Specialist of Programs- Early Education Coach

Delta Health Alliance, Inc.; Greenwood (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Health Alliance, Inc. seeks an Early Education Coach–EHS in Greenwood, MS.

The individual will implement research-based coaching strategies for education staff and provide classroom visits and consultations to teaching teams and families regarding child mental health and disabilities. They will work with children birth through age three under Head Start regulations, reporting to the AVP of Early Education, and conduct observations, assessments, and mentorship to improve teacher-child

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education.
• 3 years of related experience with children under five.
• Head Start coaching experience preferred (infants/toddlers).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic clinical information systems.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor Early Education Coach program plans.
• Conduct center and family site observations to promote best practices.
• Administer classroom assessments and track child progress.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to teaching staff.
• Participate in training, meetings, and documentation.
• Maintain program curriculum knowledge and data reporting.
• Distribute research-based resources to staff.

Skills

Mentor coaching

Curriculum planning

Adult learning

Center observations

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Clinical information systems

Job description

• Location 100 E Martin Luther King,Greenwood, MS, 38930,United States
• Job Category Specialist
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Description

EARLY EDUCATIONCOACH–EHS

Reports to AVP of Early Education

SUMMARY: Early EducationCoachis responsible for implementing research-based, coordinated coaching strategiesfor education staffandprovide classroom visits & consultations to teaching teams and families regarding child's mental health and/or disabilities.The position involves working with the families of children birth through age three. Services must be provided in accordance with Head Start federal regulations.

MINIMUM QUALFICATIONS:

• · Masters degree preferred or bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or similar field with 3 years of related experience.
• · Three years of related experience working with children under five years of age and their families, plus experience working with adult learners.
• · Preferenceisgiven to candidates with head start experience coaching in infant/toddlers.
• · Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and a basic knowledge of clinical information systems
• · A valid driver’s license and auto insurance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• · Ensure successful implementation of theEarly Education Coachprogram plans and operational procedures.
• · Conduct center and family childcare site observations to promote developmentally appropriate practices, sound program approaches to delivery of services, and impart culturally and linguistically appropriate beliefs.
• · Administer a classroom assessment twice a year and analyze ongoing assessment data including literacy specific assessments to measure improvement in child outcomes.
• · Provide one-to-one mentor coaching strategies for improving teacher-child interactions and how to work with culturally, linguistically, and developmentally diverse groups of children.
• · Conduct small group meetings for teaching staff to discuss appropriate curriculum planning and implementation, the ongoing assessment process, and how to individualize curriculum.
• · Provide informal learning opportunities for teachers to reflect on and apply theory and learning to everyday practice.
• · Maintain knowledgeable on the program’s curriculum and operational procedures related to early care and education.
• · Assist with the collection and gathering of child progress data.
• · Gather and track coursework documentation from teaching staff and submit early care and education support coordinator.
• · Maintained documentation of all services provided and reports submitted.
• · Distribute latest research-based resources, and materials.
• · Attend all required meetings, pre-service, in-service, and other training as required.
• · Observes and provides feedback, consultation, and training for staff when necessary.
• · All other duties as assigned.

Statement of Non-Inclusivity: This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities that may be given to any employee. The duties and responsibilities outlined in this position may be added to or changed when deemed appropriate and necessary by the supervisor.