Berkshire United Way
Instructional Coach - Early Childhood Education
Berkshire United Way, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, us, 01201
Overview
Berkshire United Way is seeking a part-time Instructional Coach to support early childhood educators across Pittsfield's Pre-K programs. This position is funded through the Commonwealth Preschool Partnership Initiative (CPPI) and is grant-funded for one year, with the expectation of continued funding beyond that period. The individual will serve as an independent contractor. Reports to:
Director of Community Impact Location:
Pittsfield, MA Exempt Status:
Part-time (Grant-Funded) Responsibilities
Use the Practice-Based Coaching model to strengthen instructional practices. Support educators in applying Concept Development, Quality of Feedback, and Language Modeling CLASS with instruction. Collaborate with district and community partners to align professional development. Promote reflective practice, classroom quality, and school readiness. Travel to five early childhood education sites across Pittsfield to deliver coaching support. Develop positive working relationships with program administrators and educators to build trust and create collaborative working environments. Conduct classroom observations to assess individual and classroom goals and areas for growth. Provide Practice-Based Coaching by modeling developmentally appropriate classroom practices and offering real-time feedback to educators. Facilitate coaching sessions, addressing individual goals, classroom needs, and progress based on CLASS assessment results. Use completed CLASS observation reports to provide feedback and guide educators in developing classroom strategies and individual goals. Directly model and support educators in applying CLASS fundamentals to improve interactions with children. Support program administrators in ensuring alignment of CPPI goals and standards. Assist educators in using CLASS results to enhance lesson plans, individual goals, and IPDPs. Encourage reflective practice and continuous improvement through individual and group coaching sessions. Meet regularly with program administrators and team members to review coaching progress, share insights, and adjust coaching strategies as necessary. Complete all required documentation, including coaching logs, CLASS reports, and progress reports in a timely and accurate manner. Model strong leadership and organizational skills in creating a structured and supportive coaching environment. Maintain confidentiality of educator and student data, adhering to professional ethical standards. Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities as needed. Meet the changing requirements of the CPPI grant as needed. Build and maintain positive relationships with program leaders and educators. Conduct classroom observations and facilitate coaching sessions. Model effective instructional strategies and support educators in implementing them. Maintain all necessary coaching records and reports. Meet regularly with program directors to assess progress and adapt strategies. Participate in collaborative efforts with district coaches and community partners. Perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in early childhood administration or leadership preferred. Experience in early childhood coaching or related field. Experience working with children with special needs. Knowledge and experience with the CLASS observation tool. Knowledge of EEC licensing regulations and developmentally appropriate practices. Experience with the Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) model and/or reflective supervision techniques. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to provide constructive feedback and model effective practices in classroom settings. Experience in using CLASS and willingness to attend additional CLASS training sessions. Must be able to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner. Ability to be self-directed, demonstrate initiative, and solve problems effectively. Compensation and Benefits
Source of Funding: State of Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Salary range: $30,000-$35,000, part-time, not benefited. Effective Start Date: September 2025 Application Instructions
To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to Katherine von Haefen, BUW Interim President and CEO, at kvonhaefen@berkshireunitedway.org; include "CPPI Instructional Coach" in the subject line. Closing Date:
September 30, 2025 Berkshire United Way is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on basis of race, creed, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, military service, and national origin in its employment. All inquiries concerning application of the above should be directed to Administration / Human Resources, 200 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Disclaimer: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Berkshire United Way by 2x. Get notified about new Instructional Coach jobs in Pittsfield, MA.
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Berkshire United Way is seeking a part-time Instructional Coach to support early childhood educators across Pittsfield's Pre-K programs. This position is funded through the Commonwealth Preschool Partnership Initiative (CPPI) and is grant-funded for one year, with the expectation of continued funding beyond that period. The individual will serve as an independent contractor. Reports to:
Director of Community Impact Location:
Pittsfield, MA Exempt Status:
Part-time (Grant-Funded) Responsibilities
Use the Practice-Based Coaching model to strengthen instructional practices. Support educators in applying Concept Development, Quality of Feedback, and Language Modeling CLASS with instruction. Collaborate with district and community partners to align professional development. Promote reflective practice, classroom quality, and school readiness. Travel to five early childhood education sites across Pittsfield to deliver coaching support. Develop positive working relationships with program administrators and educators to build trust and create collaborative working environments. Conduct classroom observations to assess individual and classroom goals and areas for growth. Provide Practice-Based Coaching by modeling developmentally appropriate classroom practices and offering real-time feedback to educators. Facilitate coaching sessions, addressing individual goals, classroom needs, and progress based on CLASS assessment results. Use completed CLASS observation reports to provide feedback and guide educators in developing classroom strategies and individual goals. Directly model and support educators in applying CLASS fundamentals to improve interactions with children. Support program administrators in ensuring alignment of CPPI goals and standards. Assist educators in using CLASS results to enhance lesson plans, individual goals, and IPDPs. Encourage reflective practice and continuous improvement through individual and group coaching sessions. Meet regularly with program administrators and team members to review coaching progress, share insights, and adjust coaching strategies as necessary. Complete all required documentation, including coaching logs, CLASS reports, and progress reports in a timely and accurate manner. Model strong leadership and organizational skills in creating a structured and supportive coaching environment. Maintain confidentiality of educator and student data, adhering to professional ethical standards. Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities as needed. Meet the changing requirements of the CPPI grant as needed. Build and maintain positive relationships with program leaders and educators. Conduct classroom observations and facilitate coaching sessions. Model effective instructional strategies and support educators in implementing them. Maintain all necessary coaching records and reports. Meet regularly with program directors to assess progress and adapt strategies. Participate in collaborative efforts with district coaches and community partners. Perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in early childhood administration or leadership preferred. Experience in early childhood coaching or related field. Experience working with children with special needs. Knowledge and experience with the CLASS observation tool. Knowledge of EEC licensing regulations and developmentally appropriate practices. Experience with the Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) model and/or reflective supervision techniques. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to provide constructive feedback and model effective practices in classroom settings. Experience in using CLASS and willingness to attend additional CLASS training sessions. Must be able to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner. Ability to be self-directed, demonstrate initiative, and solve problems effectively. Compensation and Benefits
Source of Funding: State of Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Salary range: $30,000-$35,000, part-time, not benefited. Effective Start Date: September 2025 Application Instructions
To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to Katherine von Haefen, BUW Interim President and CEO, at kvonhaefen@berkshireunitedway.org; include "CPPI Instructional Coach" in the subject line. Closing Date:
September 30, 2025 Berkshire United Way is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on basis of race, creed, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, military service, and national origin in its employment. All inquiries concerning application of the above should be directed to Administration / Human Resources, 200 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Disclaimer: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Berkshire United Way by 2x. Get notified about new Instructional Coach jobs in Pittsfield, MA.
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