

Industry Keywords

• Head Start Performance Standards
• California Department Of Education
• Title 5
• Title 22
• Developmental Milestones
• Adult Learning Techniques
• Cultural And Linguistic Responsiveness
• Early Childhood Education Outcomes
• School Readiness Goals
• Infant/Toddler Class

Tools & Technologies

• MS Office Applications
• Skype