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WestEd is seeking a Lead Trainer/Coach for the San Francisco Quality Connection to improve early childhood education services through training and support, requiring 50% travel within San Francisco.

Responsibilities: Manage and deliver evidence-based training and coaching, develop content and strategies, support quality improvement plans, and represent WestEd at stakeholder meetings.

Skills: Deep expertise in child development and early childhood education, strong project management skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, 5 years in early childhood program implementation, and supervisory experience; certification in PITC preferred.

Location: Hybrid in San Francisco, California, United States

Compensation: $104600 - $130800 / Annually

About WestEd

As a community of over 1,400 researchers, practitioners, consultants, and administrative professionals from all backgrounds and life experiences, we are committed to making a qualitative difference in the lives of youth, children, and adults. We conduct and apply research, develop evidence-based solutions, and provide consulting services across the country in both rural and urban communities to improve equitable outcomes for individuals from infancy through adulthood. Serving as trusted partners in the areas of education, health, and justice, our teams enhance capacity within communities and school districts to prioritize impact — asking the right questions, customizing methodologies, developing relevant tools, and implementing best practices specific to a diverse range of stakeholder needs.  

WestEd supports individual initiative, excellence, and hard work of all individuals in our hiring and work practices. WestEd complies with all applicable federal and state anti-discrimination laws, as well as OFCCP requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or status as a protected veteran.

SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING THE WORK LOCATION OF THIS POSITION—Although WestEd provides the option of working at one of its facilities for employees, many roles allow employees to choose to work remotely for their own convenience.  The decision to allow remote work at the employee's convenience is based on the requirements of the position or project in question. 

Position Description:

The SFQC Lead Trainer/Coach plays a key role in the development and delivery of research- and evidence-based professional development services to San Francisco’s quality improvement system, with the goal of improving the quality of child care experienced by children birth through age 5. Core Focus Areas: Developmental science, child development, infant/toddler development, early childhood education, attachment theory, training, coaching, reflective functioning

What We’re Looking For:

A team member who is committed to the relentless pursuit of higher quality in early childhood education. We seek someone who brings deep content expertise in developmental science (including attachment theory and infant/toddler development); demonstrated skill and effectiveness as a trainer and coach; creativity and initiative; strong project management skills; a demonstrated record of working collaboratively and respectfully with diverse groups; and openness and curiosity about self and others.

Responsibilities:   

• Manage the delivery of high-quality, research- and evidence-based training and coaching services, including documentation and assessment of impact and effectiveness.
• Contribute to the development of training/coaching content, models, and strategies as well as policies, procedures, and practices.
• Provide training, technical assistance, and coaching related to 0 – 5 child development, attachment theory, and evidence-based early childhood practice.
• Support center-based and family child care programs in developing and implementing quality improvement plans and reaching quality improvement goals.
• Contribute to systems-building efforts within the San Francisco early childhood education community.
• Represent WestEd, SFQC, and the San Francisco Department of Early Childhood (DEC) at stakeholder meetings and professional conferences.
• Collaborate with DEC and other entities providing training and coaching services within San Francisco.
• Oversee the management and implementation of identified performance measures through all phases of the project lifecycle, including project timelines and finances, mitigation of risks, dissemination, and quality assurance.
• Participate in training/professional development activities, including obtaining and maintaining required certifications/authorizations.
• Contribute to internal strategic planning efforts and professional development activities.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
• At least five years’ experience in early childhood program implementation including at least three years’ experience working with infants and toddlers.
• At least three years’ supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated deep subject matter expertise in child development (birth to age 5), attachment theory, early childhood education, and adult learning theory.
• In-depth knowledge of early childhood systems development and implementation.
• Certification in the Program for Infant/Toddler Care (PITC) Modules I – IV; certification in PITC Module V (Beginning Together) preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of the California Early Childhood Learning & Development System (i.e., foundations, curriculum frameworks, program guidelines, observational child assessment).
• In-depth knowledge of tools used to assess child care program quality.
• In-depth knowledge of evidence-based early childhood coaching models.
• Knowledge of the California Center for Social Emotional Foundations in Early Learning (CA CSEFEL) approach, including documented completion of the California Early Childhood Online (caearlychildhoodonline.org) module for the Center for Social Emotional Foundations Early Learning Teaching Pyramid Framework.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong relationships with children, families, staff, and partners/stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience applying adult learning theory in training, technical assistance, and coaching contexts.
• Demonstrated experience working with various early childhood program types (e.g., infant/toddler, preschool, center-based, family child care, Early Head Start/Head Start).
• Experience with a variety of evidence-based early childhood curricula.
• Demonstrated self-awareness and reflective functioning.
• Demonstrated alignment with the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work well independently, in partnership with leaders, and as a member of a team.
• Ability to manage and balance multiple tasks and priorities; demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to consider numerous complex and nuanced factors in making decisions.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Proficiency with technology (e.g., computers, audio/visual equipment), software, and databases.
• Local travel and evening/weekend work are required and 3 conferences per year.
• Spanish/English or Cantonese/English bilingual advanced professional proficiency (speaking, reading, writing, listening) or higher preferred.

 *Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

WestEd conducts a criminal background check and education verification for all new hires. Any offers of employment will be contingent on receiving a clear background check in accordance with applicable law. *Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

The full salary range for this position, WestEd level 11, is $104,600 to $163,500 but WestEd does not typically hire at or near the top of the salary range. The typical hiring range for this role is $104,600 to $130,800. The actual offer takes into account multiple factors including but not limited to education; experience; internal equity, and other organizational needs.

In addition to the base salary, benefits include:

· 15% contribution toward retirement effective day 1 of employment

· Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

· All health/welfare benefits are effective the first of the month following the hire date

· PTO: 3 weeks’ vacation (increases to 4 weeks beginning the 4th year of employment), paid holidays, and 12 days paid sick leave per year

· Life Insurance: value of 3x gross salary

· Opportunities for annual merit-based performance increases + annual incentives

· Professional development opportunities & mentorship program 

For more details about our benefits, go to: https://www.wested.org/work-at-wested/#benefits WestEd is a Drug Free Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. #LI-CA  #Circa-CA  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)