Education Coach (Part-Time)

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in early childhood education or a Bachelor’s or advanced degree and equivalent coursework in early childhood education with early education teaching experience. Possess a valid driver’s license and work eligibility status. Pass a criminal and driving background check. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in early childhood education or related field. Experience with children with disabilities and collaboration with community partners. (Bilingual (Spanish) Critical Action Items: 1. Ensure staff, consultants, contractors, and volunteers protect the physical and mental health and safety of our children and no child is left alone or unsupervised while under our care. (HSPPS §1302.90) 2. Provide ongoing coaching on and evaluation of effective teaching in an organized learning environment that promotes healthy development and children’s skill growth aligned with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework and any other framework as appropriate. Ages Birth to Five, including children with disabilities. (HSPPS §1302.31) 3. Monitor and evaluate the classroom environment and implementation of prescribed curricula to provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences in language, literacy, social and emotional development, approaches to learning, math, science, and physical development, and support the integration of child assessment data into individual and group planning. (HSPPS §1302.31, 1302.32) 4. Monitor compliance with positive adult-child interactions as measured by the CLASS: Pre-K instrument. (HSPPS §1304.16) 5. Implement tools that support screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluation of a child’s developmental 6. Identify opportunities for parents and family members to engage in their child’s development and in program services, including but not limited to parent conferences and group activities. (HSPPS §1302.34) 7. Follow appropriate practices to keep children safe during all activities, including reporting at a minimum suspected or known child abuse and neglect, appropriate supervision of children at all times; and all standards of conduct. (HSPPS §1302.47, §1302.90) 8. Complete minimum training requirements as specified in state and federal standards. (HSPPS §1302.92) Other Responsibilities: 1. Evaluate the implementation of and provide feedback on curricula, equipment, supplies and physical space for indoor and outdoor learning environments. 2. Share data used to monitor the quality of instruction and classroom environments, including adult-child interactions, and provide recommendations for continued professional development. 3. Identify potential interference with a child’s development and school readiness and coordinate with education, family, mental health and/or child development professional program staff to address identified needs. 4. Participate in school functions, scheduled meetings and team decision and operations. 5. Work collaboratively with supervisors, peers, other staff members, service providers, and professionals. 6. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of child and program operations. 7. Safety and supervision of children is everyone’s responsibility. Staff are expected to exhibit awareness of children at all times when children are present. 8. Perform other job duties as assigned. Measurable Deliverables: 1. Weekly lesson plans reflect opportunities for positive adult-child interactions, including individualized curriculum. 2. Regular communication with teaching staff ensures they are well-informed about their children’s routine, classroom activities, behavior, and progress. 3. All required child screenings and assessments are completed on time. 5. The classroom is free from physical and environmental hazards. 6. Incident reporting occurs within the timeframes designated in program policy and protocol. 7. Provide weekly calendar and coaching plan to supervisor 8. PIR Data requirements and outcomes are met as required Requirements: 1. Demonstrate the ability to respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics. 2. Communicate in writing and verbally in English and Spanish (preferred). 3. Demonstrated ability to maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times. 4. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position. 5. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all INK policies and procedures. 6. Ability to organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. 7. Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends. 8. Ability to work independently. 9. All other duties as assigned. Here at Innovative Network of Knowledge (INK), we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Please feel free to apply for this position even if your work experience and education do not align perfectly with every requirement for this job description. You may very well be the perfect candidate for this role or other ones that we have open. Thank you for your interest in joining our mission! INK is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy requires that all employees must receive an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment, and all new hires will be responsible for providing proof. INK is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of INK, not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. English (United States) If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you! 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Our Services INK provides a variety of comprehensive early childhood education and family support services thanks to strong partnerships with school districts, innovative and fun curriculums, and passionate staff dedicated to learning and academic success. Services for children and families include: • Preschool • Individualized teaching • Degreed teachers • Bilingual services • Social services • Parent trainings • Meals and snacks • Disability services • Dental exams • Mental wellness • Health services • Field trips