"Educational Resource Coach – Center for Child Well-Being (Southwest Missouri)"

Hiring Department

Department of Psychiatry

Job Description

The Center for Child Well-Being, housed within the Department of Psychiatry in the University of Missouri School of Medicine, seeks an Educational Resource Coach to support Early Childhood Programs, including the Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health (iECMH) Initiative.

This position will be based regionally in the Southwest part of Missouri (e.g., Springfield, Joplin, and the surrounding areas) and will require regular travel both regionally and statewide.

We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in special education and/or extensive experience working with children ages 0–5 who have atypical mental, behavioral, and/or physical development.

About the Center

The Center for Child Well-Being drives positive change for children and families through innovative programs, collaborative community partnerships, and strategic capacity building. Guided by our mission to improve outcomes for young children and their families, we envision a future where all children thrive in nurturing, supportive environments.

Working at the Center means being part of a passionate, collaborative team committed to impact. Staff are supported in their professional growth, empowered to contribute meaningfully, and engaged in work that is purpose-driven and community-centered. Join us in shaping a more responsive and resilient early childhood landscape across Missouri!

Key Responsibilities

Include, but are not limited to:

• Provide on-site consultation and coaching to early childhood programs in North Central Missouri, focused on social-emotional learning within a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework.
• Support implementation of Tier 1 (universal supports), Tier 2 (targeted supports), and Tier 3 (individualized intensive interventions).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices, state mandates, and emerging trends in early childhood mental health and education in Missouri.
• Develop and deliver in-person and virtual training sessions for stakeholders on early childhood mental health and social-emotional learning.
• Conduct research on evidence-based practices to support training and inform project development and implementation.
• Contribute to project management and project development initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation for all activities, including coaching visits, training sessions, and technical assistance efforts.
• Contribute to project reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Shift

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Psychology (clinical or developmental), or other related field.
State certification or licensure in education, mental health, or a related field.
3 or more years of experience in early childhood education settings preferred.
Experience with evidence-based frameworks such as the Pyramid Model, Conscious Discipline, trauma-informed care, etc.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 annually
Grade: GGS - 9E
University Title: EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE COACH
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Resume/CV.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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