School Readiness Coach

Families & Communities Rising, Inc. in; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Families & Communities Rising, Inc. (FCR) seeks an Early Childhood School Readiness Coach to support Head Start and Early Head Start staff in Durham, NC.

The role centers on coaching teachers in data-based decision-making, conducting CLASS observations, and using assessment data to strengthen instruction and lesson planning. You will promote culturally responsive teaching, collaborate on School Readiness Goals and standards, develop professional learning communities, and engage families through

Qualifications

• Experience coaching preschool staff.
• Knowledge of early learning standards.
• Ability to use classroom data to improve instruction.

Responsibilities

• Coach and support teachers in data-based decision-making.
• Conduct classroom observations using the CLASS tool.
• Help teachers use assessment data to strengthen instruction and lesson planning.
• Support culturally responsive teaching and individualized learning.
• Collaborate on School Readiness Goals, the ELOF, and NCFELD.
• Help develop Professional Learning Communities and staff development opportunities.
• Share research-based practices and resources with teaching staff.
• Support recruitment, advocacy, and parent engagement activities.

Skills

Early childhood education

Data-driven decision making

Tools

CLASS observation tool

Job description

School Readiness Coach (Creative Design)

Families & Communities Rising, Inc. (FCR) is seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated Early Childhood School Readiness Coach to support Head Start and Early Head Start classroom staff. This position will provide individualized coaching, help teachers use child and classroom data, and promote high-quality learning environments and positive outcomes for children. Are you an experienced early childhood education professional who is passionate about helping teachers grow and preparing children for kindergarten success?

What You'll Do

• Coach and support teachers in data-based decision-making
• Conduct classroom observations using the CLASS tool
• Help teachers use assessment data to strengthen instruction and lesson planning
• Support culturally responsive teaching and individualized learning
• Collaborate on School Readiness Goals, the ELOF, and NCFELD
• Help develop Professional Learning Communities and staff development opportunities
• Share research-based practices and resources with teaching staff
• Support recruitment, advocacy, and parent engagement activities