ECE Coach Serving Liberty, Bryan, Chatham, & Effingham Counties

State-of-Georgi; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid state holidays

Annual leave and sick leave

State benefits package

Job summary

Savannah Technical College seeks an experienced ECE Coach to provide state-approved trainings and coaching to early care providers in the Southeast Georgia region. The role emphasizes developing action plans, coaching visits, and linkage to resources to improve quality as per DECAL standards.

The position requires delivering trainings, maintaining records, and advancing proficiency in environment rating scales, with travel across counties as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, human services, family and consumer sciences, early childhood education or related field
• Demonstrate superior interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent customer service, organizational, and oral/written communication skills
• Must be a self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision and with team members
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Outlook and database use

Responsibilities

• Provide state-approved trainings and coaching services to eligible early care and learning programs within the Southeast Georgia region
• Develop a Plan of Action (POA) with the provider or center director based on needs assessment information
• Assist in POA implementation, including coaching visits, calls, and resource linkage
• Maintain records, data, and reporting; generate progress reports for management
• Acquire/maintain proficiency in ITERS, ECERS, FCCERS, SACERS, and Quality Rated; deliver trainings to staff

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:ECE Coach Serving Liberty, Bryan, Chatham, & Effingham CountiesAgency:Savannah Technical CollegeJob Requisition ID:JR0000005240Shift:Any (United States of America)Compensation Details:COMMENSURATE WITH QUALIFICATIONSJob Description:The Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, development, monitoring, and completion of project initiatives associated with the assigned area.Title: Child Care Resource and Referral ECE CoachDepartment: Child Care Resource and Referral of Southeast GeorgiaReports To: CCR&R ECE Zone ManagerSummary: Under the supervision of the assigned ECE Zone Manager, the ECE Coach is responsible for providing state-approved trainings and coaching services, to all eligible early care and learning programs and professionals who seek to meet Georgia’s quality early care and learning standards within the service delivery area identified by the Georgia’s Department of Early Care and Learning as South East Region.This is a grant-funded position. Under the supervision of the assigned ECE Zone Manager, the ECE Coach is responsible for providing state-approved trainings and coaching services, to all eligible early care and learning programs and professionals who seek to meet Georgia’s quality early care and learning standards within the service delivery area identified by the Georgia’s Department of Early Care and Learning as South East Region.This is a grant funded position.ResponsibilitiesProvide systematic and accountable, quality improvement coaching to Child Care Learning Centers and Family Child Care Learning Homes participating in the state quality rating and improvement system, Quality Rated, within the service delivery areaConduct assessments of the family child care provider and child care learning center to determine success factors and assess readiness to receive quality improvement coaching services from the CCR&R; provide training for early childhood professionals describing training and coaching process, expectations and resources availableDevelop a Plan of Action (POA) collaboratively with the provider or center director based on needs assessment informationAssist in implementation of the POA, which includes coaching visits, telephone and office consultation, advice on selection of equipment, training, linkages to other community resources and professional development opportunities via the CCR&R, universities and technical collegesTrack all coaching and professional learning activities, record and maintain information and data as assignedMaintain all records and fiscal reporting requirements as designated by the supervising entitiesGenerate reports, provide feedback on outcomes, identify barriers, solutions, promising practices and make recommendations; prepare and present progress updates to the management team and staff as neededAcquire and maintain proficiency in the Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale (ITERS), the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS), Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale (FCCERS), School Age Childhood Environment Rating Scale (SACERS), and Quality Rated as assignedDevelops and conducts provider education and training as assigned; follows all policies and procedures regarding training; provides TFTs to other staff members to maximize trainings offered across the region; demonstrated preparedness when providing training sessionsMarkets and facilitates Professional Learning Communities as assignedMaintain a designation level through DECAL’s Early Learning Coach Designation programMaintain a trainer level through DECAL’s GaPDSConform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions for supervising agencyMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in business, human services, family and consumer sciences, early childhood education or related fieldMust be able to meet the state trainer requirements as prescribed by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) as described at https://www.training.decal.ga.govDemonstrate superior interpersonal and customer service skills to work with the community and state agencies on behalf of the CCR&R, families, and child care providersKnowledge of Georgia child care rules and regulations and early childhood best practicesExcellent customer service skills, organizational skills, and oral/written communication skillsMust be a self-starter, who works well with minimal supervision, as well as the ability to work in partnership with other team membersMust have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; ability to use a networked database and OutlookExcellent customer service skills, organizational skills, and oral/written communication skillsMust be a self-starter, who works well with minimal supervision, as well as the ability to work in partnership with other team membersMust have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; ability to use a networked database and OutlookMust have a personal vehicle, valid Driver’s license and appropriate insurancePreferred Qualifications (In addition to Minimum Qualifications)Prior experience providing early childhood training and professional developmentPrior experience providing technical assistance and coaching in early childhood program settingTrainer Designation: Trainer I or higher www.gapds.decal.ga.govKnowledge and understanding of Quality RatedSalary/BenefitsSalary is commensurate with education and work experience. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Benefits package.Physical DemandsThe employee occasionally lifts or moves objects of a light to medium weight. Work is typically performed in varying office environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings. The employee must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Full range of hand and finger motion is required for data entry purposes. Application DeadlinePosition considered open until filled. Candidates must pass a criminal background check. Applicants must submit an electronic application thru Team Georgia Careers , and attach cover letter and resume (incomplete submissions will not be considered). Please include your annual salary for each position held.POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION.Note: No phone inquiries please. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant. If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Invitation to Self-Identify For compliance activities, contact Jasmine Sanders, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or [phone], [e-mail] . Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn: Jasmine Sanders, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405. STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver’s history report for positions involving state travel.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree *and* Two (2) years related work experience - -Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.