BrightSpark Early Learning Services · 1 day ago
Early Learning Coach
Tacoma, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$61K/yr - $65K/yr
5+ years expBrightSpark Early Learning Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing equitable access to quality early learning experiences. The Early Learning Coach will work with childcare facilities in King and Pierce Counties to enhance their quality through coaching and professional development, focusing on best practices in early childhood education.
Child CareChildrenNon ProfitService Industry
Responsibilities
Assist licensed centers and family childcare providers to enter and progress through the WA State Early Achievers Quality Recognition Improvement System
Facilitate large and small group sessions on topics related to the Early Achievers quality standards and program improvement tools used in the quality improvement process
Utilize formal and informal data in partnership with providers to establish and monitor quality improvement goals
Aid childcare providers to build and strengthen skills in early learning best practices, use of technology, navigating the state professional development system (MERIT), carrying out quality-related self-assessments, and meeting quality improvement goals
Provide anti-racist, culturally relevant, and inclusive assistance, both in-person and virtually, to licensed childcare facilities throughout King and Pierce Counties
Manage a caseload of clients (directors, teachers, and/or family childcare providers) to develop, implement, and evaluate quality improvement plans and goals
Partner with providers to identify program strengths and areas for improvement
Model respect for providers and their cultural practices as well as ECE best practices
Provide documentation of all coaching activities through web-based computer software programs
Submit complete and accurate documentation in a regular and timely manner
Ability to become a STARS-approved trainer within 6 months
Participate in regular program and agency meetings
Participate in training and other professional development activities required by BrightSpark
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in early childhood education and 5 years of related work experience; or a Master of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education and 3 years of related job experience
Ability to become a STARS-approved trainer within 6 months
Must be able to lift 10-15 pounds without assistance
Must be able to interact with children at eye level; interaction on the floor may be necessary
Participate in other duties as required or assigned
Must be able to work some evenings and weekends as required
Preferred
Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish or Somali languages
Coursework and/or formal training in culturally appropriate anti-bias practice and theory, along with a commitment towards continued professional development in this area
Ability to facilitate reflective practice sessions with early learning professionals
Practical experience and master-level expertise in at least two or more of the following content areas: Infant Development, Toddler Development, Preschool Development, Bilingual/Bicultural Education, evidence-based classroom curriculum, Accreditation (NAEYC, NAC, NAFCC, etc.), Social-Emotional Development, and Childcare Center Administration & Management
Experience utilizing and supporting the use of research-based quality assessments to guide the development of a quality improvement plan
Knowledge of childcare licensing and the regulatory environment surrounding Family and center-based childcare
Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, cultural relevancy, and inclusion
Demonstrated expertise in effective coaching, mentoring, and/or other consultative practices that support adult learners
Ability to work independently and self-motivate; most of the time is fieldwork
Ability to analyze and interpret data
Ability to understand and experience Quality Improvement and Adult Learning theories and practices
Knowledge of ECE Curricula and Assessments, including Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and Environmental Rating Scales (ERS) tools
Three to Five years of classroom/Family Child Care experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent listening skills and ability to provide leadership, innovation, motivation, and constructive feedback to Early Learning professionals
Proven ability to work in a team environment
Ability to maintain timely documentation/data entry into the electronic data system
Proven ability to consistently meet monthly targets and goals
Ability to work occasional night and weekend hours within the work week
Knowledge of computer software, especially Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Zoom
Benefits
Employer-paid top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees
21 days of PTO per year in addition to 11 paid holidays
3 paid floating holidays
Birthday holiday
One week-long office closure at year-end
Refresh Fridays in July (BrightSpark Early Learning Services Closure Days)
Flexible work environment
Employer-paid life insurance
Short-term disability/illness leave accrual
401k with 3% employer match
Company
BrightSpark Early Learning Services
As of March 15, 2023, Child Care Resources is now officially BrightSpark Early Learning Services! With an updated look and feel; a refreshed mission and vision for the future; and an entirely new website experience; BrightSpark is the same organization you’ve come to rely on for your child care needs, but with even more services and programs to help children, families, and communities thrive.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Donny Willeto
Chief External Affairs Officer
Gregory Davis, III
Human Resources Business Partner, Recruiter
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