Early Learning Coach

Catholic Charities is responsible for providing early learning coaching services to licensed childcare providers in eight counties throughout Central Washington. The Early Learning Coach responsibilities encompass continuous quality improvement supports for providers that include, but are not limited to, technical assistance, professional development, and coaching services. All activity will follow the service delivery areas and contract requirements. This position will provide services throughout Yakima County, including Granger, Sunnyside, Mabton, Toppenish and surrounding communities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide culturally relevant and inclusive coaching services to licensed childcare providers by responding to the support needs of each program
• Developing and maintaining schedules for on-site and/or virtual visits based on program need.
• Assist licensed childcare providers through the Washington State Early Achievers Quality Recognition and Improvement System.
• Supports participants in building capacity around various domains including specific early learning topics, use of technology, navigating the state professional development system, and business practices.
• Obtain and maintain MERIT State Trainer Approval and reliability in relevant tools (FIND, WA-AIMH, etc.).
• Manage a caseload of referred childcare providers, assisting providers in reaching specific milestones over a distinct period of time.
• Participate in trainings or other professional development activities as required.
• Document work within 5 days of activity utilizing required data bases.
• May provide specialized services and trainings, including designation as the primary team trainer if assigned
• Represent Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington in the community as needed.
• Abide by Washington State law as a mandatory reporter of child abuse and neglect.

Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.

Physical Requirements:

This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, as well as keyboard fingering, talking, hearing and adequate vision on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 90% of the time.

Non-Physical Requirements:

Education

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and 2 years related work experience preferred

Experience

• 2 years' experience working with young children in a group setting required
• Previous successful experience providing technical assistance or coaching to childcare providers, on-site and/or virtually preferred
• State Approved MERIT/STARS trainer or ability to apply

Special Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish preferred
• Ability to work independently and self-motivate; work is primarily off-site
• Be available to work evenings and weekends as needed and requested by your supervisor
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to create and maintain timely documentation/data entry into electronic data systems
• Strong ability to communicate both written and verbal, which includes active listening.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, cultural relevancy, and inclusion.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Word and Excel
• Maintain confidentiality according to professional standards

Licensure, Registration, Certification

• Valid Washington State driver's license and agency minimum required liability insurance
• Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities liability insurance provider
• Department of Early Learning background check, Washington State Patrol clearance and fingerprinting when appropriate, as well as any vaccination requirements

Employment is conditional upon:

• Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm

Wage Range: $24 - $28, depending on education and experience

Benefits:

• 13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year
• Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
• Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment
• Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
• Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment
• Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment
• Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft
• Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
• Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment

It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.