Early Learning Mentor Coach

SUMMARY OF POSITION: This position is responsible for providing ongoing training, mentoring and technical assistance to Head Start teaching staff.  Early Learning Mentor Coach’s will provide leadership and ongoing training for the teachers assigned to their area in a manner that effectively communicates best practices and models’ comprehensive services as outlined in Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework and Performance Standards.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL:

1.     Treat participants, fellow staff and community members with positive regard.

2.      Ensure successful implementation of the Early Learning Mentor Coach program plans and

        operational procedures. 

3.     Conduct center site observations to promote developmentally appropriate practices, sound

        program approaches to delivery of services, and impart culturally and linguistically

        appropriate beliefs.

4.     Administer the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) when needed to provide

        data driven coaching, support and ongoing training needs.Utilize the Coaching Companion

        program to implement coaching strategies and outcomes.

5.     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.

6.     Use PQA (Preschool Quality Assessment) and CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System)

        data to support coaching and mentoring strategies.

7.     Conduct small group meetings for teaching staff to discuss appropriate curriculum planning

        and implementation, the ongoing assessment process, and how  to individualize curriculum.

8.     Provide support for Family Educator, Home Base staff using Partners for Healthy Babies

        Curriculum.

9.     Attend two socializations each year in all home-based units to provide coaching support with a

        family focused perspective.   

10.   Conduct small group meetings for teaching staff to discuss appropriate curriculum planning

        and implementation, the ongoing assessment process, and how to individualize curriculum.

11.   Provide informal learning opportunities for teachers to reflect on and apply theory and

        learning to everyday practice.

12.   Maintain knowledgeable on the program’s curriculum and operational procedures related to

        early care and education.

13.   When appropriate assist with the collection and gathering of child progress data.

14.   Maintain documentation of all services provided and reports submitted.

15.   Distribute latest research-based resources, and materials.

16.   Attend all required meetings, pre-service, in-service, and other training as required.

17.   Participate in an individualized continuing education plan including CPR and First Aid.

ADDITIONAL:

• Perform other  duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL:

1. Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field
2. Evidence of a continuing commitment to personal growth
3. Thorough knowledge of:

• • Theory and practice in family focused intervention strategies
  • Revised Head Start/Early Head Start performance standards
  • NAEYC accreditation requirements

4. Experience in:

• • Classroom experience with preschool children
  • Family focused intervention strategies
  • Supervising paraprofessional staff and/or volunteers providing health information and referral

5. Excellent oral and written communication skills
6. Knowledge of management practices and supervision experience possibly from a variety of sources
7. Enthusiasm for the program
8. An awareness that individuals can choose to effect change
9. Ability to transfer information effectively to Assistant Teachers and Classroom Assistants
10. Complete criminal record check from Department of Health & Welfare’s Criminal History Unit prior to consideration for hire

ADDITIONAL:

• Advanced degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field
• Fluency in Sign Language, Spanish, or other language
• Current or former Head Start/Early Head Start parent