Head Start Teacher Coach & PD Mentor

YWCA Metropolitan Chicago; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The YWCA Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a Teacher Coach to support high-quality early education and child development within Head Start. You will mentor teachers, plan and implement education best practices, and help children with disabilities succeed in cognitive, social, and emotional growth.

The role emphasizes coaching, observation, and professional development, aligning with HSELOF and DCFS standards while collaborating with local teams toward program excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited institution.
• Bilingual Spanish language is an asset.
• Meets Department of Children and Family Services licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Works with classroom teachers to provide age-appropriate Head Start activities.
• Conducts regular teacher observations using a coaching model.
• Plans ongoing professional development to support DAP and HSELOF.
• Offers TA for COPA Database, TSG, and other education programs.
• Coordinates training with Quality Team and staff across sites.
• Supports inclusive practices with disabilities/mental health specialists.
• Assists in planning activities and lesson plans using Creative Curriculum.
• Uses TSG to coach progress and earns CLASS Infant/Toddler certification within a year.
• Supports safety, licensing, and Head Start program standards.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Observation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG)

Head Start Frameworks

Creative Curriculum

Job description

The YWCA Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a Teacher Coach to support high-quality early education and child development within Head Start. You will mentor teachers, plan and implement education best practices, and help children with disabilities succeed in cognitive, social, and emotional growth.

The role emphasizes coaching, observation, and professional development, aligning with HSELOF and DCFS standards while collaborating with local teams toward program excellence.