Lead Early Childhood Coach

Research-Foundation-Cun; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) seeks an Early Childhood Coach to partner with educators and program leaders to strengthen practice and raise program quality. You will deliver in-person, virtual, and hybrid coaching, design professional learning experiences, and prepare concise reports.

The role requires a Master's in ECE or related field, NYAEYC T-TAP Coach Credential or eligibility within six months, and at least six years of direct ECE experience plus two years

Qualifications

• Master's degree in early childhood education or related field.
• NYAEYC T-TAP Credential or the qualifications to obtain it within six months of hire.
• At least six years of direct service experience in early childhood education as a teacher or family childcare provider.
• Minimum of two years of relationship-based coaching experience.
• Deep knowledge of early childhood development, pedagogical practice, and adult learning theory.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and Professional Learning: provide in-person, virtual, and hybrid coaching to educators and providers.
• Develop and implement standards-aligned action plans to improve educator practice.
• Use data to monitor progress and inform coaching support.
• Prepare clear coaching summary reports for educators and leaders.
• Design and facilitate professional learning experiences and communities of practice.
• Collaborate with state teams to align coaching with program improvement goals.
• Attend meetings and contribute to new coaching content and resources.

Skills

Relationship-based coaching

Early childhood development

Adult learning theory

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration and teamwork

Education

Master's in Early Childhood Education

NYAEYC T-TAP Coach Credential or eligible within 6 months

6+ years direct service experience in early childhood education

2+ years of relationship-based coaching experience

Job description

Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) seeks an Early Childhood Coach to partner with educators and program leaders to strengthen practice and raise program quality. You will deliver in-person, virtual, and hybrid coaching, design professional learning experiences, and prepare concise reports.

The role requires a Master's in ECE or related field, NYAEYC T-TAP Coach Credential or eligibility within six months, and at least six years of direct ECE experience plus two years