Education Coach

Wu Yee is seeking an experienced Education Coach uses Practice Based Coaching techniques to provide training to teachers based on curriculums that reflect the cultural values and diversity of the families served while ensuring school readiness goals are successfully met. In collaboration with Center Managers, the Education Coach promotes best practices in early childhood development based on Head Start Performance Standards.

Full time 40 hrs/week, Monday - Friday | Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

Location: 

• 880 Clay St. San Francisco Ca 94108 (Req 1539)

 Responsibilities:

• Work with Center Managers and/ or Regional Manager to develop a schedule for conducting classroom observations as a foundation for determining needs. 
• Develop individual Education coaching plans, with specific teaching goals and areas for growth identified which are based on classroom and teacher observations. 
• Submit coaching plans to review with the Education Manager and assess teacher’s progress. 
• Follow-up on teaching staff requests for Education Coach services and document nature of training and technical assistance provided. 
• Provide constructive feedback and support to teaching staff for learning and growth. This may include activities, reading material, or other resources as needed to guide learning and helping teachers develop quality lesson plans by providing reflective questions. 
•  Provide training and guidance for new teachers in best classroom teaching practices, preparation for program assessments, and use of data as requested by the Education Manager. 
• Plan and present teacher training on relevant child development topics based on program monitoring outcomes. 
•  Promote best practices in early childhood development based on Head Start Performance Standards and California Curriculum Frameworks.
• Obtain detailed knowledge of Creative Curriculum, PITC Philosophy, California Community Care Licensing, CDE Title 5 and Wu Yee’s School Readiness and Parent Family Community Engagement Goals to prepare trainings, assist teaching staff in setting goals, and inform decision making during the coaching process.
• Use reflective practice and additional strategies to support teachers to reflect to promote positive outcomes for the teaching staff and the children they influence. 
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Agency policy and legal requirements. 
•  Attend mandated trainings and meetings as required by supervisor. 
• Enter data, prepare reports, and train teachers using knowledge of various software programs such as MS Word, Excel, Power-Point, Publisher, Learning Genie and ChildPlus. 
• Participate in the annual program Self-Assessment, as needed.

Requirements:

•  BA degree in Education, Early Childhood Education preferred, and at least 24 units of ECE are required.
• A minimum of 3 infant/toddler units or completion of 3 infant/toddler units within 1 calendar year of employment
• MA degree in the Early Education field preferred 
• A minimum of 5 years Lead Teacher experience with infant/toddler and preschool children from diverse populations.
• Two years of experience leading a team in implementing a developmental and age-appropriate curriculum.
• Knowledge of various software programs such as MS Word, Excel, Power-Point, Publisher, and Child Plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and other staff
•  Good communication, as well as maintaining an overall positive and professional attitude
•  Demonstrated competence in supporting families
• Models good judgment, effective problem solving and priority setting skills
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Cantonese preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary $89,250 - $93,450 (Exempt)
• This position is 1.5 Year temporary position funded through June 30 2025
• Fully paid employee health, dental and vision
• 403b with matching contribution after 1 year
• 13 holidays, 10 days vacation and paid sick leave
• Lots of opportunity for advancement across the organization
• Extensive paid training and professional development

Healthcare/vulnerable client employer, verified COVID vaccination required

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply for any open position in which they feel qualified. Wu Yee Children’s Services is an equal opportunity employer.