Quality Coach - Early Learning - Tillamook Service Center OR Clatsop Service Center

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

1. Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, a related field with early childhood
coursework, preferred; or a Step 10 or above on the Oregon Registry Online
2. Minimum of two (2) years of direct service in Early Childhood, with a specific focus (age
group, program type or other aspect of the early childhood industry)on preschool
3. At least two (2) years of experience providing technical assistance and training to early
childhood programs, including conducting classroom observations and/or home visits
4. Bilingual Spanish/English, preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

1. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
2. Excellent presentation skills, including development and delivery of trainings

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned. The duties listed below are not inclusive but characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.

A. Provide job-embedded professional learning and technical assistance to Early Care and
Education Professionals providers in alignment with Spark (Oregon's Quality Rating and
Improvement System) standards and Oregon's Core Knowledge Categories for
professional learning.
B. Manage Focused Child Care Networks of Early Care and Education Professionals,
operating under the guidelines and expectations established by the Early Learning Division.
C. Provide reflective, practice-based coaching to Early Care and Education Professionals,
including one-on-one coaching sessions with early educators and instructional leaders.
D. Participate in inclusion discussions and planning for zero tolerance for expulsion and
suspension in the Early Learning system and provides inclusion coaching to Early Care
and Education Professionals, and instructional leaders.
E. Assess the quality of environments and teaching practices on a quarterly basis and
revise coaching goals as necessary.
F. Support Early Care and Education Professionals to create Professional Development
Plans that contribute reflective practice, continuous quality improvement, and help
facilitate positive child-level outcomes.
G. Coordinate training and educational opportunities for Early Care and Education
Professionals, utilizing the Essential Fellowship training and tools as appropriate.
H. Collaborate with other regional Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) grantees and
the Early Learning Division to support the development and implementation of a
statewide business conference for Early Care and Education Professionals.
I. Collaborate with the Early Learning Hub and other community partners in efforts to
recruit and retain Early Care and Education Professionals and Early Learning programs,
including provide targeted support to providers who are new to the field.
J. Assist in the development of CCR&R's quarterly and annual training plans; assists in the
development of provider newsletter and recruitment materials.

Note: The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.