Head Start Director: Lead a Multidisciplinary Early Ed Team

Action Inc.; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life 보험

Montana Public Employees Retirement (P

Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

Professional development andLeadership

Job summary

Action Inc. seeks an exceptional Head Start Director to lead its Head Start Program in Southwest Montana. You will guide a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family support services.

This role emphasizes strong partnerships with families and community agencies to improve outcomes for children. The Head Start Director will ensure federal compliance, manage program operations, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Human Services, Public Administration, Business Administration, or closely related field.
• Experience supervising staff and managing nonprofit programs.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret federal Head Start standards and organizational policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team of ~40 staff, fostering trust, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Ensure Head Start program compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and grant requirements.
• Oversee education, health, nutrition, transportation, family engagement, enrollment, and services.
• Develop and manage program budgets with Fiscal Department, ensuring prudent use of public funds.
• Build partnerships with families, community organizations, and local agencies.
• Coach and develop managers and staff for professional growth and high-quality services.
• Collaborate with Policy Council, Executive Leadership Team and partners.
• Maintain safe, welcoming facilities and learning environments.

Skills

Staff leadership

Budget management

Program administration

Federal regulations

Communication

Leadership coaching

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Action Inc. seeks an exceptional Head Start Director to lead its Head Start Program in Southwest Montana. You will guide a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family support services.

This role emphasizes strong partnerships with families and community agencies to improve outcomes for children. The Head Start Director will ensure federal compliance, manage program operations, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and