Mentor/Evaluator

Negotiable

Applicants are required to hold a minimum of a BA/BS degree in early childhood education or a
related field. An advanced degree is preferred. Candidates must hold an NC Professional
Educator License in the area of B-K. Candidates need to have spent at least three years as a
lead teacher in an early childhood classroom and have experience with the NC teacher
education and licensure system. Candidates must also possess knowledge of and experience
with policies set by the State Board of Education ( SBE) and the Department of Public Instruction
( DPI). Candidates must also demonstrate prior experience in training, mentoring, and evaluating
NC B-K licensed early childhood educators, either at the pre-service and/or in-service level.

Professional Knowledge - In child development and application of theory; adult learning theory and evidence-based practices in designing and delivering effective professional development; NC Professional Teaching Standards; NC Department of Public Instruction's Educator Effectiveness System; NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development; NC Pre-K and Developmental Day Program Requirements; NC State Board of Education Teacher Licensure Policy: Beginning Teacher Support Program; NC Department of Public Instruction's Mentor Standards and knowledge about NC educator licensure requirements. Knowledge of the EESLPD Framework (procedures, guidelines and implementation) is preferred. Technical Knowledge: Ability to use the NC Department of Public Instruction's Home Base/NC Educator Effectiveness System, database spreadsheets, Power Point presentations and Blogs. Skill for using technology and computer in daily work with teachers and colleagues. Strong oral and written communication skills- Ability to nurture, listen, guide, coach, support adults and build on strengths. Exceptional interpersonal skills - Ability to actively participate as a member of a mentor-teachers-evaluator team and a regional structure to meet program goals. Teamwork is essential to this position. Building collaborative partnerships - with site administrators and technical assistance professionals across sectors to support coordination of effective mentoring, coaching and evaluation of teachers being served. Ability to facilitate Professional Learning Communities - effectively support evidence-based teaching practices resulting in positive outcomes for children.

The Mentor/Evaluator serves as a pivotal support figure for designated nonpublic early
childhood education lead teachers, specifically those holding or eligible for the NC B-K License.
Entrusted with the responsibility of upholding the highest standards of educational excellence,
this role ensures the promotion of developmentally appropriate practices within classrooms.
Utilizing the NC Educator Evaluation System ( NCEES), the Mentor/Evaluator guarantees high
quality classroom instruction aligned with the NC Professional Teaching Standards. This
position is committed to delivering mentoring and evaluation services in adherence to the
guidelines and procedures set forth by the EES Office, always in accordance with the NCSBE
and DPI policies.

Performs other duties as assigned.
The candidate must reside in Gaston County or in one of the surrounding or adjacent counties

NC Birth through Kindergarten Continuing Licensure

* Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker's Compensation provisions.

However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions or designated as variable hour worker - i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan and will be notified of instructions.

*Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan