Head Start ECE Program Leader

Easterseals Southern California; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals Southern California seeks an experienced Early Childhood Education leader to oversee Head Start and Early Head Start programs at multiple sites in Southern California. You will design and deliver training, monitor curriculum implementation, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in ECE or related field, a Site Supervisor Permit or higher, and experience supervising educators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development or special education.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Possession of a Child Development Site Supervisor Permit or higher in compliance with Title 5 or 24 units ECE/CD.
• Must obtain and maintain certification to all screenings and assessments used by the ESSC Education department within 18 months of hire.
• Must complete California-mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training.
• Food Handler Certification (ANSI).
• Pesticide Safety Training (Healthy Schools Act).

Responsibilities

• Leads monthly meetings with ECE managers to ensure regional alignment of performance, policies, procedures and goals.
• Designs, develops, and delivers training programs for educators and professionals.
• Supervises mentoring of Teachers Coaches and oversees School Readiness Outcomes and assessments.
• Ensures high-quality, safe environments and engaging spaces for children.
• Collaborates with directors and staff to support program improvement and budget planning.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's in ECE/related

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Easterseals Southern California seeks an experienced Early Childhood Education leader to oversee Head Start and Early Head Start programs at multiple sites in Southern California. You will design and deliver training, monitor curriculum implementation, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in ECE or related field, a Site Supervisor Permit or higher, and experience supervising educators.