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Core4ce Careers is seeking a Head Start Center Director to oversee day‑to‑day operations, ensuring integrated services aligned with performance standards. You will manage enrollment, center purchasing and community involvement, while supervising staff and coordinating with parents and local organizations.
The role emphasizes collaboration across work plans, family engagement, health and nutrition, and administration, with a focus on consistency and high service quality.
Collaborate with Services Specialists to insure an integrated balance of Head Start/Early Head Start services as per the program work plans to meet Head Start/Early Head Start performance standards. Manage community relations, center community activities, recruitment, enrollment and center purchasing. Manage and supervise the Head Start/Early Head Start center's day-to-day operations and facilitate the involvement of parents and community members in the Head Start/Early Head Start program.
Delegate appropriate activities to support staff
Perform other duties as assigned
Baccalaureate in a related field or a combination of related education and experience
Two years of experience supervising a staff of at least two
Experience working in a social service related field
Extensive involvement in community activities
Ability to communicate in writing
Complete criminal record check from Department of Health & Welfare’s Criminal History Unit prior to consideration for hire
Ability to communicate in Spanish or another language used by area families
Knowledge/experience in a Head Start specific setting
Current or former Head Start/Early Head Start parent
Ability to achieve consensus among varied groups