The Early Childhood Coach provides high quality coaching and communities of practice to support early care and education and school-age child care programs to address concerns and work cooperatively increase the availability of high-quality child care within the region. Coaching utilizes the Practice Based Coaching model (developed by The Pyramid Model Consortium) and Facilitated Attuned Interactions (developed by the Erikson Institute) as the model and coaching style for these services. The coach is a collaborative partner with programs participating in services and guides programs to increasing knowledge and skills and aligning teaching environments and teaching strategies to research-based quality approaches. **Possible room for advancement for the right candidate.**

This position:

• Plans and conducts coaching sessions and community of practice sessions for child care providers/programs focused on identified needs, quality initiative programs, and other programs and topics utilizing virtual platforms and in-person consultation as appropriate;
• Provides coaching services which increase the knowledge of providers, teachers, and staff to provide high-quality, research-based, inclusive care to all children within the program;
• Utilizes resources and supports developed by MSDE and other stakeholders which support provider/program participation in quality initiatives such as Maryland EXCELS, the Maryland Child Care Credential Program, and other initiatives as identified and available;
• Establishes strong relationships with child care community and acts as a liaison;
• Assists in content development for The Promise Resource Center’s newsletters focused on quality initiatives, developmentally appropriate practices, teaching strategies, and other topics of interest and relevance for programs/providers;
• Documents all work and services utilizing the MCCRN Data System as directed by MFN;
• Assists with events and outreach activities in support of the early childhood care and education community;
• Participate in Train the Trainer opportunities and conduct approved workshops; and
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in early childhood education, education, special education, child development, or a closely related field
• Completion of a 3-credit (45 clock hour) course in Child Development and completion of a 3-credit (45 clock hour) course on Curriculum/Methods and Materials for Infant/Toddler, Preschool, and/or School-Age
• 5 years experience in early childhood education program, licensed child care (center and/or family child care), school-age child care, Head Start/Early Head Start, or PreK education setting
• Strong oral and written communication aptitude.
• Ability to write and format early childhood curriculum for a child care audience.
• Capable of guiding early childhood professionals through career development.
• Demonstrated ability to form and maintain collaboration among stakeholders.
• Ability to manage own time, set priorities, work without direct supervision and contribute to team atmosphere.
• Active listening, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to needs and concerns of various cultural groups.
• Competent use of computer technology and software.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
The Promise Resource Center follows all state and local mandates regarding COVID-19.

Application Question(s):

• Have you completed course work in Child Development and Curriculum/Methods and Materials for Infant/Toddler, Preschool, and/or School-Age children?
• How many years experience do you have working in an early childhood education program, licensed child care, school-age child care, Head Start, or PreK education setting?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

The Early Childhood Mental Health Behavioral Specialist II provides behavioral assistance and training to child care providers and parents through observations, individualized techniques, and behavior plans. The Behavioral Specialist may provide mini training sessions for providers as well as longer workshops for professionals, providers, or parents when needed. The Behavioral Specialist provides referrals to the appropriate professionals when needed. Occasional evenings and weekends required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

These examples are illustrative and not all inclusive:

• Provides behavior management assistance for child care providers and children who have been identified as having significantly challenging behaviors.
• When appropriate, participates with other agencies in the implementation of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan for children who challenging behaviors.
• Provides child-specific and general training on topics of related interest.
• Maintains current files on all referrals.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• Collects data necessary for evaluation of the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by PRC.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in social work, mental health, early childhoood education, child development, or related field is required.
• At least two years of experience in providing direct behavioral intervention to children 0-5 years old with challenging behaviors.
• Knowledge of early childhood mental health, developmental milestones, early childhood classroom set up and management, and experience working with children 0-5 years.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply the Pyramid Model (formerly Social Emotional Foundations for Early Learning) is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in working with parents, child care, and early childhood care and education personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with a broad variety of individuals and agencies, both orally and in writing.
• Good organizational skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Earn extra money after school hours!
Please contact ebowling@thepromisecenter.org directly for more details on becoming a trainer for CCRC.