Instructional Coach

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is a nonprofit organization serving children and families across Oregon through early education and family support programs. At OCDC, our work has purpose. Every role contributes to creating stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures for children across Oregon.

The Instructional Coach Isupports the delivery of individualized, strengths-based professional development to teachers,and education staff through the Practice-Based Coaching model.

Under general guidance, therole contributes tobuildingstaffcapacity to implement effective teaching practices, support children’s learning and development, and aligninstructional approaches with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.

• Supports thedevelopmentof positive,collaborativecoaching relationships with education staffunder the guidance of the head of the county education teamor designated supervisor.
• Conductsclassroom and home-basedobservations, following established tools and procedures,to identifyinstructional strengths andareas ofgrowth.
• Assistseducationstaff inidentifyingand achieving professional growth goalsthat promotechildren’s school readiness outcomes.
• Supports coaching sessions by modellingeffective teaching strategies and reinforcingresearch-based best practices, as appropriate.
• Facilitatereflectivediscussions and problem-solving activities tosupport continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Documents coaching sessions, tracks staff progress toward goals, andcompilesreportsfor review by supervisoror specialist.
• Coordinates with supervisors and coaching stafftosupport alignment ofcoachingactivitieswith program-wide professional development goals.
• Assists with the coordination and delivery of grouptraining or workshopsrelatedto instructional practices, curriculum implementation, and family engagement.
• In collaboration with Education team support the development of the CDA process with the CCR&R.
• Maintains confidentiality and contributes toa supportivelearningenvironment that respects diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and learning styles.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational priorities.

Technical & Functional

Competencies:

• Ability to implement the Practice-Based Coaching cycle, including shared goal setting, focused observation, and reflection/feedback.
• Knowledgeable in adult learning theories and relationship-based coaching.
• Working knowledge of the Pyramid Model with the ability to apply established practices to coaching, observation, and feedback activities under general guidance.
• Applies effective communication skills to convey information, document coaching activities, and collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Effective coaching practices and strategies, with ability to strengthen skillset (Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills, and Reflective Supervision endorsement).
• Knowledge of the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework and research-based early childhood practices.
• Ability to analyze classroom practices, develop action steps, and support implementation of improvement plans.
• Culturally responsive practices and ability to engage with staff and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Competence in documentation, data collection, and use of technology (Microsoft Office Suite, virtual coaching platforms).

• Bachelor’sDegreein Early Childhood Educationor related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant work experience in early childhood classroom teaching or instructional support.
  • Preferred:
    
    Experience with coaching, mentoring, or adult professional development.
  • or
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience.

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