Head Start Center Director — Lead Operations & Child Safety

Ultipro; Sealy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

MET's Early Head Start program seeks a Center Director to oversee daily operations, maintain compliance with standards, and ensure safety for all children enrolled. The role requires strong organization, independent decision-making within policy guidelines, effective communication, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement; travel within the area may be required.

The candidate will coordinate staff, monitor data collection, and lead reflective supervision to drive program enhancements

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Science, Public Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working with families and young children.
• Pass criminal background check; drug and alcohol testing program compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain effective EHS center operation per standards.
• Ensure health and safety of all children enrolled.
• Exercise independence in decision-making within policy guidelines.
• Detail-oriented, well-organized with strong communication skills.

Skills

Independent decisions

Multi-tasking

Conflict resolution

Physical stamina

Data collection

Quality improvement

Reflective supervision

Education

Associate degree in ECE or related

Tools

MS Office

Job description

MET's Early Head Start program seeks a Center Director to oversee daily operations, maintain compliance with standards, and ensure safety for all children enrolled. The role requires strong organization, independent decision-making within policy guidelines, effective communication, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement; travel within the area may be required.

The candidate will coordinate staff, monitor data collection, and lead reflective supervision to drive program enhancements