Head Start Education Manager - Part-Time (25 hrs/wk)

MIDCOAST MAINE COMMUNITY ACTION; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Midcoast Maine Community Action is seeking an Education Manager for the Head Start program in Bath, ME. This part-time role (25 hours/week) involves updating the annual education plan, coordinating with staff and families, and overseeing curriculum implementation with an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has a BA in Early Childhood Education (MA preferred), 3+ years in a related role, and strong data analysis, grant, and supervision experience. Travel and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required; master’s preferred.
• At least three years in a related role; five years preferred.
• Experience with curriculum planning and teacher training.
• Experience supervising employees; administrative and grant-related experience preferred.
• Proficiency with computers and common software; data analysis for program improvement is required.

Responsibilities

• Update the annual education plan with Disabilities & Mental Health Manager, Policy Council, parents, and staff.
• Plan the educational program with an interdisciplinary team and oversee implementation.
• Represent MMCA’s Head Start program at community meetings and task forces.
• Review and evaluate programs with parents, Policy Council, and staff to ensure quality.
• Conduct classroom visits and provide on-site consultation to teaching staff.
• Partner with teaching staff to address behavioral or learning concerns and advise strategies.
• Gather and analyze information for school-readiness reports with the Mental Health & Disabilities Manager.
• Oversee the implementation and operation of the home-based curriculum.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Teacher training

Data analysis

Program management

Behavior support

Administrative tasks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Child assessment databases

Data reporting

Job description

Midcoast Maine Community Action is seeking an Education Manager for the Head Start program in Bath, ME. This part-time role (25 hours/week) involves updating the annual education plan, coordinating with staff and families, and overseeing curriculum implementation with an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has a BA in Early Childhood Education (MA preferred), 3+ years in a related role, and strong data analysis, grant, and supervision experience. Travel and background checks are required.