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At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for providing life skills to the early childhood workforce by supporting social and emotional well-being through a life skill coaching model. Guides early childhood practitioners through habit changes to improve the way they approach tasks and manage their personal and professional lives. Promotes practices that foster healthy connections with children and families by improving teaching practices. This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is dependent upon grant funding.

What a day of an Early Learning Skills Coach looks like:

• Plans, develops, and designs life skills coaching workshops and trainings based on the needs of the early childhood workforce.

• Facilitates trainings related to life skills coaching and provides a learning environment that fosters effective adult learning opportunities.

• Designs an intake process that measures the willingness and commitment of participants to the program requirements. Ensures proper documentation of signed program agreement.

• Completes initial intake, needs assessments, and other program enrollment forms and acts upon critical needs of the client.

• Presents to the early childhood community the program and its benefits.

• Assists program participants with creating measurable and attainable goals and discusses their needs and goals on a regular basis. Collects data and maintains client folders that will include goals, progress, and outcomes.

• Works collaboratively with other organizations and partner agencies to plan and coordinate services to meet the needs of the early childhood workforce.

• Collaborates with other departments within the Institute to better serve the early childhood community.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of nine credits in Early Childhood or Child Development Education

• Two years of experience working with Early Childhood Educators or in a Child Care setting

Knowledge of:

• Adult learning principles

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application

Skilled in:

• Delivering a high level of customer service

• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management

• Group presentation, individual coaching and counseling skills

• Mentoring team members to develop goal setting plans, share knowledge and experiences

Ability to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service

• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public

• Research information for problem solving

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required

• Valid Florida driver’s license

Preferred, but not a must:

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Life Coach certified by an institute that is accredited by the International Coaching Foundation

Skilled in:

• Video editing and animation

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds

• Reach and grasp objects

• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Stand for extended periods of time

• Use of video display terminal

• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills

• Communicate information orally and in writing

• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication

• Proofread and check documents for accuracy

• Operate a motor vehicle

• Work a fluctuating work schedule

Wait, there is more!

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.

• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.

• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

• Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

READY TO APPLY? Here's your application preparation!

Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:

• Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.

• Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.

• An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.

• The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.

Application Deadline

This position will close on November 16, 2025 at 11:59pm