Head Start Program Director & Education Leader

CDI Head Start; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 61,880 - 83,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Loan forgiveness programs

Tuition assistance

Paid trainings

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Travel medical support

Job summary

CDI Head Start in Kokomo, Indiana, seeks a qualified Program Director/Education Manager to oversee daily operations of our Head Start program, with a focus on early childhood education and general management.

The role requires leading staff recruitment, program administration, fiscal oversight, and strong communication with families, stakeholders, and community partners, while guiding teaching practices through collaboration with teachers and administrators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ECE or CD or equivalent with staff supervision experience.
• Must meet state licensing requirements or be able to do so within 30 days.
• Experience in supervision, fiscal management and administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and administration of the Head Start program.
• Recruit, supervise, and develop Head Start staff and ensure educational goals are met.
• Manage property maintenance, marketing, communications, and stakeholder relations.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to improve teaching practices and outcomes.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget/financial management

Administration

Marketing and communications

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

BA with 18 ECE/CD credits

Job description

CDI Head Start in Kokomo, Indiana, seeks a qualified Program Director/Education Manager to oversee daily operations of our Head Start program, with a focus on early childhood education and general management.

The role requires leading staff recruitment, program administration, fiscal oversight, and strong communication with families, stakeholders, and community partners, while guiding teaching practices through collaboration with teachers and administrators.