Early Childhood Regional Access Coach- Center For Literacy, Educ & Employment

Early Childhood Regional Access Coach/Specialist The Regional Access Coach/Specialist will work closely with key stakeholders at the Early Learning Division and the Division of Special Education and Intervention Programming at the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) and will be an integral partner with the department in their implementation of the Early Childhood Access for All Learning Network, which provides training and support for preschool students with disabilities across the state. The goal for the Regional Access Coaches is to interpret state directives to increase inclusive opportunities and increase access to developmentally appropriate environments and high quality instruction with the focus on improving outcomes for preschool students with disabilities. A person in this position has knowledge of instruction and developmentally appropriate practices for students ages 3-5 in least restrictive environments in Tennessee, as well as having a clear understanding of the development of Instructionally Appropriate Individualized Education Programs (IAIEPs). This position will support selected districts with implementation of training principles through interpreting directives, assessing performance, designing and/or delivering training, direct observation, coaching, and evaluating. Early Childhood Regional Access Coaches/Specialists will work with selected Early Childhood Access for All districts to provide support for educators and district leaders being trained on developmentally appropriate practices, for students ages 3-5, including access to high-quality inclusive environments, social-emotional supports, and instruction. The Regional Access Coaches will collaborate with teachers and district leaders to impact educators across the state over the duration of this project. This position will require working from a home office and frequent travel to assigned districts in TN. This is a grant-funded position with an anticipated funding end date of June 30, 2027.