ELSI Outreach Coordinator/Mentor Coach

ELSI Outreach Coordinator/Mentor Coach

Oregon State University

Department: Public Hlth/HumanSci Adm (HHS)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Oregon

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: $72,000 - $82,000

Job Summary:

The Halle E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families within the College of Health is seeking an Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI ) Outreach Coordinator/Mentor Coach. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Outreach Coordinator will work as a mentor coach with the Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI , website: https://health.oregonstate.edu/elsi) at Oregon State University (OSU ) as part of the https://health.oregonstate.edu/elsi/coaching/coaching-resources. The mentor coaches within the ELSI Coaching Core are responsible for implementing and refining a mentor coaching framework, aimed at supporting early childhood coaches in their work with a focus on anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion. The ELSI Coaching Core also is responsible for the development and implementation of coaching competencies and a competency-based system (https://health.oregonstate.edu/elsi/coaching/competencies/oregon) to support coaches in job-embedded professional development and endorsements to increase effective coaching practices for coaches supporting educators in early childhood programs across the state (e.g., Oregon Preschool Promise [PSP ], Oregon Prenatal to Kindergarten [OPK ], infant-toddler programs).

This position will serve as a mentor coach, who joins an existing team of ELSI mentor coaches, to provide coaching to infant-toddler technical assistant specialists within Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR &R) agencies in Oregon. These Oregon Department of Early Learning (DELC ) funded Infant-Toddler technical assistant specialists support infant toddler educators in many ways—from quality initiatives to coaching on teaching practices. The mentor coach will serve these coaching needs and have knowledge of additional roles and responsibilities for infant-toddler technical assistant specialists. Coaching will be aligned with the ELSI mentor coaching framework, which includes activities such as lead communities of practice, one-to-one meetings with coaches using reflective dialogue, and apply principles of Practice-Based Coaching and the Oregon Coaching Competencies; all through a relationship-based, anti-racist and trauma-informed lens. The mentor coach will support the professional development of a diverse and multilingual cadre of infant-toddler technical assistant specialists housed across the state within CCR &R agencies. The mentor coach will support coaches’ professional growth and continuous quality improvement, particularly through supporting coaches’ goal-directed professional development using strategies such as motivational interviewing. They will also consider frameworks such as the Circle of Security and the Zero to Three Critical Competencies for Infant-Toddler Educators™ in their support of Infant-Toddler technical assistant specialists. The mentor coach will support professional development effort for coaches’ by working in collaboration with the Coaching Core team and other ELSI staff to create and update resources and support the development, modification, and delivery of trainings and/or resources focused on the Oregon Coaching Competencies. They will also coordinate with DELC and the DELC Infant-Toddler Specialist to support professional development for technical assistant specialists that encompasses multiple aspects of the specialist position

The mentor coach will be affiliated with the Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families and the School of Human Development and Family Sciences within OSU’s College of Health.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

75% – Program Development and Management:

• Engage in the refinement of ELSI’s mentor coaching framework with a particular emphasis on infant-toddler needs. Provide leadership and collaboration with infant toddler technical assistant specialists within CCR &Rs that support diverse infant toddler educators across the state.

• Assist in the development of resources for infant toddler technical assistant specialists and coaches to meet the varying and culturally informed needs of professionals working alongside ELSI faculty and staff (including a team of mentor coaches).

• Lead efforts in the successful implementation of the mentor coaching framework for Oregon’s infant toddler technical assistant specialists who support infant-toddler educators, including:

• Co-facilitate a monthly community of practice for coaches and 1:1 meetings with infant toddler technical assistant specialists to facilitate continuous quality improvement regarding infant toddler technical assistant specialists’ goals.

• Co-develop professional development resources and align mentor coach activities to increase coaching competencies in infant toddler technical assistant specialists and coaches, and review resources and activities for infant-toddler relevance (e.g., Circle of Security).

• Engage in professional development and growth to build skills outlined in the mentor coaching framework, Oregon Coaching Competencies, and infant-toddler frameworks (e.g., Circle of Security, Zero to Three Zero to Three Critical Competencies for Infant-Toddler Educators™).

15% – Program Coordination and Communication:

• Co-deliver professional development for a diverse group of infant toddler technical assistant specialists in Oregon focused on Practice Based Coaching, Oregon Coaching Competencies, and/or infant-toddler frameworks and their application within coaching (e.g., Circle of Security, Zero to Three Zero to Three Critical Competencies for Infant-Toddler Educators™. Assist in the communication efforts of these PD opportunities to coaches in collaboration with faculty lead and Coaching Core Coordinator.

• Co-develop professional development opportunities to meet the emerging needs of infant toddler technical assistant specialists, coaches, and grant-deliverables. Align the needs with the Coaching Competencies (e.g., culturally responsive practices).

• Track deadlines, interpret information, and respond to inquiries related to mentor coaching activities from ELSI OSU team and community partners.

• Work with Coaching Core team and faculty lead to resolve problems related to coaching and prioritize issues for follow-up.

• Collaborate with DELC’s Infant Toddler Specialist and Coaching Core team leads to align and support efforts for infant toddler technical assistant specialists.

• Develop and review the need for new policies and procedures routinely.

• Assist with publications, deliverables, and reports as requested by faculty lead.

10% – Gather and Analyze Data:

• Participate in data collection and coordinate data entry and management related to coaching activities as well as evaluation of these efforts, including confidential data.

• Analyze and use data to inform activities within the mentor coaching framework and/or to identify gaps in professional development for coaches and/or infant toddler technical assistant specialists.

• Collect, maintain, and organize data, electronic and written files for the project as related to mentor coach activities.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Child Development, Human Development and Family Sciences, Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, or related field.

• Demonstrated skills in project organization.

• Ability to interact and communicate successfully and inclusively, both in writing and verbally, with a broad and diverse audience in a professional manner.

• Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams, and to contribute to an inclusive team culture where all individuals feel valued and respected.

• Strong oral and written English communication skills.

• Ability to work independently in an environment with limited supervision.

• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate effectively, including collaboratively developing and editing materials, curriculum, and/or presentations in a respectful and inclusive manner.

• Prior work and/or experience with diverse early care and education settings serving infants and/or toddlers.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

• Experience providing training (e.g., workshops) and/or technical assistance (e.g., navigating licensing requirements) to diverse groups of infant-toddler educators

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience as a coach for early childhood educators.

• Strong oral and written Spanish communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to engage Spanish-speaking audiences through the utilization of bi-literate and bicultural skills, and culturally responsive practices.

• Experience developing and delivering professional development workshops for diverse groups of adult learners, including communities of color and people that hold identities that have been historically underrepresented and underserved.

• Experience using Practice-Based Coaching.

• Self-motivated, reflective, and high emotional intelligence and resilience.

• Experience with Circle of Security, Zero to Three Critical Competencies for Infant-Toddler Educators™, and/or Pyramid Model in infant-toddler settings

• Experience with motivational interviewing

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• This position requires travel to attend meetings and deliver workshops.

• This position will be required to travel to the OSU Campus in Corvallis, OR approximately 6 times/year to attend in person meetings, deliver workshops in person, etc.

• This is a hybrid position for an employee who resides within the Pacific Northwest

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 01, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

Bridget Hatfield

bridget.hatfield@oregonstate.edu

541-737-6438

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

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