13 Education jobs in Stamford

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• Graduate from an accredited school
• State License required/registration where applicable
• Additional requirements may also be provided during interview

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• The Purple Card (Patient Advocates)
• Licensure Reimbursement
• Premium Pay Packages
• CEU Reimbursements
• Daily Per Diems
• Travel Reimbursements
• Rental Car Allowances
• Continuing Education Resources
• Referral Bonus
• And Many More!

Instructional Coach - CPPI Early Childhood Education

Reports to: Director of Community Impact

Employer: Berkshire United Way

Location: Pittsfield, MA

Exempt Status: Part-time (Grant-Funded)

Position Summary

Berkshire United Way is seeking a part-time Instructional Coach to support early childhood educators across Pittsfield's Pre-K programs. This position is funded through the Commonwealth Preschool Partnership Initiative (CPPI) and is currently grant-funded for one year, with the expectation of continued funding beyond that period. The individual will serve as an independent contractor.

The Instructional Coach will collaborate with program administrators to:

• Use the Practice-Based Coaching model to strengthen instructional practices.
• Support educators in applying Concept Development, Quality of Feedback, and Language Modeling Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) with instruction.
• Collaborate with district and community partners to align professional development.
• Promote reflective practice, classroom quality, and school readiness.

This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with educators to advance early leaning outcomes and ensure Pittsfield's youngest children receive high-quality, developmentally appropriate education.

Job Description

Berkshire United Way (BUW) is committed to transforming philanthropy into action and change for people in Berkshire County. BUW ignites the collective power of individuals and organizations to build a stronger and more equitable community where everyone can thrive. When you have access to services and the support you need to be safe, healthy, and financially secure, you can achieve your goals.

Responsibilities

Coaching and Support:

• Travel to five early childhood educations sites across Pittsfield to deliver coaching support.
• Develop positive working relationships with program administrators and educators to build trust and create collaborative working environments.
• Conduct classroom observations to assess individual and classroom goals and areas for growth.
• Provide Practice-Based Coaching by modeling developmentally appropriate classroom practices and offering real-time feedback to educators.
• Facilitate coaching sessions, addressing individual goals, classroom needs, and progress based on CLASS assessment results.
• Use completed CLASS observation reports to provide feedback and guide educators in developing classroom strategies and individual goals.
• Directly model and support educators in applying CLASS fundamentals to improve their interactions with children.

Professional Development:

• Support program administrators in ensuring alignment of CPPI goals and standards.
• Assist educators in using CLASS results to enhance lesson plans, individual goals, and Individual Professional Development Plans (IPDPs).
• Encourage reflective practice and continuous improvement through individual and group coaching sessions.
• Collaborating with existing CPPI partnerships across Massachusetts may require additional travel.

Collaboration and Reporting:

• Meet regularly with program administrators and team members to review coaching progress, share insights, and adjust coaching strategies as necessary.
• Complete all required documentation, including coaching logs, CLASS reports, and progress reports in a timely and accurate manner.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Model strong leadership and organizational skills in creating a structured and supportive coaching environment.
• Use CLASS observation results to guide coaching content and feedback. Maintain confidentiality of educator and student data, adhering to professional ethical standards.
• Travel to different school sites and early childhood programs in Pittsfield and CPPI partnership locations, ensuring flexible and reliable transportation.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities as needed.
• Meet the changing requirements of the grant RFR as needed.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with program leaders and educators.
• Conduct classroom observations and facilitate coaching sessions.
• Model effective instructional strategies and support educators in implementing them.
• Maintain all necessary coaching records and reports.
• Meet regularly with program directors to assess progress and adapt strategies.
• Participate in collaborative efforts with district coaches and community partners.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in early childhood administration or leadership preferred. Experience in early childhood coaching or related field.
• Experience working with children with special needs.
• Knowledge and experience with the CLASS observation tool.
• Knowledge of EEC licensing regulations and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Experience with the Practice-Based Coaching (PBC} model and/or reflective supervision techniques.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and model effective practices in classroom settings.
• Experience in using CLASS and willingness to attend additional CLASS training sessions.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner.
• Ability to be self-directed, demonstrate initiative, and solve problems effectively.

