STARS Quality Coach - Elevate Early Education Standards

Joseph J Peters Institute Inc; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PHMC seeks a STARS Quality Coach to guide early education and school-age practitioners through Keystone STARS, supporting quality improvement and STAR-level movement. You will provide targeted professional development, coordinate with regional partners, and assist with grants and program reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field and at least three years of relevant experience, with travel across the ELRC 19 region and frequent office time in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required.
• Three years of work experience in early care and education or human services with collaboration.
• Experience with grants, STARs or similar quality-improvement programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with a caseload of early care and education practitioners.
• Deliver presentations to promote Keystone STARS and continuous quality improvement.
• Assist facilities in requesting grants or awards.
• Assist practitioners in setting goals and professional development plans.
• Provide targeted professional development aligned with STAR level movement.
• Coordinate with STARS Manager and partners to schedule visits and support STAR progress.
• Record progress in tracking systems and develop reports as needed.
• Participate in partner meetings and stay updated on program requirements.

Skills

STARS Standards

Early Childhood Education

Interagency Collaboration

Communication

Teamwork

Case Management

Multitasking

Documentation

Public Speaking

Resource Guidance

Professional Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

PHMC seeks a STARS Quality Coach to guide early education and school-age practitioners through Keystone STARS, supporting quality improvement and STAR-level movement. You will provide targeted professional development, coordinate with regional partners, and assist with grants and program reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field and at least three years of relevant experience, with travel across the ELRC 19 region and frequent office time in