Head Start & Early Learning Division Leader

Child-Focu; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Focus in Cincinnati seeks an Early Learning Division Officer to provide strategic leadership and oversight of Head Start, Early Head Start, Child Care, Before and After School, and Work Readiness programs. Based in Cincinnati, this role drives program quality, compliance, and community engagement.

Bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ supervisory/administrative experience in early childhood or program administration are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum five years’ supervisory/administrative experience in early childhood or program administration.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, grant management, and child development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight to all Early Learning Programs.
• Monitor compliance with regulations and implement a quality assurance system.
• Evaluate growth opportunities and design responsive programs; pursue funding opportunities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Compliance management

Grant writing

Budget oversight

Team supervision

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development/Social Work/Psychology

Job description

Child Focus in Cincinnati seeks an Early Learning Division Officer to provide strategic leadership and oversight of Head Start, Early Head Start, Child Care, Before and After School, and Work Readiness programs. Based in Cincinnati, this role drives program quality, compliance, and community engagement.

Bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ supervisory/administrative experience in early childhood or program administration are required.