Education Coach

Do you want to work on a dynamic team that collaborates to make a difference in the lives of young children and families? Do you want to feel like you have accomplished something wonderful at the end of the day? At Pathways we nurture young children and support families impacted by economic and social inequity through programs that educate, enrich, empower and motivate.

We are looking to hire an Education Coach to provide high-quality coaching, training and technical assistance to Head Start classroom teachers on best practices related to early learning standards. Experience working with and/or coaching adult learners, working with CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System) and knowledge/understanding of Head Start philosophy and program performance standards. We value collaboration and appreciate open dialogue in each program and within our corporate office and embrace the core values – respect, trust, collaboration, and opportunity.

We work hard to provide a safe and respectful environment for our employees, children and families.

Rate:  per hour, 35 hours/44 weeks per year

Location:
Gloucester, with frequent travel to Beverly and Salem

• Work with Education and Professional Development Manager to develop and evaluate program Coaching Plan.
• Develop and utilize coaching practices as needed.
• Utilize Practice Based Coaching cycle components for the purpose of assessing needs, engaging in focused observations, and providing reflection and feedback in order to set goals and develop action plans together with teaching staff.
• Provide individualized on‑site support for teaching staff through modeling, co‑teaching, observing, and providing reading materials or other resources as needed.
• Work collaboratively with the Education Team to plan and present group workshops and trainings on relevant child development topics based on program data.
• Conduct and analyze program monitoring through CLASS and other observations. Provide teaching staff with feedback and recommendations based on outcomes.
• Provide curriculum coaching support to strengthen child outcomes.

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, or degree in a related field with early childhood classroom experience.

Competence in extensive and accurate observation and documentation, including non‑verbal observation.

• Successfully complete an employment physical
• Maintain licensor background check requirements
• Possess valid MA driver’s license and proof of auto insurance, dependable vehicle and acceptable driving record

Internal growth! We often hire from within to help our employees reach their greatest potential.

Ongoing training and Professional Development.

Health and Dental Insurances, Life and Long Term Disability Insurances.

Retirement Plans such as 401(k) and ROTH.

Earned Time Off (sick, personal, and vacation time).

Pathways for Children provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.