Head Start Training Coach: Elevate Educators & Classrooms

DOUGLASS COMMUNITY SERVICES INC; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

FREE life insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

14 paid holidays annually

Paid inclement weather days

Tuition assistance and professional开发

Job summary

Douglass Community Services in Hannibal, MO seeks a Training Specialist to coach and mentor education staff, delivering targeted training and technical assistance to strengthen teaching practices and high-quality instruction.

You'll onboard new staff, guide competency development, model best practices in Head Start, and collaborate with leadership to plan training, monitor progress, and support safe, engaging classrooms for children and families.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field required.
• Experience teaching children birth through age five highly preferred.
• Ability to complete CLASS training within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain Interrater Reliability Certification for the current curriculum within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and early childhood best practices preferred.
• Experience delivering training, coaching, mentoring, or professional development is beneficial.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Computer proficiency, including word processing and data entry.
• CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Travels between program sites to provide coaching, mentoring, training, and technical assistance to education staff, strengthening teaching practices and supporting high-quality instruction.
• Supports onboarding, competency assessments, training plans, and ongoing guidance for new staff.
• Uses role modeling, observation, reflection, and individualized instruction to support professional growth.
• Collaborates with Head Start leadership to deliver training opportunities for individuals and groups.
• Supports staff in creating high-quality learning environments that promote children's development across domains.
• Models and supports implementation of Education, Disabilities, Mental Health, and Coaching components of Head Start programs.
• Assists with development of policies, procedures, monitoring tools, and program resources.
• Supports implementation of educational, social-emotional, parenting, and prenatal curricula.
• Participates in Trauma Smart and Trauma-Informed Care initiatives as a coach and resource.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Training delivery

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data-driven planning

Trauma-informed care

Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Data entry software

Job description

Douglass Community Services in Hannibal, MO seeks a Training Specialist to coach and mentor education staff, delivering targeted training and technical assistance to strengthen teaching practices and high-quality instruction.

You'll onboard new staff, guide competency development, model best practices in Head Start, and collaborate with leadership to plan training, monitor progress, and support safe, engaging classrooms for children and families.