Pre K Transition Coach

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us as a transition coach, you'll be directly supporting children and families every day—helping them feel confident, welcomed, and prepared for their child's transition into kindergarten. This is a Georgia state-funded Summer Transition Program role with a total of up to 140 paid hours for the duration of the program. When you join our team as a Transition Coach you will :

• Support programs' success by partnering with center staff, leadership, and outside agencies to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
• Assist site leadership with engaging and recruiting families into the Summer Transition Program and support families through the transition to Georgia's Pre-K or Kindergarten, including assistance with registration documentation, locating a school, and understanding transportation options
• Partners with teachers and families in a shared commitment to identifying and supporting children's and families' individual needs for successful transitions
• Serve as a liaison between home and school by maintaining regular communication with families through phone calls, letters, and approved communication platforms to support attendance and participation
• Plan, facilitate, and host family engagement activities and adult workshops regularly, incorporating strategies to encourage participation and engagement
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to stay informed of attendance trends, student needs, and upcoming activities, and follow up with families as needed to support student success
• Collaborate with families, teachers, and center leaders to identify and purchase appropriate transition materials
• Gather family input through surveys or feedback tools and provide information or referrals to relevant community resources based on identified family needs and interests
• Assist with maintaining complete and accurate student files, required documentation, and activity tracking in alignment with state program expectations and compliance requirements
• Attend required trainings, orientations, and weekly meetings as outlined by the state program

Required Skills & Experience :

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and handle multiple situations effectively
• Requires a minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) or a degree or certification in an early childhood education-related field.
• Familiarity with developmentally appropriate practices and how preschool children learn
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• Read, write, understand, and speak English and Spanish to communicate effectively with children and families Our benefits meet you where you are. We're here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits. - Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
• Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones… and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality childcare, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you'll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work and stay for the people. KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Pay:

$26.60 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Childcare:

2 years (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Chamblee, GA 30341 (Required)

Work Location:

In person