Head Start School Bilingual Behavior Coach

Do you enjoy supporting teachers, guiding child development, and helping dual-language learners thrive? Join WNCSource as a Head Start Bilingual Behavior Coach !

If you bring strong bilingual skills, love mentoring early childhood educators, and want to make a lasting impact on classroom quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you! In this full-time role based in Hendersonville, NC, you will work directly with teaching staff to elevate classroom interactions, implement curriculum, and build bright futures for young children.

What You’ll Do

• Coach & Mentor: Provide hands-on, on-site coaching and mentoring to teaching teams to improve teacher-child interactions and ensure high-quality curriculum implementation.
• Support Dual Language Learners: Screen, plan, and work directly with staff to execute engaging learning experiences that promote English language development for bilingual children.
• Design & Deliver Training: Create and lead dynamic training sessions centered on early childhood development and curriculum fidelity.
• Elevate Classroom Quality: Empower teachers with positive behavior techniques and classroom strategies that help every child succeed.

Education & Qualifications

• Education: Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Human Services, or a related field from an accredited college recognized by NC DCDEE.
• Language Skills: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
• Experience: 2 to 5 years of experience working with young children in group settings.
• Bonus Points: Experience with Head Start, NC Pre-K, Developmental Day Program settings, or Practice-Based Coaching is preferred!

⭐ Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Competitive Pay: $23.23 – $24.82 / hour
• Schedule: Non-Exempt Full-Time, 12-Month position
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid time off to rest and recharge
• Funding for Higher Education: We invest in your continued learning and professional growth!
• Career Growth: Plentiful opportunities for internal advancement

Benefits That Support You

Meaningful work with valuable benefits that support your well-being, family and future!

• Health & Wellness: 90% of medical premiums covered (Employee Only) and competitive family coverage; free Pardee @Work Clinic visits, Teladoc; and Wellness Program rewards.
• Work Life Balance: 12 annual paid holidays plus paid Christmas Break (except for Transportation Team); 12+ days of PTO to start for Full-Time staff; generous Part-Time accrual.
• Retirement: 403(b) Savings plan generous employer contribution and match.
• Protecting Your Future: $25,000 employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available (Full-Time); employer-paid long-term disability covering 60% of current salary.
• Childcare Assistance: Up to $400 per month in childcare costs for eligible dependents age 5 and under (Full-Time).
• Career Growth: Tuition assistance, Continuing Education support, and advancement opportunities.
• Additional Perks: Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program; optional dental, vision, short-term and supplemental long-term disability, healthcare flexible spending account (FSA), and pet insurance.