EARLY CHILDHOOD COACH & TRAINER

EARLY CHILDHOOD COACH & TRAINER

Salary

$46,350.00 Annually

Location

Shreveport, LA

Job Type

Unclassified

Job Number

999589

Department

Northwestern State University

Opening Date

06/09/2026

• Description
• Benefits

About this Job

Northwestern State University seeks qualified applicants for the position of Early Childhood Coach and Trainer.

To apply: Submit a letter of application identifying position number above, resume, and names of three references with complete contact information to:

Northwestern State University Child and Family Network 1800 Warrington Place

Shreveport, LA 71101-4425

FAX (318) 677-3169

cfnnsu@nsula.edu

Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency.

The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

(Full Disclosure)

Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email tix@nsula.edu.

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and noticed that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in Room 128 Caspari Hall or email andersonje@nsula.edu. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460) located in Room 111 Watson Memorial Library or email smithcr@nsula.edu. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood, child care, or closely related field
• Possess or be qualified to receive Louisiana Pathways Trainer approval and CLASS certification
• Bachelors degree or college work in child development, early childhood, child and family studies or closely related field preferred
• Experience as a center director, assistant director, or director designee a plus
• Experience in conducting workshops, seminars, or other training for adults; good public speaking and presentation skills
• Experience as early childhood program director a plus
• Must be CLASS observer certification or able to pass certification within 12 months of hire date
• Ability to travel as necessary, possibly overnight, to complete responsibilities following NSU Child and Family Network policies
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Good organizational skills. Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Good computer skills in word-processing and database programs adequate to meet registration and reporting responsibilities
• Ability to work well with persons of all ages, races, sex, etc.
• Knowledge of the regions child care community, needs, and services available to parents a plus
• Ability to work evenings and Saturdays and to assist with innovative and special projects

Job Specification

The objective of Resource and Referral agencies contracted through the Louisiaqa Department of Education is to improve school readiness by supporting childcare centers to improve the quality rating of their center, Early Learning Coach and Trainers will be expected to meet this goal through:

• Differentiated Coaching: Specialist will provide high-quality coachiqg for early learning staff using a research-based model that supports teacher and child interactions: and the use of high-quality instructional tools.
• Group Training: Specialist will provide training that covers the critical information needed for operating a safe and healthy learning environment that supports child and teacher interactions and the use of high-quality instructional strategies. Group training is usually done outside regular working hours. Trainer will assist in creating training materials and will follow all policies related to training procedures.
• Early Childhood Resource Center: Specialist will provide resources,to support families and the early learning industry with business practices, resources, and opportunities for collaboration. Coach/Trainer will participate in community and statewide activities to meet Louisiana Department of Education and Child and Family Network contract goals.

Job Duties and Other Information

• Develop and maintain good relationships with child care centers, other providers and collaborating agencies
• Serve as a role model of continual training and professionalism, continuing to enhance skills as required by contracts and agency goals
• Promote the value and importance of training in early learning to child care owners, directors, and staff, and to public officials and the public
• Respond to inquiries about training and promote training according to guidelines
• Attend out-of-town and statewide meetings as scheduled or needed, provide services listed above to Northwest Louisiana early learning programs
• Publicize the services offered via outreach such as career fairs, exhibitions, and community events for which responsible
• Stay abreast of providers needs, concerns, and interests
• Assess needs and provide coaching to staff on developmental stages of children and developmentally appropriate interactions based on these stages. Coaching is primarily one-on-one site visits
• Provide data driven, coaching and training using coaching protocols such as My Coaching Partner, LENA, GoReact, CLASS, on curriculum implementation and other topics as needed
• Assist other trainers when needed or requested, develop, revise, and maintain training materials according to guidelines
• Assist with evaluation of training, including data on pre-/post-tests, surveys, and focus groups
• Conduct workshops and training that leads to the CDA Credential and Ancillary Certificate according to agency and Louisiana Department of Education guidelines
• Enter data promptly and maintain paper and database records on training, coaching, and other activities according to NSU Child and Family Network policies
• Maintain knowledge of current training requirements by the Bureau of Licensing, Health Department, Ancillary Certificate and CDA credential requirements, Network projects, Birth to Five Early Learning Standards, quality ratings, and other guidelines
• Maintain knowledge of resources available to parents, employers, and others affected by child care such as materials for providers and parents such as agency brochures and flyers, questions to ask and criteria in selecting a child care provider, and other topics of toncems and interests
• Promote Louisiana Pathways enrollment and scholarships to child care staff.
• Assist in compiling reports for contracts and other services according to NSU Child and Family Network policies.
• Conduct child screening as needed or requested using designated screening materials and provide training on how to support childs development. (May be required in some positions)
• Conduct parent engagement experiences and support staff in parent engagement
• Other tasks as needed to fulfill the job goals and responsibilities or as assigned

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm