ECE Coach

Augusta, Georgia Government

. Provide state-approved trainings and coaching services to eligible early care and learning programs and professionals .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeSavannah • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing state-approved training and coaching services to early care and learning programs, with a strong focus on quality improvement and compliance with Georgia child care regulations. Proficient in developing collaborative Plans of Action and maintaining accurate records and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood EducationTwo Years Related Work ExperienceKnowledge of Georgia Child Care Rules and RegulationsProficiency in ITERS, ECERS, FCCERS, SACERSExcellent Organizational and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Training DevelopmentCoaching ServicesProvider AssessmentsPlan of Action ImplementationData Tracking and ReportingMicrosoft Office SuiteNetworked Database Usage

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCustomer Service SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

DECAL Early Learning Coach DesignationDECAL GaPDS Trainer Level

Industry Keywords

Quality RatedChild Care Learning CentersFamily Child Care Learning HomesProfessional Learning CommunitiesEarly Childhood Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide state-approved trainings and coaching services to eligible early care and learning programs and professionals
Provide quality improvement coaching to Child Care Learning Centers and Family Child Care Learning Homes participating in Quality Rated
Conduct provider and center assessments to determine success factors and readiness for coaching
Provide training on the coaching process, expectations, and available resources
Develop Plans of Action collaboratively with providers or center directors
Assist with Plan of Action implementation through coaching visits, consultations, equipment advice, training, community-resource linkages, and professional development opportunities
Track coaching and professional learning activities and maintain assigned data
Maintain records and fiscal reporting requirements
Generate reports, provide outcome feedback, identify barriers and solutions, and present progress updates
Maintain proficiency in ITERS, ECERS, FCCERS, SACERS, and Quality Rated
Develop and conduct provider education and training
Provide TFTs to staff members
Market and facilitate Professional Learning Communities
Maintain designation through DECAL’s Early Learning Coach Designation program and trainer level through DECAL’s GaPDS
Comply with supervising-agency regulations, policies, procedures, and instructions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, human services, family and consumer sciences, early childhood education or related field, or equivalent related work experience substituting for the degree on a year-for-year basis
Two (2) years related work experience
Must be able to meet the state trainer requirements prescribed by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL)
Superior interpersonal and customer service skills
Knowledge of Georgia child care rules and regulations and early childhood best practices
Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision and in partnership with team members
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to use a networked database and Outlook
Personal vehicle, valid Driver’s license, and appropriate insurance
Candidates must pass a criminal background check
Must submit an electronic application with cover letter and resume
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
All male applicants between ages 18 and 26 must present proof of Selective Service Registration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits package
Paid state holidays
Annual leave
Sick leave
State of Georgia Benefits package