Neighborhood House Association
Location
San Diego, California
Salary
$24 - $27/hr
Provide in-depth social-emotional and behavioral support to students while coaching teachers on inclusive classroom activities. Implement individualized program components and collaborate with the Comprehensive Services and Quality Improvement team.
Requires an Associate's Degree in Child Development or Psychology with 12 ECE credits and at least one year of experience with children aged 0-5, including those with special needs. Must possess a valid California driver's license and obtain pediatric first aid/CPR certification within 90 days.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: Basic concepts of child growth and development and developmental behavior characteristics, particularly pertaining to students with individualized learning plans (IEP) and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Social-emotional and behavior management strategies and techniques relating to students experiencing difficulties with self-regulation. Positive social-emotional and behavioral interventions and applied behavioral analysis. Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar. Routine record storage, retrieval, and management procedures. Ability to: Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards students with varied Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and families. Implement positive social-emotional and behavior support plans Model appropriate social-emotional and behavioral interventions Learn to utilize a variety of instructional materials and procedures. Communicate effectively in oral and written form Perform routine clerical and operate office related equipment Examples of Major Job Functions: The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position. Coach teacher(s) in implementing daily classroom activities ensuring inclusion of all children; Coach with personalized special services for children with disabilities (i.e. feeding assistance, toileting, diapering, urine bags, physically lifting and carrying the child, etc.); Coach staff in marking referrals for further evaluation or services; Discuss the progress of the child(ren) with supervisor and teacher(s) as needed; Coach teacher(s) in maintaining classroom management by interacting with all the children including children without Special Needs during the classroom routine; Participate in classroom activities including field trips and socializations; Lift, carry and ensure the safety of children as needed; Advocate, as appropriate, for the rights of the children with Special Needs and their families; Support staff in implementation of social-emotional and behavior management techniques as advised by designated Head Start Coordinator(s) or other professionals; Maintain and update assigned center files of children with Special Needs as required; Coach the teacher(s) in completing monthly observations and recording observations on appropriate record keeping forms; Work cooperatively with the Site Supervisor and all other staff to coordinate center responsibilities while on-site; assisting in the classroom or outdoors as needed; Be involved with meal times and provide necessary support if needed; Attend staff in-service, and other required meeting and trainings; Maintain and enhance professional competence through participation in professional organizations and other activities on a voluntary or assigned basis; Assume responsibility for parent involvement as appropriate; Attend not less than 15 hours of professional development per year. Such professional development shall be high-quality, sustained, intensive and classroom focused in order to have a positive and lasting impact on classroom instruction; Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Market context
In California, child development coach roles are typically tied to early learning and family support programs, where demand is often strongest for candidates with infant-to-preschool experience and comfort supporting children with special needs. This role is competitive because it combines an associate degree, ECE coursework, hands-on experience, a valid California driver’s license, and timely CPR/first aid certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your ECE credits and certification timeline before applying.
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