Head Start Regional Coordinator

mmcaa; Farwell (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

mmcaa is seeking a qualified professional to manage the Head Start program in Farwell, Michigan. This role involves developing, supervising, and ensuring compliance with program standards and mandates while providing training and evaluation for staff.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 2 years of experience working with young children and families, along with effective leadership skills. A commitment to family service and community engagement is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years working with young children and families.
• Effective supervisory skills for at least 5 years.
• Knowledge of Head Start performance standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and implementation of Head Start program.
• Conduct performance evaluations for designated staff.
• Provide training and support for site staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Child Development Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education

Associates degree in related field with 5 years' experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

General Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development, supervision, coordination, and implementation of the Head Start program in designated area as required by the Head Start Performance Standards and state and federal mandates.
• Ensure quality program service delivery.
• Protect the privacy of customers/families and hold in confidence all information obtained in the course of service.

Specific Duties:

• Develop and maintain procedures for documentation, multi-disciplinary tea, information, and tracking systems for site staff.
• Responsible for ensuring all aspects of program compliance are met.
• Assist teaching teams with child and family development goals utilizing a strength based, culturally sensitive approach through reflective and case management.
• Support teaching teams in advocating for the families as deemed appropriate and make appropriate referrals and/or contact for resources with collaborating professionals and agencies.
• Provide ongoing documented monitoring of classrooms utilizing the CLASS, PQA and program designed observation tools.
• Work collaboratively with the management team in meeting program and overall monthly, quarterly, and annual goals and objectives.
• Responsible for ensuring all aspects of program compliance are met.
• Provide direct supervision of designated site staff.
• Follow interview procedures when a staff vacancy occurs.
• Facilitate a comprehensive orientation for new site staff.
• Perform 90 day and annual performance evaluations of designated staff.
• Effectively communicate, in a timely manner between site staff and management/management and site staff.
• Provide program and agency presentations to community partners.
• Responsible for training and ongoing support of designated staff.
• Collect, review, and analyze data for program reporting and continuous improvement.
• Accurately complete required program documentation and record keeping in a neat and timely manner.
• Work collaboratively with ECS Management Team to make sure all areas of service are in compliance and continually improving.
• Recruit families and promote agency programs within the community.
• Participate in personal and professional development activities, including staff meetings, conferences, training opportunities, as identified and approved by supervisors.
• Occasionally attend community events and meetings to support the agency programs outside of typical work hours.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or another related field with a minimum of 2 years working with young children and their families.
• Will consider Associates degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or another related field with a minimum of 5 years working with young children and their families OR a CDA with a minimum of 10 years working with young children and their families.
• Minimum of 5 years of effective supervisory skills.
• Preschool/Head Start experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the Head Start performance standards preferred.
• Must complete 16 hours of annual training in addition to CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training.
• Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire or first available session thereafter.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated ability as a strength based leader.
• Demonstrated ability to present information to community groups.
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum/Teaching Strategies Gold/Child Plus experience preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Possess a solid knowledge base with respect to child development and family services and seek to expand knowledge at every opportunity.
• Complete additional certifications as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and code of ethics at all times.
• Must have Proficient Computer Skills. (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet)
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, provide proof of insurance, and MMCAA’s “Insurance Carriers” driving record review.
• Successfully complete required background checks at time of hire and when requested.
• Shall provide written report by a physician stating their physical capability and freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
• Must have good communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively with people.
• Must be self-directed and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Must possess the ability to prioritize and complete tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allocated time frames.
• Must be willing to accept new challenges.
• The ability to navigate and effectively resolve conflict.
• The job duties require a working cell phone for accessibility to supervisors, clients, or co-worker or to enhance personal safety while away from the office location. The agency will provide a cell phone as needed.
• Must comply with Agency tobacco free and drug free policies.
• Understand the importance of daily work attendance, and its impact on coworkers, clients, and the agency