Preschool Promise Instructional Coach

Posting Position Information Position Title:

Preschool Promise Instructional Coach Department Family Resources Education Center Appointment Type:

Renewal Dependent on Funding FLSA Non-Exempt Position FTE .75 Location Albany Campus, Albany, OR Salary Grade 22 Salary Rate Starting annual salary is $52,267, plus comprehensive benefits.

Job Summary:

The Preschool Promise Instructional Coach responds to coaching requests and referrals to provide reflective and relationship-based coaching to both teachers and instructional leaders, while also supporting the implementation of Preschool Promise. This position serves as a coach to early educators in family and center based child care settings, school districts and other early education programs to meet program, classroom and teacher goals, best practices standards and increase the level of job-embedded professional development, collaborative routines and instructional leadership.

Essential Duties:

Creates ongoing trusting relationships with early education programs and a range of educators to develop the most conducive environment for learning, reflection and establish collaborative coaching relationships. Articulates and facilitates understanding of Preschool Promise program expectations, especially in the areas of Supportive Environments and Ambitious Instruction, Continuous Quality Improvement, Leadership with Knowledge, and Inclusionary Practices. Delivers regular one-on-one coaching sessions to educators and instructional leaders of Preschool Promise programs, following the Oregon Early Learning Coaching Competencies and employs specific coaching strategies to engage teachers and instructional leaders. Utilizes reflective practices with Preschool Promise programs to facilitate goal setting, data evaluation, and observation feedback. Supports continuous quality improvement in practice especially around Preschool Promise Program Expectations, NAEYC Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators and implementation of best practices in early learning, inclusion, dual language learning and social/emotional development. Conducts regular direct observations of coachee in practice using formal and informal tools and provides feedback. Uses technology to support Preschool Promise programs and coachees through video review, feedback, resource sharing and coordinating peer feedback. In partnership with Preschool Promise administrators and teachers, creates coaching goals, action steps and identifies available resources through engaged data dialogues and reflective conversations. Supports Preschool Promise programs in their use of data to create program and early educator goals. Provides materials, resources and recommendations to strengthen practice implementation and reach set coaching goals. Serves as a resource in identifying appropriate research-based instructional strategies and interventions to improve outcomes for Preschool Promise children and families. Uses coaching data to inform training and technical assistance plans.

Develop and deliver training to early educators and ECE professionals that adheres to Oregon's Professional Development Registry criteria. Participates in ongoing coaching provided by contracted Mentor Coaches.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard, typewriter or other office equipment. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers. Requires hearing and speaking ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone.

Education and Experience Education:

Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Human Development, Child and Family Studies, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology) or a Step 10 on the Oregon Registry and coursework in age three to five development.

Experience:

Two years of experience providing Technical Assistance and training, including coaching, to early education programs, providing classroom observations and/or home visits to families with young children. Experience supporting the primacy of families, their home languages, and their cultures, and an understanding of how to engage them.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of inclusive practices in preschool programs. Knowledge of how to best support the early learning workforce in all settings. Effective techniques of adult learning and relationship-based coaching practices. Must possess knowledge and skills to use equipment necessary to carry out job responsibilities (e.g. computer and virtual training software, cell/telephone, digital cameras, and video recorders).

Abilities:

Must possess excellent planning, organization, and time management skills, and the capacity to build collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, and provide services that are culturally competent and appropriate to the needs of the target audience. Must be able to perform, independently, duties of the position efficiently and effectively. Requires the ability to communicate formally and informally with a wide range of contacts and demonstrate tact, diplomacy, empathy, and friendliness in dealing with people under stressful conditions, either by phone, through video or in person. Must be able to work respectfully with individuals of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities. Requires timely ongoing documentation to maintain reporting requirements. Employment Requirement Criminal Background Check - C4

Applicant Instructions:

Please complete the online application and upload or attach the following required documents: Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Academic Transcripts List of Three Professional References U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for veteran's consideration . Resources and Tips for

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Salary Placement Process:

According to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between LBCC and the Independent Association of Classified Employees ( IACE ), all Classified employees begin at Step 1 of the salary schedule, corresponding to the position's grade. Placement at a higher step on the schedule is not negotiable, except by mutual written agreement of Association leadership and LBCC Human Resources. These exceptions are uncommon, and only granted in limited circumstances. The Preschool Promise Instructional Coach position is graded as a Grade 22 at a .75 FTE . Step 1 on the Classified salary schedule for this grade is $52,267 for a 190-day Fiscal Year appointment, prorated at .75 FTE . Progression on the salary schedule is subject to the terms and conditions laid out in the IACE Collective Bargaining Agreement. Click here to view the current agreement , including the negotiated salary schedules by fiscal year. LBCC values a work life balance. Here are some benefits of working at

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Medical, dental, vision insurance for employee and dependents Free tuition for employees and their dependents Prorated sick leave, personal leave, and paid holidays based upon annual workload Public Employees Retirement eligibility after 6 months ( LBCC pays the six percent employee contribution) Professional development funds Additionally, please note: As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit. Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences. LBCC offers a pay incentive to eligible employees who demonstrate proficiency in conversational Spanish when evaluated and formally certified by a college-approved professional or agency. Eligibility to apply for and receive bilingual pay incentives for Spanish and languages other than English are subject to the provisions of Administrative Rule 6025-06. For more information, please LBCC Bilingual Pay Incentive Administrative Policy or the Classified Association Agreement . Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check. Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America. Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices. We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at mercerh@linnbenton.edu LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Posting Number:

0601387-

C Posting Date:

05/13/2026

Closing Date:

05/27/2026 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). The College is unable to support employment-based visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B). Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for a work visa? Yes - I will need future work sponsorship for a work visa No - I will not need future work sponsorship for a work visa LBCC requires all employees to maintain a primary physical residence within the State of Oregon. Remote work is not available to individuals residing outside Oregon. If you are currently located out-of-state, are you willing to relocate to Oregon before your work assignment begins? I am currently a resident of the State of Oregon Yes - I am willing to relocate to the State of Oregon if I am offered the position No - I am only interested in remote work Required Documents Required Documents Resume Academic Transcript Cover Letter List of 3 Professional References Optional Documents Academic Transcript 2 Academic Transcript 3 Veteran Status Documentation