Head Start Center Leader - Operations & Compliance

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Eden (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GenerationEd seeks a Center Director to lead a Head Start/Early Head Start center in North Carolina, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and building strong relationships with families. This on-site leader supervises staff, oversees curriculum implementation, and serves as the site liaison for center activities and partnerships.

The role emphasizes staff development, performance evaluations, data reporting, and collaboration with regulatory agencies to maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Level 3 administration credential.
• 3 years’ experience in early childhood program administration or leadership, preferably in Head Start/Early Head Start.

Responsibilities

• On-Site Leadership and Operations: Must be physically present during program hours to support children, families, staff, and visitors.
• Oversee staffing and compliance with staff-child ratio requirements and classroom operations with developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Conduct monthly classroom observations (video and in-person) to monitor quality, interactions, routines, and supervision.
• Participate in CLASS observations and quality monitoring; ensure licensing, sanitation, and safety standards are met.
• Lead staff supervision, professional development plans, and annual performance evaluations; manage attendance and training requirements.

Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Teamwork

Collaboration

Integrity

Effective Communication

Initiative

Quality and Timeliness

Team Development

Leadership

Cost Consciousness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field

Level 3 administration credential

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

GenerationEd seeks a Center Director to lead a Head Start/Early Head Start center in North Carolina, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and building strong relationships with families. This on-site leader supervises staff, oversees curriculum implementation, and serves as the site liaison for center activities and partnerships.

The role emphasizes staff development, performance evaluations, data reporting, and collaboration with regulatory agencies to maintain