School Readiness Coach

About the role

The coaching team is looking for another candidate to join their qualified team. The candidate should have classroom experience, a bachelor’s degree, and a passion for helping others succeed.

Responsibilities

• Assess teacher and classroom needs, provide reflection/feedback and set goals/action plans with classroom staff; provide suggestions to teachers completing annual Professional Needs Assessment/Development Plans.
• Provide constructive feedback and support through modeling, co-teaching, observing and providing resources to classroom staff; work collaboratively in classrooms alongside teachers to strengthen relationships and take advantage of teachable moments in the classroom environment.
• Demonstrate positive approaches to classroom challenges, incorporating both child assessment data and staff input toward solutions.
• Utilize active listening and reflective practices to support and guide teachers through challenges that arise in working with children and their families.
• Provide hands-on modeling and guidance for classroom staff following new training to assist in the application of newly learned skills, as needed.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with teachers to support staff growth through the mentoring process.
• Provide individualized training, support and guidance to teachers after classroom monitoring visits by Education Managers.
• Congduct classroom observations and serve as a role model for education staff. Serve as a resource to improve the quality of classroom instruction and child outcomes.
• Serve as a member of the center TCC Team, as requested.
• Collaborate with Center Supervisors and mental health and disabilities team to help teachers support children with special needs.
• Collaborate with the Content Area Expert Team (CAET) to request professional consultation services and effectively support children with special needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field.
• Minimum of three years’ teaching experience.
• Experience working with students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Ability to model positive and healthy character traits and habits, such as organized, consistent and understanding.
• Ability to work independently as well as in team situations. Requires working knowledge of specialized practices and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits, including Medical/Dental/Vision plans, company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage, 403(b) retirement plan, 9 paid holidays each year, and much more!
• Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
• In compliance with KDHE requirements, Child Start will request proof of measles (MMR) vaccination or documented immunity during the employment process.
• Must be able to commute daily to Wichita, KS.