School Readiness Coach

Would you like to impact the lives of children and families by helping to support teachers? Are you good at recognizing and high lighting strengths in others? As a coach, these qualities alongside helping to grow a teacher’s skillset are vastly important. Teachers are the backbone of our program and as a Coach you get to watch them grow and succeed.

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. If this sounds like it might be you and you are wanting to join a team who is employee focused and family friendly apply today.

• 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.
• 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.
• Conduct 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.
• Monitor lesson plans to ensure they meet requirements outlined in Head Start Performance Standards, KDHE guidelines and program policies and procedures.
• Serve as a member of the center Multidisciplinary Case Review (MCR) Team; assist Site Supervisor to prepare and facilitate the meetings, as requested.
• Collaborate with 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field; Must be or become Director Qualified to meet childcare licensing requirements within 3-6 months of hire.
• 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.

Child Start offers 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.

Must be able to commute daily to Wichita, KS. This is not a remote position.