HS EDUCATION COACH

Tri-County Community Action Agency; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 43,850 - 47,076; Full time

Job summary

Tri-County Community Action Agency in Bridgeton, NJ is seeking a full-time HS Education Coach to mentor and train teaching staff in the Head Start Program. The ideal candidate will observe classroom activities and guide staff to enhance educational quality and promote career development.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Education or Early Childhood and have 2-3 years of teaching experience. Strong computer skills and the ability to provide constructive feedback are essential. The position requires participation in community events and agency initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in teaching required.
• Strong computer skills including database management.
• Experience in coaching or mentoring staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assess classroom activities of the Head Start Program.
• Provide on-the-job guidance and training to staff.
• Coordinate and lead professional development opportunities.
• Build positive working relationships among staff.
• Document follow-up contacts and identify obstacles in service delivery.
• Participate in agency-wide initiatives and community events.

Skills

Teaching experience in an Infant/Toddler setting

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Ability to provide effective feedback

Classroom management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Early Childhood

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: RE Campus S07 - Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $43,850.00 - $47,076.00 / year
Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

JOB FUNCTION

The HS Education Coach is responsible for observing and accessing the classroom activities of the Head Start Program and providing on-the-job guidance and training to the teaching staff and volunteers, in order to improve the qualifications and training of classroom staff, high-quality education services, and to promote career development in Head Start Programs. Through mentoring and coaching, the Coach assists classroom teams in understanding the importance of developmentally appropriate practices, individualized curriculum planning, and its impact on child outcomes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Identify strengths, areas of needed support, and determine which staff would benefit most from intensive coaching.
• Provide opportunities for intensive coaching, including observations and technology-supported feedback and modeling of effective teacher practice. For staff not in need of intensive coaching, support the development of research-based professional development opportunities.
• Coordinate and lead large and small groups, creating a cooperative and productive environment to resolve problems or develop and implement plans.
• Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual regard.
• Use intelligence and diverse learning modalities, common sense, and perseverance to solve difficult or complicated challenges, and provide positive, specific feedback.
• Conduct and document follow-up contacts for all services provided, identify, resolve, and communicate obstacles and challenges to supervisors promptly.
• Actively support the development, promotion, organization, and service delivery of the agency's programs.
• Actively participate in special community events and agency-wide initiatives, including development events and activities.
• Effectively handle stressful or adverse situations associated with classroom management, making good decisions, working calmly and accurately, and helping to calm others.
• Respond to difficult, stressful, or sensitive interpersonal situations in ways that reduce or minimize potential conflict and maintain good working relationships among staff.
• Perform any other duties as assigned in support of agency and program needs and operations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Education or Early Childhood.
• 2-3 years of experience teaching in an Infant/Toddler setting.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, database systems, email, and internet.