Technical Assistance Specialist (Early Learning Instructional Coach)

Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County, Inc.; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement for local travel

Remote work option

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County, a nonprofit focused on improving childcare quality, is hiring a Technical Assistance Specialist. The role involves coaching providers on-site, using the CLASS tool and practice-based coaching to drive improvements, and coordinating with local programs.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, at least five years in Early Childhood Education, heavy travel throughout Palm Beach County, and comfort with data tracking and remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Early Childhood Education.
• At least 3 years of TA, coaching or training experience.
• Willing to travel extensively throughout Palm Beach County.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site coaching and technical assistance to childcare providers and family childcare homes.
• Use the CLASS tool and practice-based coaching model to help educators set and achieve quality improvement goals.
• Support childcare providers in developing improvement plans using recent CLASS scores and program goals.
• Track data for reporting related to training and coaching activities in statewide database or WELS system.
• Facilitate engaging training in-person or virtually, including occasional evenings and Saturdays.
• Travel throughout Palm Beach County to deliver hands-on support.

Skills

Coaching & training

Data tracking

Training delivery

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

CLASS tool

WELS system

Job description

We're Hiring! Help Shape the Future of Early Learning!

Employment Type: Full time, Exempt, Telecommute

Designated Location: Boynton Beach, FL

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

Pay: up to $62,100 commensurate with experience

Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Technical Assistance (TA) Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a trusted coach and trainer to childcare providers, guiding them towards best practices that improve classroom improvements and foster positive child outcomes. Extensive local daily travel throughout Palm Beach County is required.

If you're passionate about early childhood education, thrive in a dynamic field-based environment, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Provide on-site coaching and technical assistance to childcare providers and family childcare homes.
• Use the CLASS tool and practice-based coaching model to help educators set and achieve quality improvement goals.
• Support childcare providers in developing improvement plans using recent CLASS scores, program goals and core quality building blocks.
• Track data for reporting related to training and/or coaching activities by entering the statewide database and/or WELS system.
• Facilitate engaging training in-person or virtually, including occasional evenings and Saturdays.
• Travel throughout Palm Beach County to deliver hands-on support.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Health and Human Services or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Early Childhood Education.
• At least 3 years of technical assistance, coaching and/or training or related experience.
• Knowledge of or prior experience utilizing the CLASS Assessment tool and practice-based coaching (preferred).
• Must be comfortable with extensive daily travel throughout all regions of Palm Beach County -including north, south, east, and west- to conduct coaching and training, attend meetings, trainings, and special projects.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable with technology and data tracking systems.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Make a measurable impact on the quality of early childhood education in Palm Beach County.
• Join a collaborative, mission-driven team that values your expertise.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Work remotely while engaging in meaningful field-based coaching and technical assistance support.

Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Tuition ReimbursementProfessional development and training opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement for local travel