ECE Lead Coach/Facilitator

The Lead Coach/Facilitator at the Northeast Professional Development Center (NEPDC) will oversee the delivery of coaching services and facilitate professional development initiatives tailored to Early Childhood Education programs. This role includes mentoring and training NEPDC coaches to ensure high-quality service delivery and adherence to the Leadership Coaching Model.

The Community Group

The Community Group (TCG) is a private, nonprofit organization creating opportunities through education since 1970. TCG manages a range of programs, including a network of early childhood and out-of-school time programs, a network of charter and district public schools, consulting and training programs, and a child care resource and referral program, Child Care Circuit.

Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

• Serve as the primary point of contact for coaching and consultation in the region, providing support to programs and educators while maintaining fidelity to the Leadership Coaching Model.
• Mentor and train NEPDC coaches, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Research and develop professional development topics, creating drafts of trainings, presentations, and scripts.
• Design differentiated trainings customized for various Early Childhood Education programs.
• Support the development and facilitation of technical assistance through NEPDC, including facilitating Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and Communities of Practice, coaching program leaders, and offering consultation.
• Implement systems for accurate and timely management and reporting of coaching program data (e.g., action plans, coaching logs) as required by EEC standards.
• Collaborate with other NEPDC staff to align training with technical assistance priorities identified through coaching and consultation.
• Facilitate Professional Learning Communities and affinity groups aimed at enhancing professional development opportunities.
• Stay current with advancements in adult education and instructional design tools, integrating new knowledge into coaching practices.
• Demonstrate expertise in anti-bias environments, curriculum, and practices, creating coaching opportunities that align with these goals.
• Provide recommendations and ideas for enhancing existing professional development initiatives and introducing new ones.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is required.
• Proven experience as a program administrator with strong project management skills.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working in or with EEC-licensed early care and education programs, including at least 3 years in ECE program leadership and administration.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to produce clear and concise reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Passionate about coaching and dedicated to fostering personal and professional growth.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with a commitment to cultivating a positive work environment.
• Analytical and strategic thinker focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships within diverse communities.
• Experience working directly with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Evenings and some weekends required.

The Community Group participates in the E-Verify program to determine the immigration and work-eligibility status of prospective employees. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work documents for more information.

The Community Group is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law.  We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.