Infant/Toddler Coach

Children's Friend

Rhode Island

On-site

USD 47,000 - 57,000

Full time

3 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

403(b) employer contributions

Employer-paid Life and Disability보험

Job summary

Children's Friend in Providence, Rhode Island is seeking an Infant Toddler Coach to empower teachers, strengthen Early Head Start programs, and positively impact children and families during the earliest years of development.

You will coach, mentor, and observe classrooms, promote relationship-based practices, ensure compliance with EHS standards, and provide professional development on curriculum, CLASS, ITERS, and active supervision.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
3–5 years of experience in infant-toddler classrooms or Early Head Start.
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 pass required pre-employment background screenings.

Responsibilities

Coach and mentor Early Head Start teachers and partner site educators via observations and coaching plans.
Promote developmentally appropriate, relationship-based practices for child growth and learning.
Ensure compliance with EHS standards, RI licensing regulations, and agency policies.
Provide PD on curriculum, CLASS, ITERS, supervision, responsive caregiving, and child development.
Collaborate with Disabilities, Mental Health, Health, Nutrition, Family Engagement, and Enrollment teams.
Monitor curriculum implementation, child assessments, screenings, and school readiness outcomes.
Build partnerships with community-based Early Head Start sites through visits and collaboration.
Support family engagement and culturally responsive practices.
Participate in program monitoring, federal reviews, self-assessments, and QA initiatives.

Skills

Coaching experience

Mentoring educators

Observation-based coaching

Active supervision

Social-emotional development knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Infant/Toddler Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5936932
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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

Reports To: Manager of Early Childhood Partnerships

Employment Type: Full-Time

Help Shape the Future—One Child, One Classroom, One Teacher at a Time. Are you passionate about infant and toddler development? Do you enjoy mentoring educators and helping classrooms thrive? Join Children's Friend as an Infant Toddler Coach, where you'll empower teachers, strengthen Early Head Start programs, and make a lasting impact on children and families during the most important years of development.

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.

What You Bring

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.

Preferred

Experience coaching or mentoring early childhood educators.

Why Join Children’s Friend?

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

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 talent@cfsri.org.

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