Infant/Toddler Coach

Brightstars; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

403(b) plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA

Holidays

Vacation

PD & Training

Education Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Brightstars seeks an Infant/Toddler Coach to support Early Head Start classrooms across Providence, Pawtucket, and Central Falls. You will coach teachers, observe classrooms, and create individualized improvement plans focused on child development and family engagement.

You will promote developmentally appropriate practices, ensure Head Start and licensing compliance, and lead professional development on curriculum, active supervision, and social-emotional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in infant-toddler classrooms or Early Head Start programs.
• Strong knowledge of infant-toddler development and curriculum implementation.
• Valid driver's license and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting teachers through observations and coaching plans.
• Promote developmentally appropriate, relationship-based practices for child growth.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start standards and RI licensing regulations.
• Provide professional development on curriculum, CLASS, ITERS, active supervision, and child development.
• Collaborate with Disabilities, Mental Health, Health, Nutrition, Family Engagement, and Enrollment teams.
• Monitor curriculum implementation, assessments, and school readiness outcomes.
• Build partnerships with community sites through visits and outreach.
• Support family engagement and culturally responsive practices.

Skills

Experience coaching

Active supervision

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Curriculum implementation

Assessment & screenings

Job description

Program Address:

153 Summer St,

Providence

RI

02903

Position Description:

Now Hiring: Infant/Toddler Coach

Location: We have sites in Providence, RI, Pawtucket, RI and Central Falls, RI

Reports To: Manager of Early Childhood Partnerships

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $46,668.00 To $50,751.00 Annually

What You’ll Do:

• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting Early Head Start teachers and partner site educators through classroom observations and individualized coaching plans.


• Promoting developmentally appropriate, relationship-based practices that support every child's growth and learning.


• Ensuring compliance with Early Head Start Performance Standards, Rhode Island licensing regulations, and agency policies.


• Providing professional development and training on curriculum, CLASS, ITERS, active supervision, responsive caregiving, and child development.


• Collaborating with specialists in Disabilities, Mental Health, Health, Nutrition, Family Engagement, and Enrollment to provide comprehensive support for children and families.


• Monitoring curriculum implementation, child assessments, developmental screenings, and school readiness outcomes.


• Building strong partnerships with community-based Early Head Start sites through regular visits and ongoing collaboration.


• Supporting positive family engagement and culturally responsive practices that celebrate diversity and inclusion.


• Participating in program monitoring, federal reviews, self‑assessments, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.


• 3–5 years of experience working in infant‑toddler classrooms or Early Head Start programs.


• Strong knowledge of infant‑toddler development, curriculum implementation, active supervision, and social‑emotional development.


• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.


• Ability to successfully complete required pre‑employment background screenings.


• Experience coaching or mentoring early childhood educators.

Other Information:

A mission-driven organization committed to equity, inclusion, and community

A collaborative and supportive workplace culture

Opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact

Comprehensive benefits and professional development support

Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace that supports and celebrates diversity. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Benefits:

• Medical Dental and Vision coverage


• Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan


• Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance


• Flex Spending Accounts


• 12 Holidays


• Competitive Vacation Benefits


• Training and Professional Development


• Education Assistance


• Student Loan Repayment Assistance