Head Start Classroom Support & Training Lead

Northern Arizona Council of Governments; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Arizona State Retirement (ASRS)

Paid sick leave & holidays

Job summary

Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG) in Flagstaff, AZ seeks an Education Specialist to support Head Start classroom staff, ensuring high-quality early childhood education and adherence to program policies. The role involves coaching, observations, and coordinating professional development to improve classroom outcomes.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (or CDA/certification) and the ability to earn the degree within 18 months, plus background

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and 3–5 years classroom experience, or 5 years with a CDA or equivalent certification and ability to earn the degree within 18 months.
• Criminal Background Check required.
• Motor Vehicle Report (annual) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to classroom staff in development and implementation of policies and procedures to maintain high-quality classrooms and positive child outcomes.
• Conduct classroom observations to develop and implement program policies and procedures.
• Assist in creating action plans to implement policies ensuring high quality, continuity of care.
• Mentor classroom staff with effective management strategies in line with policies.
• Interpret written program policies and guidelines for staff goals.
• Provide training to Center Directors to ensure staff can support policies.
• Meet with Head Start teaching staff to set training goals for professional development.
• Facilitate staff training to meet development needs and continuity of care.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports to guide administrators and field staff.
• Develop and maintain schedules for on-site visits across the region.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Business acumen

Communication

Cultural competence

Public speaking

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA or equivalent certificate

Job description

Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG) in Flagstaff, AZ seeks an Education Specialist to support Head Start classroom staff, ensuring high-quality early childhood education and adherence to program policies. The role involves coaching, observations, and coordinating professional development to improve classroom outcomes.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (or CDA/certification) and the ability to earn the degree within 18 months, plus background