Early Childhood Program Leader – Head Start & GSRP

Saginaw Intermediate School District; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Saginaw Intermediate School District is seeking a Preschool Manager to oversee GSRP and Head Start compliance across community and district sites. The role includes instructional leadership, staff supervision, and collaboration with LEAs and families to ensure high-quality early learning.

Responsibilities include monitoring curriculum fidelity, enrollment eligibility, and ongoing CQI plans while coordinating with district administration and partners.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Development or closely related field.
• Six months experience working with preschool children preferred.
• Must be willing to obtain Basic First Aid and CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation and compliance of GSRP and Head Start standards.
• Coach and mentor Head Start and LEA staff for curriculum fidelity.
• Monitor program quality using assessment tools and data to drive improvements.
• Prepare reports for grants, audits, and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Staff supervision

Collaboration with LEAs

Data-driven decision making

Education

Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Development

First Aid & CPR Certification

Tools

COR Advantage

CLASS

Creative Curriculum

Teaching Strategies Gold

Job description

Saginaw Intermediate School District is seeking a Preschool Manager to oversee GSRP and Head Start compliance across community and district sites. The role includes instructional leadership, staff supervision, and collaboration with LEAs and families to ensure high-quality early learning.

Responsibilities include monitoring curriculum fidelity, enrollment eligibility, and ongoing CQI plans while coordinating with district administration and partners.