playLab Description
playLab studies the development of young children and the unique role of play in their lives. We are currently seeking part-time early childhood coach(es) to work with Early Head Start teachers and collaboratively develop tailored coaching plans to improve classroom practice.
Responsibilities
Þ Observe Early Head Start classrooms using the ITERS-R/ECERS-R tools
Þ Focus on specific tasks, skills, or techniques of the developing child
Þ Assist teachers to structure and develop environments, routines, and interactions in developmentally appropriate ways to support overall child development
Þ Encourage, support, motivate, and work interactively with teachers to develop a coaching plan and implement ongoing goals related to specific developmental domains
Qualifications
Þ Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or a related field
Þ Candidates with experience collecting classroom observations using the ITERS-R/ECERS-R tools preferred
Þ Experience coaching or in an early childhood setting is a plus
Þ Experience working with Early Head Start or knowledge of Early Head Start standards
Þ Excellent oral/written communication skills, competent interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills
To Apply
If you are interested, please email your resume and cover letter
with subject line “Early Childhood Coach” to playlabnyu@gmail.com by October 15th 2017
The review of applicants will begin immediately. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Additional Information
Þ Need a minimum of 6 months commitment, with possibility of extended time
Þ Need a car and willingness to travel to Suffolk County, Long Island
Þ This is a paid position, commensurate with experience
* Position is contingent upon funding