Head Start Education Lead & Teacher Coach

Family Development Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Development Services in Indianapolis is seeking a passionate Child Development and Education Specialist to lead educational initiatives and coach Head Start staff across centers.

You will guide curriculum implementation, support school readiness goals, and ensure compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards while fostering continuous improvement and strong community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with preschool teaching coursework.
• Preschool teaching experience required; state-awarded preschool certification preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as educational lead for assigned centers.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development to teaching staff.
• Conduct weekly classroom observations and provide feedback.
• Support curriculum implementation and assessment systems, including TS GOLD.
• Review child outcomes data and support improvement planning.
• Assist with staff onboarding, training, and annual evaluations.
• Participate in self-assessment, monitoring, home visits, and community events.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Professional development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field with Early Childhood Education courses

Master’s degree

Tools

TS GOLD

Job description

Family Development Services in Indianapolis is seeking a passionate Child Development and Education Specialist to lead educational initiatives and coach Head Start staff across centers.

You will guide curriculum implementation, support school readiness goals, and ensure compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards while fostering continuous improvement and strong community engagement.