MENTOR COACH

GLEAMNS Human Resources Commission, Incorporated; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

GLEAMNS HUMAN RESOURCES, INC. seeks an Education Coach to support program staff in individual and small group sessions, building capacity to promote strong preschool outcomes. You will train teaching staff in early childhood services and ensure Head Start policies are consistently followed.

You will evaluate teacher strengths, conduct classroom observations, and develop improvement plans. Travel within the service area and after-hours meetings may be required, with emphasis on confidentiality

Qualifications

• BA or BS Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Five years of experience working with preschool children.
• Preference for experience with adult/diverse learners and Head Start standards.
• Must have CLASS reliability or obtain it within 90 days.
• Must have South Carolina Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Support program staff in individual and small group sessions and build capacity.
• Provide training and support for teaching staff implementing early childhood services.
• Ensure Head Start Performance Standards are followed.
• Evaluate strengths of teachers and mentor-coach them.
• Develop and review individual improvement plans with teachers.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback for growth.
• Submit and review improvement plans with staff and Center Coordinator.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively in English.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and may require travel or after-hours sessions.
• Monitor teaching practices and participate in self-assessment processes.

Skills

Mentor coaching

Observations

Training delivery

Communication

Scheduling

Education

BA/BS in Early Childhood Education

Experience with preschool children

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting and engaging program staff in individual and small group sessions and building their capacity to promote successful outcomes for children. Will provide training and support for teaching staff in implementing early childhood education services for preschool children and will ensure all program policies and Head Start Performance Standards are followed.

• Evaluates existing strengths of assigned teachers and builds positive, reflective mentor‑coaching relationships.
• Works with Center Coordinators and Education Liaison to develop a schedule for conducting classroom observations.
• Conducts classroom observations, models effective teaching practices, and provides feedback to strengthen teachers’ areas of weakness.
• Uses classroom and teacher observation results to develop individual improvement plans with specific goals and areas for growth.
• Submits and reviews improvement plans with the teacher/teacher assistant and Center Coordinator.
• Evaluates teacher progress and makes recommendations for continued growth.
• Receives individual teaching staff requests for mentor‑coaching services, provides requested training, and documents training provided.
• Provides training to new teachers, teacher assistants, and substitute teachers on their roles and responsibilities.
• Provides resources and support as needed while they gain knowledge for their position.
• Assists in monitoring and evaluating the performance of classroom staff utilizing various assessment tools, such as CLASS, PQA, ECERS, etc.
• Participates in meetings and training sessions and the self‑assessment process.
• Facilitates and coordinates meetings and trainings as assigned or in coordination with the Education Liaison.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Monitors the effectiveness of teaching practices in the Program.
• Must be able to attend meetings and training sessions after working hours; must be able to travel within service area, including possible overnight stays; may be required to attend in- and out‑of‑state training conferences.
• Must be self‑motivated and work without direct supervision; must be able to communicate effectively in English in both verbal and written format; must have ability to communicate with a variety of people and maintain strict confidentiality of program data; ability to maintain effective working relationships; must exercise discretion and sound judgment in the performance of assigned duties; must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of this job; must be cooperative and display a positive attitude towards working as a team with other staff members.

Qualifications

• BA or BS Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Must have five years of experience working with preschool children.
• Prefer applicants with experience working with adult and diverse learners and knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and Child Outcomes Framework.
• Must have CLASS reliability or obtain CLASS reliability within 90 days of employment.
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GLEAMNS HUMAN RESOURCES, INC. IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE).