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Kidango

Provides preschool and early learning services

Coach – Pyramid Model

Full-TimePosted on 10/1/2026
$82.9k
Mid
Bachelor's
Fremont, CA, USA
Remote

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, psychology, social work, or a related field is required.
  • At least 3–5 years of experience working with young children in early childhood settings.
  • Strong knowledge of child development, social-emotional learning, and evidence-based behavior support practices.
  • Experience in coaching, mentoring, or adult learning strategies.
  • Ability to collect, analyze, and apply data to support instructional practice.
  • Completion of the CCL Record Keeping Component and 16 hours of health and safety training, including 1 hour of nutrition training.
  • Must be able to work during Kidango’s core work hours and a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
  • Must pass a health screening and TB test.
  • Must pass background fingerprint clearance.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds may be needed during some job duties.
  • Must be able to use hands for computer work and answering phone calls; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Responsibilities
  • Provide coaching to teachers and staff using Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) strategies.
  • Support classroom teams in implementing Pyramid Model practices.
  • Model effective instructional and social-emotional strategies, and provide actionable feedback to improve classroom practices and child outcomes.
  • Plan and facilitate professional development sessions for staff aligned to the Pyramid Model, including behavior supports, relationships, and inclusive practices.
  • Design and deliver family workshops and learning opportunities that help parents understand and apply Pyramid Model strategies at home to support children’s social-emotional development.
  • Partner with leadership to develop, implement, and sustain a program-wide Pyramid Model implementation plan.
  • Monitor and support fidelity of implementation using the TPOT and TPITOS Benchmarks of Quality, ensuring consistent and high-quality practices across sites.
  • Support alignment and integration of Pyramid Model practices with curriculum, assessment systems such as DRDP, and regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Contribute to building and maintaining a positive program climate grounded in equity, inclusion, culturally and linguistically responsive practices, and strong adult-child relationships.
  • Collect, review, and analyze coaching, fidelity, and child outcome data to inform coaching plans, program decisions, and continuous quality improvement.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of coaching sessions, action plans, and staff progress.
  • Prepare reports for leadership, stakeholders, and funders, highlighting progress, outcomes, and areas for growth.
  • Collaborate with teachers, Center Directors, Regional Directors, and cross-functional teams to ensure consistent implementation and support.
  • Partner with families by providing guidance, resources, and workshops that strengthen their understanding of social-emotional development and behavior support strategies.
  • Support connections between school and home by reinforcing consistent approaches across environments.
  • Participate in professional learning communities, regional cohorts, and state or national Pyramid Model initiatives to stay aligned with best practices and emerging research.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior coaching or mentoring experience is strongly preferred.
  • Bilingual ability is a plus.

About the company

Kidango operates preschools and early learning centers in five California counties, serving more than 4,000 children with a focus on education and health supports for all families. Its centers offer age-appropriate curricula, meals, health screenings, and family engagement activities in a nonprofit model that helps subsidize costs and reach more children. Unlike for-profit providers, Kidango emphasizes universal access and equity by delivering education and health services at scale. The goal is to give every child equal opportunities for kindergarten readiness and a lifelong love of learning.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Fremont, California

Founded

1979

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What believers are saying

  • Kidango’s Toyon Early Learning Center opened June 2026, adding 150 seats in San Jose.
  • California’s 2026-2027 budget preserved early education funding and included a 2.41% COLA.
  • Kidango remains over 500 staff strong, signaling continued operating scale despite layoffs.

What critics are saying

  • Kidango filed 2026 WARN notices cutting 71 workers across Fremont, Hayward, and San Jose.
  • Federal child care funding freezes hit Kidango directly; Scott Moore warned of devastating effects in January 2026.
  • Kidango’s public funding dependence makes Sacramento budget shifts an existential revenue risk.

What makes Kidango unique

  • Kidango serves 4,000 children daily across 54 Bay Area centers, unusually scaled for nonprofits.
  • Kidango opened San Jose’s first multilingual early learning campus with Berryessa USD and libraries.
  • Kidango’s wraparound model targets low-income families, blending preschool, childcare, and family support.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours