Instructional Coach

MP Training and Recruitment; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and Par•

Job summary

Bright Horizons seeks an Early Childhood Instructional Coach to empower teachers with high-quality curricula and anti-bias education. You will lead a team, mentor staff, and partner with families to support children's learning in a Fairfax, VA center.

Required CDA with plan to complete an associate degree and 3+ years in quality early childhood settings; associate or higher degree preferred. Roles include in-person supervision and program delivery.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass state and company background checks.
• CDA with an educational plan to complete associate degree is required.
• Associate or higher degree in early childhood education or child development related field is preferred.
• At least three years of experience teaching in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to implement high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with philosophy and anti-bias education.
• Be a curriculum expert and use educational quality tools to assess and enhance program implementation.
• Partner and communicate effectively with families, while mentoring new teachers and serving as a role model for the teaching team.

Skills

Curriculum development

Leadership

Mentoring

Family partnership

Child development knowledge

Education

CDA with plan to complete associate degree

Associate or higher degree in early childhood education or related field

Job description

Join our team as an Early Childhood Instructional Coach and empower teachers to succeed with the resources, support, and professional development they need. Your expertise in child development and early education will inspire and motivate your team to excel in the classroom daily. Become a pivotal part of our mission to nurture young minds and make a lasting impact at Bright Horizons!Responsibilities:Lead a team to implement high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with our philosophy and anti-bias educationBe a curriculum expert and use educational quality tools to assess and enhance program implementationPartner and communicate effectively with families, while mentoring new teachers and serving as a role model for the teaching teamQualifications:Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:CDA with an educational plan to complete associate degree is requiredAssociate or higher degree in early childhood education or child development related field is preferredAt least three years of professional experience teaching in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is requiredExperience working in a NAEYC-accredited center is preferredBring your leadership skills and passion for early childhood education to Bright Horizons, and be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.Physical Requirements:This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide center supervision, curriculum delivery, business management, and customer and client services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.This role has a mixture of duties including office/computer/phone-based work, in-person supervision of care delivery and employees throughout all areas of the center, family/prospective family interactions which may take place in various areas of the center, and the ability to temporarily serve as a supervising caregiver for relatively brief periods of time on an as-needed basis (e.g., covering employee breaks or unscheduled absences).The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.This position requires in-person work in the Fairfax, VA area.Compensation:The hourly rate for this position is between $25.24- $31.49 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.Benefits:Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:Medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave401(k) retirement planLong-term and short-term disability insuranceLife insuranceMoney-saving discounts and financial planning toolsCareer development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree ProgramCaregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your familyLearn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellnessCompensation: $25.24- $31.49 hrLife at Bright Horizons:At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.