Early Head Start Mentor Coach (revised 3​/6

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They are committed to professional excellence, compassionate about the families and individuals served, and supportive of their colleagues and the many volunteers who strengthen our efforts.

• Salary based on position, educational level and experience.
• Employer-paid insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability.
• Optional employee-paid insurance at group rates for additional life and AD&D.
• Education/training opportunities: financial assistance for formal and informal learning.
• Generous paid holiday schedule: comparable to public school calendar.
• Annual and sick leave accrual of one day/month of each.
• Retirement: shared-contribution 401K plans.

Child Inc provides ongoing training to ensure that staff is highly qualified and effective in working with young children and their families and encourages efforts toward professional growth in all areas. A mix of seminars, community-led workshops, and formal higher education form the base of our agency’s continuing education program, to which is added an individualized professional development plan.

Child Inc offers a tuition program for approved classes and degree programs, and other assistance is available.

Early Head Start Mentor Coach (revised 3/6)

Full Time Austin, Texas, United States - 78751

Description

The Early Head Start Mentor/Coach is not a stand-alone teacher but an addition to the basic Early Head Start

Job Posting:
Early Head Start Mentor/Coach

Location: Forbes Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Reports To: Early Head Start Manager

About the Role: Child Inc. is seeking an experienced and motivated Early Head Start Mentor/Coach to support and enhance the quality of instruction and outcomes across our Early Head Start classrooms. This role is designed to guide, coach, and mentor teaching staff in curriculum implementation, child development practices, and classroom management for infants and toddlers. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with leadership and instructional teams to promote strong teaching strategies and school readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Program Planning & Support:

• Collaborate with leadership to develop program goals and classroom procedures.
• Conduct regular classroom observations to identify support needs.
• Build strong, positive relationships with teaching staff.
• Create and implement individualized coaching plans aligned with program goals.
• Assist in planning and coordinating staff development based on needs and outcomes.

Classroom

Coaching:

• Provide consistent, supportive feedback to teachers.
• Facilitate small group workshops on relevant early childhood topics.
• Support teaching staff in planning, classroom management, and instructional practices.
• Assist teachers in creating professional development plans and obtaining credentials.

Monitoring & Implementation:

• Document training activities and progress in coaching plans.
• Monitor curriculum implementation and child development standards.
• Coordinate and schedule on-site visits and coaching sessions.
• Provide monthly reports and status updates to the Early Head Start Manager.

Communication:

• Share project updates with leadership and management teams.
• Prepare and distribute communication and training materials.
• Ensure timely submission of all reports and documentation.

Professionalism & Compliance:

• Maintain confidentiality of child, family, and staff records.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, federal guidelines, and licensing requirements.
• Complete all assigned reports and paperwork to meet grant and program requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child and Family Studies, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of classroom teaching experience with increasing responsibility.
• Knowledge of best…