Head Start Mentor Teacher & Coach

Cincy CAA; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 24,832 - 35,368; Full time

Job summary

The Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency seeks a Mentor Teacher to lead and support Head Start classrooms in Cincinnati, OH. You will mentor teaching staff, promote high-quality early childhood education, and advance continuous program improvement.

As the mentor leader, you will provide coaching, facilitate professional development, and ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards while fostering a collaborative, inclusive learning environment for children and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field; Associate degree in ECE required.
• Minimum of 3 years in a teaching or mentoring role.
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, nurturing classroom environment that supports learning.
• Plan and implement daily activities aligned with Head Start standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to coach Head Start teachers on best practices.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to teachers.
• Develop individualized professional development plans for staff.
• Support developmentally appropriate practices and ongoing curriculum improvements.

Skills

Experience in ECE

Coaching/mentoring

Diversity engagement

Communications

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education

Associate degree in ECE

Job description

The Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency seeks a Mentor Teacher to lead and support Head Start classrooms in Cincinnati, OH. You will mentor teaching staff, promote high-quality early childhood education, and advance continuous program improvement.

As the mentor leader, you will provide coaching, facilitate professional development, and ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards while fostering a collaborative, inclusive learning environment for children and families.