Compensation and Benefits

• Source of Funding: State of Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
• Salary range: $30,000-$35,000, part-time, not benefited.
• Effective Start Date: September 2025

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to Katherine von Haefen, BUW Interim President and CEO, at ; include "CPPI Instructional Coach" in the subject line.

Closing Date: September 30, 2025

Berkshire United Way is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on basis of race, creed, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, military service, and national origin in its employment. All inquiries concerning application of the above should be directed to Administration / Human Resources, 200 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201.

• Graduate from an accredited school
• State License required/registration where applicable
• Additional requirements may also be provided during interview

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• The Purple Card (Patient Advocates)
• Licensure Reimbursement
• Premium Pay Packages
• CEU Reimbursements
• Daily Per Diems
• Travel Reimbursements
• Rental Car Allowances
• Continuing Education Resources
• Referral Bonus
• And Many More!

• Graduate from an accredited school
• State License required/registration where applicable
• Additional requirements may also be provided during interview

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• The Purple Card (Patient Advocates)
• Licensure Reimbursement
• Premium Pay Packages
• CEU Reimbursements
• Daily Per Diems
• Travel Reimbursements
• Rental Car Allowances
• Continuing Education Resources
• Referral Bonus
• And Many More!

Department/Unit:

Work Shift:

Salary Range:

Supports preceptors in developing orientation programs for new Staff.
Responsible for staff orientation and continued development.
Demonstrate principles of conflict resolution and promote consensus building.
Represents Case Management/Social Work at organizational committee meetings as directed
Serves as AMC Liaison with executive leadership interfacing with continuum of care providers and public agencies including: SNF Administrators, vendors, CHHAs, LDSS-APS/CPS, NYS-OMH, OPWDD, MHLS among other regulatory agencies
Interprets laws, policies, operational procedures and objectives. Ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
Assists in the development of policies and procedures, standards of care and practice, and in the monitoring processes in relations to those standard
Demonstrates advanced knowledge and expertise in CMS, DOH, OMH, OPWDD laws and regulations pertaining to access, delivery, transition and financing across the continuum of care.
Expertise in entitlement eligibility, managed care, guardianship, immigration and naturalization laws.
Ensures efficient and effective service provision within regulatory and professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree (MS-Nursing strongly preferred).

Board Certification in relevant specialty- strongly preferred.

A Master's Degree in Social Work with State licensure or Master's degree in Nursing or a Master's degree in Education with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, or a Master's degree in an allied health field from an accredited institution required.

3 - 5 years of direct critical care experience preferred

Experience in the field of Clinical Social Work or Nursing with experience in Case Management, Utilization Review and Discharge Planning.

BLS Certification.

Demonstrated clinical competency in a nursing or allied health specialty. Previous experience in education program development and teaching preferred.

Ability to create collegial and collaborative relationships internally and externally.

Ability to read and analyze documents.

Ability to listen well, to engage in interactive dialogues with others, and facilitate communication among groups.

Effective organizational, oral and written communication skills, problem solving, program development, computer skills, strong leadership and team building skills.

The Education Specialist provides leadership and direction to support high performing staff through the development of educational activities that meet the needs of the nursing organization.

Principal Position Responsibilities

The Education Specialist is responsible for leading in the design and development of systems that support staff involvement in practice, research, education,

and quality decisions; promoting a collaborative environment where nurses practice at the highest level of licensure. This position is responsible for participating in the design, development and implementation of orientation and continuing education programs for individuals and groups within the nursing organization. The educational outcomes of programming are evaluated and linked to the quality process and patient care outcomes.

Ideal Candidate will have Pediatric nursing experience. Candidates without pediatric experience can still apply and may be considered

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a need to know and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit:

Work Shift:

Salary Range:

Supports preceptors in developing orientation programs for new Staff.
Responsible for staff orientation and continued development.
Demonstrate principles of conflict resolution and promote consensus building.
Represents Case Management/Social Work at organizational committee meetings as directed
Serves as AMC Liaison with executive leadership interfacing with continuum of care providers and public agencies including: SNF Administrators, vendors, CHHAs, LDSS-APS/CPS, NYS-OMH, OPWDD, MHLS among other regulatory agencies
Interprets laws, policies, operational procedures and objectives. Ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
Assists in the development of policies and procedures, standards of care and practice, and in the monitoring processes in relations to those standard
Demonstrates advanced knowledge and expertise in CMS, DOH, OMH, OPWDD laws and regulations pertaining to access, delivery, transition and financing across the continuum of care.
Expertise in entitlement eligibility, managed care, guardianship, immigration and naturalization laws.
Ensures efficient and effective service provision within regulatory and professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree (MS-Nursing strongly preferred).

