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requiremenTS

Skills

What we DO

Provide individualized, intensive professional development to classroom staff using Practice-Based Coaching and CLASS Observations that is focused on specific teaching practices, Curriculum, and Assessment, in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.

Bachelor’s degree IN

early childhood education

or

closely related field

Preferred:

Possess or obtain the complete training in the Pyramid Plus approach

Experience and knowledge of adult learners

Experience providing professional development and trainings

Have attended or attend next available Practice-Based Coaching Training Institute

Possess or immediately obtain Colorado Coach Credential through the Professional Development Information System (PDIS)

Advanced knowledge and experience in the areas of early childhood, adult learning theory, instructional methods, and working with diverse populations and learners

A minimum of two years of successful work experience in a leadership role as an Early Childhood age group expert or as a lead teacher in a CPCD or Head Start partner site classroom with children birth to five years of age

Possess or immediately obtain Trainer Credential through the Professional Development Information System (PDIS)

Has knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework

Have attended or attend next available Teachers Learning and Collaborating Training

Ability to consistently exercise discretion and judgment in performing essential job functions

Possess or immediately obtain Interrater Reliability Certification for DRDP and GOLD

Possess or quickly obtain CLASS Observation Certification for Preschool, Toddler and Infant tools

Be well versed in Creative Curriculum, the CLASS assessment, ITERS/ECERS, PDIS, the Pyramid Plus Approach, Teaching Strategies GOLD, DRDP, birth through 5 years old child development, CPCD Policies and Procedures, and Colorado Licensing Rules and Regulations