Remote Coach Mentor - Contractor Opportunity

Join Our Mission-Driven Team as a Coach Mentor - Contractor

We're seeking a talented and experienced Coach Mentor to join our innovative edtech organization, Teaching Strategies, in a remote capacity. As a Coach Mentor, you will play a vital role in managing our brand presence and voice across our community platform, fostering a highly engaged following, and growing subject matter knowledge. You will work closely with our education, professional development, and product teams to drive brand loyalty, excitement around new releases, and embody our mission.

About Us

Teaching Strategies is a pioneering edtech company dedicated to connecting teachers, children, and families. We develop dynamic, high-quality digital products that integrate curriculum, assessment, professional development, and family engagement. Our collaborative, work-hard/play-hard culture values creativity, dedication, and passion. We're committed to making a meaningful impact in the early childhood education field and supporting teachers in their essential work.

Job Summary

The Coach Mentor will manage a caseload of customer coaches, providing expert guidance on product use and best practices through various formats, including group discussions, one-on-one meetings, live PLCs, and compelling posts and responses within discussion forums. This role will report to the Senior Manager of Coaching and work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve our goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of coaches and educational leaders, fostering meaningful professional relationships and creating opportunities for growth
• Develop and maintain a regular cadence of communication and engagement with assigned coaches, responding to questions and concerns in a timely manner
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager of Coaching and other colleagues to develop discussion content and share best practices within discussion groups and weekly Professional Learning Community cohorts
• Hold weekly office hours for coach support and schedule one-on-one meetings as requested
• Read and respond to discussion forum posts daily, providing expert guidance and support
• Develop and deliver Professional Development content for coaches and educational leaders, based on current best practices in early childhood education and instructional coaching
• Conduct research on current topics, trends, and best practices in coaching and educational leadership to inform coaching work
• Collaborate with product development and product marketing teams to define content themes and potential storylines
• Set specific objectives for each engagement with large and small groups within cohorts
• Occasional domestic travel (up to 10%)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field; master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an educational coaching or similar educational leadership role
• Experience establishing and communicating performance and quality metrics aligned with organizational goals
• Self-directed and strong drive for success, with a strong sense of project/work management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to research, listen, and identify client needs
• Project management skills and the ability to learn new technology applications
• Working knowledge of the early childhood field and Teaching Strategies products
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

What We Offer

At Teaching Strategies, we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package, flexible work schedules, opportunities for career advancement and professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about early childhood education and are looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply. Even if you don't feel like a perfect match, we'd still love to hear from you. Apply now to join our friendly team and take the first step towards an exciting new career opportunity.