Board Certification in relevant specialty- strongly preferred.

A Master's Degree in Social Work with State licensure or Master's degree in Nursing or a Master's degree in Education with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, or a Master's degree in an allied health field from an accredited institution required.

3 - 5 years of direct critical care experience preferred

Experience in the field of Clinical Social Work or Nursing with experience in Case Management, Utilization Review and Discharge Planning.

BLS Certification.

Demonstrated clinical competency in a nursing or allied health specialty. Previous experience in education program development and teaching preferred.

Ability to create collegial and collaborative relationships internally and externally.

Ability to read and analyze documents.

Ability to listen well, to engage in interactive dialogues with others, and facilitate communication among groups.

Effective organizational, oral and written communication skills, problem solving, program development, computer skills, strong leadership and team building skills.

The Education Specialist provides leadership and direction to support high performing staff through the development of educational activities that meet the needs of the nursing organization.

Principal Position Responsibilities

The Education Specialist is responsible for leading in the design and development of systems that support staff involvement in practice, research, education,

and quality decisions; promoting a collaborative environment where nurses practice at the highest level of licensure. This position is responsible for participating in the design, development and implementation of orientation and continuing education programs for individuals and groups within the nursing organization. The educational outcomes of programming are evaluated and linked to the quality process and patient care outcomes.

Ideal Candidate will have Pediatric nursing experience. Candidates without pediatric experience can still apply and may be considered

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a need to know and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit:

Work Shift:

Salary Range:

Supports preceptors in developing orientation programs for new Staff.
Responsible for staff orientation and continued development.
Demonstrate principles of conflict resolution and promote consensus building.
Represents Case Management/Social Work at organizational committee meetings as directed
Serves as AMC Liaison with executive leadership interfacing with continuum of care providers and public agencies including: SNF Administrators, vendors, CHHAs, LDSS-APS/CPS, NYS-OMH, OPWDD, MHLS among other regulatory agencies
Interprets laws, policies, operational procedures and objectives. Ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
Assists in the development of policies and procedures, standards of care and practice, and in the monitoring processes in relations to those standard
Demonstrates advanced knowledge and expertise in CMS, DOH, OMH, OPWDD laws and regulations pertaining to access, delivery, transition and financing across the continuum of care.
Expertise in entitlement eligibility, managed care, guardianship, immigration and naturalization laws.
Ensures efficient and effective service provision within regulatory and professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree (MS-Nursing strongly preferred).

Board Certification in relevant specialty- strongly preferred.

A Master's Degree in Social Work with State licensure or Master's degree in Nursing or a Master's degree in Education with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, or a Master's degree in an allied health field from an accredited institution required.

3 - 5 years of direct critical care experience preferred

Experience in the field of Clinical Social Work or Nursing with experience in Case Management, Utilization Review and Discharge Planning.

BLS Certification.

Demonstrated clinical competency in a nursing or allied health specialty. Previous experience in education program development and teaching preferred.

Ability to create collegial and collaborative relationships internally and externally.

Ability to read and analyze documents.

Ability to listen well, to engage in interactive dialogues with others, and facilitate communication among groups.

Effective organizational, oral and written communication skills, problem solving, program development, computer skills, strong leadership and team building skills.

The Education Specialist provides leadership and direction to support high performing staff through the development of educational activities that meet the needs of the nursing organization.

Principal Position Responsibilities

The Education Specialist is responsible for leading in the design and development of systems that support staff involvement in practice, research, education,

and quality decisions; promoting a collaborative environment where nurses practice at the highest level of licensure. This position is responsible for participating in the design, development and implementation of orientation and continuing education programs for individuals and groups within the nursing organization. The educational outcomes of programming are evaluated and linked to the quality process and patient care outcomes.

Ideal Candidate will have Pediatric nursing experience. Candidates without pediatric experience can still apply and may be considered

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a need to know and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.