What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mentor Coach position at CDI Head Start serving Santa Cruz County?
Mentor Coach at CDI Head Start serving Santa Cruz County
Application Deadline
10/19/2026 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
Contact
(831) 285-0790
Number of Openings
Salary
31.54 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
Employment Type
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Mentor Coach role is critical in guiding Head Start teachers to further develop their planning, instruction, and content knowledge. Mentor Coaches help orient teachers to their school community and to teaching in general. Mentor Coaches will also provide training and technical support for this Head Start career. Minimum requirement, the applicant must have a baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field with at least two years of experience working with young children and families. Must complete all trainings required by child care licensing, including but not limited to the following: a. Ongoing Training: Staff must participate in annual training on child safety, mandated reporting, and emergency procedures (Title 22, §101216.2). b. Mandated Reporting: All employees are mandated reporters of suspected child abuse or neglect (Title 22, §101212(d)) To apply, go to: https://cdiheadstart.org/santacruzcounty/program-page/careers/
Requirements / Qualifications
Full Transcripts, Degree, Child Development Permit will be requested
Collected to verify Education requirements per Head Start Program Performance Standards. If not uploaded at the time of application submission, Education Transcripts/Degrees will be requested to upload.
Requirements / Qualifications
Full Transcripts, Degree, Child Development Permit will be requested
Collected to verify Education requirements per Head Start Program Performance Standards. If not uploaded at the time of application submission, Education Transcripts/Degrees will be requested to upload.
Comments and Other Information
Comments and Other Information
- CalPERS Retirement Benefits