Lead TRS Mentor

About the role

Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development to child care providers, teachers, and administrators to support continuous quality improvement.

Deliver in-person and virtual training on early childhood education, Texas Rising Star (TRS), and related topics.

Obtain and maintain certification as a TECPDS Registered Trainer and Texas Rising Star Mentor.

Partner with child care providers to develop and implement Continuous Quality Improvement Plans (CQIPs).

Support providers in improving instructional practices through data analysis, assessments, and coaching.

Prepare, explain, and administer provider contracts and maintain accurate provider records and case files.

Ensure timely and accurate documentation, data entry, reporting, and compliance with Workforce Board and TWC requirements.

Promote Workforce Solutions Child Care, Texas Rising Star, TECPDS, and related programs within the community.

Maintain assigned provider caseloads and monitor provider compliance with program requirements.

Develop and evaluate training programs, workshops, and technical assistance activities.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with providers, families, community partners, and staff.

Identify and communicate program concerns, compliance issues, or operational challenges to management.

Additional Requirements

• May be required to work evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.
• Maintain professionalism and effective communication with providers, families, staff, and stakeholders.
• Work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Comply with all mandatory reporting requirements related to child abuse, neglect, fraud, or program abuse.
• Participate in ongoing training, conferences, and professional development activities.
• Maintain punctuality, confidentiality, and adherence to agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Child Psychology, Educational Psychology, Elementary Education, Family and Consumer Sciences, or a related field required.
• Minimum three years of experience in early childhood education, Head Start, Early Head Start, child care, or Pre-K through 3rd grade settings.
• Knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate practices, and child care licensing standards.
• Experience delivering adult training, coaching, and technical assistance preferred.
• Strong organizational, documentation, communication, and case management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and database systems.
• Ability to effectively interact with diverse populations and underserved communities.
• Willingness to complete Texas Rising Star Mentor certification requirements.
• Must possess reliable transportation, a valid Texas driver's license, and maintain an acceptable driving record and insurability.
• Must successfully complete all required background checks and drug testing requirements.