Language and Literacy Coach

It is the policy of Quality Care for Children that all employees shall receive an equal employment opportunity without regards to race, color, religion, veteran status, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or disability in employment. 

Job Title: Language and Literacy Coach 

Supervisor: Vice President, Early Care and Learning 

Salary: Based on experience and education 

Location: Atlanta Office 

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:  Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for position. 

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Provide group professional development facilitation  
• Provide site-based coaching to staff at child care programs  
• Develop an internal professional development model to embed content into technical assistance best practices 
• Deliver monthly capacity-building training for site administrators and teachers 
• Conduct program monitoring  
• Support scaled site-based coaching 
• Plan implementation and design 
• Site identification and recruitment 
• Delivery of professional development 
• Author professional development content  
• Demonstrate ability to facilitate the coaching cycle using timely goal-focused meetings and conversation 
• Engage in a consistent coaching cycle that is purposeful and reflective 
• Gradual release of skills through the “I do, You do, We do” 
• Provide intentional and purposeful feedback (e.g. joint problem solving and setting goals) 
• Operate from a cycle of reflection and continuous growth 
• Make clear connections between child outcomes and Read Right from the Start (RRFTS) strategies 
• Understand, articulate and model RRFTS strategies 
• Understand the difference between a knowledge, skill and mindset (will) gap and how to appropriately support each 
• Collaborates with team to plan, reflect and implement coaching 
• Conduct internal pulse checks to determine if the work is on the right track 
• Intentional and purposeful scheduling and planning (personal and site based) 
• Understand and implement a variety of best coaching techniques (i.e. modeling, video reflection, joint conversation, co-teaching, etc.) 
• Has knowledge of the change process and includes in coaching 
• Consistently uses a variety of data to inform all levels of coaching 
• Offer strength-based coaching and empathy 
• Demonstrate the ability to facilitate on-going change 
• Apply adult learning principles to all aspects of work 
• Attain and maintain a comprehensive understanding of all Cox Campus relevant courses to inform all coaching 
• Provide professional development on Cox Campus courses 
• Use strategies and appropriate tools to objectively observe the adult and the program 
• Use positive and culturally relevant “people skills” to develop respectful and responsive relationships 
• Begin work by establishing rapport, clear expectations and honoring the partner’s voice 
• Excellent organizational skills 
• Ability to manage own time, set priorities, meet deadlines, work without direct supervision, and contribute to team atmosphere 
• Experience working with diverse communities and sensitivity to needs and concerns of various participants 
• Use technology to be innovative and efficient, like: using video as a coaching tool, using private groups to connect adults, etc. 
• Demonstrate active and responsive listening techniques with adults 
• Perform all other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Reading, Speech Language Pathology, or a related field  
• A minimum of 3 years experience as a coach to staff at child care programs or other ECE staff 
• Eligible to be a state approved trainer 
• Experienced with group professional development facilitation  
• Experienced in training development and delivery 
• Experience in Birth to Pre-K educational programs and/or programs for language and literacy  
• Proven experience with site-based coaching  
• Apply innovative approach to coaching and mentoring 
• Knowledge of Cox Campus courses and Read Right from the Start (RRFS) 
• Knowledge of Georgia’s Quality Rated Improvement System, Child Care Resource and Referral Services, and Bright from the Start child care rules and regulations 
• Proven experience in collaborating with staff and teams across multiple offices and programs 
• Utilize a range of effective communication techniques designed to address both verbal and nonverbal communication 
• Effective presenter to small and large groups
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint 
• Commitment to equity and diversity, promoting strong ethics, and ensuring fair and equitable treatment of staff and partners 
• Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Reading, Speech Language Pathology, or a related field  
• A minimum of 5 years experience as a coach to staff at child care programs or other ECE staff 
• State approved trainer 

To Apply: 

Please submit all of the following documents to ensure that your information is considered: cover letter, resume, and written submission describing how your particular skills, talents, and/or expertise could be beneficial to QCC in this position (please limit to 500 words).

It is the policy of Quality Care for Children that all employees shall receive an equal employment opportunity without regards to race, color, religion, veteran status, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference or disability in employment.    

To Apply:  Please email your resume and cover letter to HR@qccga.org (List: Language and Literacy Coach in the email’s subject line).  Please include your name when titling email attachments.   

Resumes will be accepted until this position is filled.  No phone calls please.