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Abilities Network

Early Childhood Coach

Towson, MD · On-site

$45K/yr

Early Childhood Coaches provide training and technical assistance and provide supportive and high-quality assistance to address concerns and work cooperatively with childcare programs to address the ...

Abilities Network Inc

Early Childhood Coach

Towson, MD

$22/hr

Early Childhood Coaches provide training and technical assistance and provide supportive and high-quality assistance to address concerns and work cooperatively with childcare programs to address the ...

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Poway, CA · On-site

As an Early Childhood Coach, you will play a vital role in planning and supporting the overall operations of our program. Working under the direction of the Education Coordinator, you'll provide ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for early childhood coach in the United States is $18.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Early Childhood Coach supports educators in improving teaching practices and enhancing children's learning experiences. They provide guidance, resources, and professional development to early childhood teachers and caregivers. Coaches observe classroom interactions, offer feedback, and help implement best practices in early childhood education. Their goal is to promote high-quality learning environments that support children's development and academic success.

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Early Childhood Coaches often navigate challenges such as supporting educators with varying levels of experience, addressing resistance to change, and balancing individualized coaching with broader program goals. Coaches may work across multiple classrooms or centers, requiring strong organizational skills and flexibility in their approach. Collaboration with teachers, administrators, and families is key, and success in this role involves adapting coaching methods to different learning styles and environments. These challenges present valuable opportunities to foster professional growth, improve educational quality, and make a meaningful impact on early learning outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an early childhood coach?

To thrive as an Early Childhood Coach, you need a strong background in early childhood education, child development principles, and instructional coaching, often supported by a degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with assessment tools, observation protocols, and curriculum planning systems such as Teaching Strategies GOLD or CLASS is beneficial. Excellent interpersonal skills, active listening, and the ability to provide constructive feedback help build trusting relationships with educators and staff. These skills ensure that coaches can effectively support and elevate teaching practices, positively impacting young children's learning environments.

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Infographic showing various Early Childhood Coach job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 52% Full Time, 47% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,811 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Early Childhood Coach

Towson, MD • On-site

Abilities Network
Non-Profits • 51 - 200 employees
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$45K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality training and reflective coaching to early childhood educators and community members.

  • Assist childcare programs in implementing universal strategies to promote high-quality care and support participation in the Maryland EXCELS program.

  • Serve as a coach and mentor to early childhood educators to support developmentally appropriate settings and implementation strategies.

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Abilities Network is looking for an Early Childhood Coach to join our Project ACT program. Project ACT serves Maryland's early childhood community to promote high-quality care for all children through training and coaching. Early Childhood Coaches provide training and technical assistance and provide supportive and high-quality assistance to address concerns and work cooperatively with childcare programs to address the needs of programs serving children under age 6 as well as out of school time programs.
This is a great opportunity to join a non-profit organization with an amazing culture and team environment. Within this role there is the opportunity to handle a wide variety of projects and responsibilities. As an Early Childhood Coach, you will have a direct impact on the success of the Project ACT program by providing high-quality training and reflective coaching to educators and community members.
This position is a hybrid position and requires availability to work some evenings and weekends with occasional overnight travel.
The starting rate of pay for this position is $22.00 per hour ($45,760 a year) and is non-negotiable.
Abilities Network offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits packaging including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Company paid Life/AD&D Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 403(b) plan with employer contribution
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • PTO, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Anniversary Day Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program - earn up to $1800 per hire

About us:
At Abilities Network, we cultivate inclusive communities through relationships, innovation and high-quality services. We accomplish this by living close to our values of respect, well-being, reflection and courage and using them to guide our decision making. If you want to contribute to an organization of people passionate about using relationships to support the empowerment of others then we have a position where you can make a difference.
Requirements
What will I do at Abilities Network?
  • Assist childcare centers, family childcare homes and other child serving programs to implement universal strategies that promote a high quality childcare environment, support programs with the Maryland EXCELS program.
  • Provide needed connections with resources to support participation and advancement through the levels of EXCELS.
  • Serve as a coach and mentor to early childhood educators to support the creation of developmentally appropriate settings and implementation strategies for the purpose of supporting all children.

What does Abilities Network need from me?
The ideal candidate will have the following education and experience:
• BA/BS Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Psychology or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years' experience working with children under age 6 and their families in an early childhood program.
• Coursework in curriculum and child development.
• Group training experience.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred.
Competencies & Qualifications:
• Knowledge of child care systems including Maryland EXCELS, accreditation, environmental rating scales and training requirements.
• Experience with curriculum and training development.
• Experience with reflective and/or practice based coaching.
• Excellent oral and written communication with a demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles
• Comfortable with all types of technology i.e. proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Maintains flexible and collaborative work ethic
Apply today! Learn more about us at www.abilitiesnetwork.org !
If you are interested in applying for employment with Abilities Network and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Human Resources Office at HumanResources@abilitiesnetwork.org or call 410-828-7700.
Abilities Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, military status, veteran status, and status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, or any other category covered by applicable law.

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