Head Start Center Supervisor

Brightpoint; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpoint is seeking a Head Start Center Supervisor in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This role involves managing an early childhood education site, ensuring compliance with performance standards, and supervising site staff. The ideal candidate should have an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and three years of experience in the field.

The Supervisor will ensure quality programming, perform site recruitment, and maintain proper facility conditions. Candidates must have strong communication skills and attention to detail, with certification in CPR/First Aid required within twelve months.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• Three years' experience in the early childhood profession.
• Must become CPR/FA certified within twelve (12) months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the Head Start Center.
• Collaborate with the Trauma Resilience Coach and other staff.
• Ensure quality Early Childhood Education programming.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Head Start Center Supervisor is responsible for managing, organizing, executing, facilitating, and directing the necessary functions of an individual Brightpoint Head Start site. The position is responsible for assuring the implementation of quality early childhood programing and family engagement within the Head Start site. Supervises site staff as assigned with the exception of Family Advocates assigned to that site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for monitoring and implementing Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, Licensing requirements, policies, procedures and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the Head Start Center
• Must work collaboratively with the Trauma Resilience Coach, Early Head Start Assistant Manager and Head Start Education Manager
• Responsible for ensuring that there is a quality Early Childhood Education program at the assigned site
• Responsible for the monitoring of Head Start classrooms
• Perform the duties of a Teacher at a single classroom site
• Must work with landlord at each site to ensure a harmonious relationship in the best interest of the Head Start program
• Ensure that assigned site is maintained properly; classrooms are clean and orderly, equipment and supplies are monitored, and the facility is safe for staff and children
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring appropriate in-kind at the site
• Responsible for completing required program reports
• At the Brightpoint Hanna Creighton site, oversee the voucher process assuring that attendance is entered correctly
• Assist in site recruitment efforts; assuring full enrollment
• Ensure classrooms demonstrate the adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the benchmark of Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3)
• Ensure that confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times

MANAGEMENT ROLE

• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to Center Support Supervisor (at larger sites), Teachers, Teacher Assistants, Food Service and Custodian

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

ELIGIBILITY REQUIRMENTS

• Minimum of an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent. A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent preferred and 9 credits in administration, leadership, or management preferred.
• Three years' experience in the early childhood profession
• Two years' experience in an administrative/supervisory position preferred
• Experience with accreditation and Indiana State Licensing attainment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Exhibit strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail with ability to perform assignments efficiently and accurately
• Must become CPR/FA certified within twelve (12) months of employment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Basic computer and mathematics skills.
• When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance.