Quality Coach (Lowcountry Region)

Quality Coach (Lowcountry Region) University of South Carolina - 4.2 Charleston, SC Job Details Full-time $52,526 - $63,317 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Qualifications Master's degree in early childhood education Early childhood education center experience Community engagement Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook E-learning (training delivery method) Local agency collaboration Training material drafting Mid-level 3 years Master's degree Bachelor's degree in early childhood education Driver's License Bachelor's degree Driving Content development Quality improvement Training & development Online education instructional development Adult learning Communication skills Adult education Early Childhood Education Training delivery Full Job Description Posting Number

RTF00088PO26 USC

Market Title Instructor/Training Coordinator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156176 Business Title (Internal Title) Quality Coach (Lowcountry Region) Campus Columbia Work County Charleston College/Division College of Education Department CED Child Development Research Center Anticipated Hiring Range $52,526 - $63,317 Location of Vacancy This position is field-based and requires the ability to drive to various locations throughout the state. Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes Position Description Advertised Job Summary This Quality Coach position is field-based in Charleston County, serving center, school-age, and family child care programs in the Lowcountry Region. It is a 12-month, full-time research grant position with benefits as part of South Carolina Child Care Resource & Referral (SC CCR&R) hosted at the USC College of Education Child Development Research Center. This position is part of the

SC CCR&R

team, which includes statewide Instructors/Training Coordinators (Quality Coaches) who provide technical assistance and professional development to early childhood programs and collaborate with partner agencies to coordinate services. This position requires reliable transportation and the ability to travel to conduct on-site visits to early childhood programs and perform other job duties. This position also requires delivery of services outside of typical business hours (evenings, weekends). For this position, the selected applicant must obtain two approvals, both from SC Endeavors, within 12 months of employment: (1) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Trainer Credential in all areas of child development (2) Approval as a South Carolina Certified Technical Assistance Provider. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials For this position, the selected applicant must obtain two approvals, both from SC Endeavors, within 12 months of employment: South Carolina Certified Trainer Credential in all areas of child development. South Carolina Certified Technical Assistance Provider. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, or a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, or a degree in an education-related field with a minimum of 18 credit hours documented on the transcript of core coursework in Early Childhood Education. Experience as an employee/owner of an early childhood setting (center-based, family-based) serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Experience conducting adult/family education trainings and providing technical assistance to implement program quality standards in an early childhood education setting. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of or demonstrated experience in the provision of technical assistance and training to child care providers in topics that include business start-up and planning, acquiring licensing status, maintaining quality services, and resolving corrective action plans. Knowledge of SC Child Care licensing requirements and ABC standards, and awareness of community services for children. Knowledge and experience in using tools to develop online training/courses/tutorials. Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills and computer skills that include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web-based software applications; have the ability to lift 50 lbs.; Ability to maintain reliable transportation to conduct on-site visits to early childhood programs and perform other job duties; Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Job Duties Job Duty Technical Assistance:

Collect, analyze, and use data from early childhood programs, licensing representatives, and community partners in the service delivery area to meet the diversity of early childhood settings (center, school-age, and family child care programs). Travel to early childhood programs to conduct on-site technical assistance and provide virtual technical assistance to assigned counties/regions and develop quality improvement plans in partnership with early childhood programs to maintain or increase program-wide quality levels. Implement and work with child care networks and/or Communities of Practice to enhance program quality and advocacy among child care programs. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 55

Job Duty Training:

Conduct and develop partnerships with appropriate organizations in the community to offer training opportunities for early childhood programs, families and/or community members. Develop training content and professional learning plans that encourage engagement in early childhood programs and include follow-up technical assistance, including traveling to conduct on-site/virtual sessions when appropriate, to help early childhood educators apply the knowledge gained in training to their programs. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30

Job Duty Consumer Awareness:

Distribute brochures and resource information to community partners and local organizations regarding quality child care. Participate in agency activities, including but not limited to Early Care and Education Partner Forums or other networking meetings, conferences, seminars, and events, to promote the services of the

SC CCR&R

for early childhood providers, families, and community members. This job duty requires reliable transportation and the ability to travel as needed. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10

Job Duty Other :

Assist other departments in major projects and perform other resource and referral duties as needed, including planning and implementing statewide initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Position Attributes Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Position End Date Job Open Date 04/23/2026 Job Close Date 06/07/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by June 7, 2026.

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