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School Readiness Coach
Child Start, Inc.
Wichita , KS 67218
Posted 2 weeks ago
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.
Requirements
- 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.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds for various classroom and event needs.
Benefits
Child Start's School Readiness Coach position is $21.89 per hour.
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.
This is not a remote position, must be able to commute daily to Wichita, KS.