Mentor Coach

University of Texas at Dallas

Dallas, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$58,000–$63,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Auditory, Background Investigation, Child Development, Childcare, Click Through Rate (CTR), Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Data Collection, Early Childhood Education, Employee Benefits, Infectious Diseases, Leadership, Licensing, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Military, Multitasking, Negative Testing, Office Equipment, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Physical Demands, Record Keeping, Requirements Management, Staff Development, Staff Requirements, Team Player, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
2 days ago

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S07166P Position Title Mentor Coach Functional Title Mentor Coach Department Callier Ctr Communication Salary Range $58,000 - $63,000, DOQ Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Dallas Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 07/24/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Desired Start Date 08/10/2026 Job Summary

The Mentor Coach serves as a facilitator of professional growth and continuous learning through an interactive process of observation, discussion, feedback, and reflection. In this role, the Mentor Coach supports individuals in identifying and achieving professional goals by fostering self-awareness, skill development, and effective practice. Through collaborative coaching relationships, the Mentor Coach promotes employees' ability to grow, improve performance, and progress toward established individual and organizational objectives.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.

1-3 years experience as a mentor/coach providing adult education in early childhood education or child development topics.

5-7 years experience as a lead teacher in a licensed child development program with children ages 0-5.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Child Care Director Certification
  • 7 years of working as a lead teacher in a licensed child development program with children birth to 5
  • 3 years of working as mentor/coach providing adult education in early childhood education or child development topics

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conducting observations and providing constructive, strengths-based coaching and feedback.
  • Facilitating reflective conversations that support continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Assessing employee development needs and identifying appropriate learning opportunities.
  • Designing, coordinating, and delivering professional learning programs, workshops, and coaching initiatives.
  • Supporting employees in setting, monitoring, and achieving individual and program-specific SMART goals.
  • Maintaining training records, tracking participation, and ensuring compliance with professional development requirements.
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of coaching and training programs through data collection, feedback, and performance measures.
  • Collaborating with leadership and stakeholders to align professional learning initiatives with organizational goals.
  • Promoting a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and excellence across the organization.

The successful Mentor Coach demonstrates strong communication, leadership, coaching, and facilitation skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships, inspire growth, and support employees in achieving meaningful and measurable outcomes.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Must be able to:

  • Sit, stand, lift (up to 40 pounds), stoop, squat, climb, run, bend, push/pull, hold, reach, twist, turn, walk, stretch, get up/down from the floor
  • Ability to see and hear children, adults, documents, office machinery, etc.
  • Multi-task
  • Handle demands of children, colleagues and parents
  • Be patient
  • Have constant mental alertness and agility
  • Have a positive outlook

Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information

Work Notice:

Work will be performed on-site and in person at the Callier Child Development Center in Dallas - 1966 Inwood Rd, Dallas, TX 75235.

Must have a negative TB test.

Must have a cleared Texas Child Care Licensing Background Check. A Provisional Background Check will not be accepted.

Physical and Working Conditions:

Successful candidate will be exposed to the following elements in this position and must possess certain physical and mental capabilities. Must be able to:

  • Sit, stand, lift (up to 40 pounds), stoop, squat, climb, run, bend, push/pull, hold, reach, twist, turn, walk, stretch, get up/down from the floor and child sized furniture
  • Provide consistent visual/auditory/proximity supervision of children and environment
  • Move quickly
  • Multi-task Handle demands of children, colleagues and parents
  • Be Patient Have constant mental alertness and agility
  • Have a positive outlook
  • Have emotional stability

Environmental Exposure:

  • Chemicals Smells/bodily fluids
  • Illness/contagious disease
  • Hot and cold temperatures/UV/Sun
  • Noise
  • Crying
  • Messy supplies and busy classrooms
  • Florescent lighting

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

Competitive Salary

Tuition Benefits

Internal Training

Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long and short-term disability

Retirement Plan Options

Paid time off

Paid Holidays All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About Us

UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

The University has a variety of programs and initiatives to support engagement and success for all members of the campus community. Employee benefits include a range of physical and mental wellness resources. "LilyPad" lactation facilities are located throughout the campus. There are several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) comprised of individuals who share common interests to help build community among UT Dallas faculty and staff (e.g., Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG, UT Dallas Young Professionals).

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

Special Instructions Summary Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

  • Official Transcripts
  • Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214

About the Company

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University of Texas at Dallas