Early Learning Coach (long-term Sub

Early Learning Coach

ESD 123 is looking to hire a temporary Early Learning Coach from September through December. As a temporary Early Learning Coach, you will support early childhood educators specializing in the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) to elevate the quality of their programs. This position will work collaboratively with educators, administrators, and families to advance exceptional care and education for children during their formative years.

This position will support ECEAP programs throughout the ESD 123 region through coaching, training, and providing resources to empower early childhood professionals to meet and exceed the standards outlined by the Early Achievers program.

Essential Functions:

• Provide individualized coaching and mentoring to early childhood educators to help them improve their teaching practices, curriculum development, and classroom management techniques.
• Support teachers to identify goals and support Quality Improvement Plans to achieve goals.
• Develop and deliver training sessions, workshops, and seminars on topics related to early childhood education, child development, and best practices in teaching.
• In collaboration with program staff, support assessments and evaluations of early childhood programs to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans.
• Provide reflective practice with teachers throughout Quality Recognition Cycles.
• Connect educators and providers with resources, materials, and tools to support their professional growth and enhance the quality of their programs.
• Collaborate with other Early Achievers coaches, program administrators, and community stakeholders to coordinate efforts and share best practices in early childhood education.
• Strengthen programs' capacity to meet Early Achievers quality expectations through coaching, reflective practice, and tailored implementation support.
• Collect and maintain accurate records of coaching activities, program outcomes, and participant progress.
• Comply with all required data collection and reporting requirements.
• Maintain documentation of required professional development.
• Support efforts to involve families in their children's education and development by providing resources, information, and opportunities for parent education and involvement.
• Follow all Board policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Other

Job Functions:

Performs related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• A minimum of two years working with young children in a group setting and experience as an early learning coach, consultant, mentor, or trainer.
• Complete a department background check, pursuant to chapter 110-06 WAC.
• Provide proof of tuberculosis (TB) testing or treatment pursuant to WAC (3).
• Show proof of MMR immunization or proof of immunity in accordance with RCW .
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Working Conditions/

Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment; however, travel may be required to local school districts and program sites.
• Sitting for extended periods of time may be required.
• Lifts and carries a maximum of 35 pounds.
• Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Hazards:
  Those present in a normal office environment; no known significant hazards.
• Must have a valid driver's license and car insurance.