Head Start Site Coordinator - Early Head Start Infant/Toddler

MAHUBE-OTWA, Community Action Partnership, Inc; Detroit Lakes (MN); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision

Retirement Plan

PTO

Job summary

MAHUBE-OTWA invites applications for a Head Start Site Coordinator to supervise educational and family support services across HS/EHS centers in Becker and Mahnomen counties, MN.

This full-time, non-exempt role offers 40 hours/week with occasional travel within five counties and optional one day remote. You will ensure compliance with Head Start standards, licensing and agency policies while leading staff and partnering with families to empower children and communities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities with families and staff.
• Knowledge of health, nutrition and developmentally appropriate practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise Head Start services to ensure quality education, health, nutrition, and family support.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start standards, Minnesota licensing, and CACFP requirements.
• Lead staff and train parents and staff to support program goals.
• May travel within a five-county area; remote work up to one day/week.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Staff training

Education

Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field

Job description

Description

MAHUBE-OTWA is actively recruiting a Head Start Site Coordinator. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to coordinate and supervise the delivery of educational and/or family support services provided in Head Start (HS) /Early Head Start (EHS) centers.

Coordinates and supervises assigned Head Start services to ensure quality education, health, nutrition, and family support for enrolled children and families. Ensures compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards, applicable Minnesota DCYF licensing requirements, CACFP requirements, and agency policies while supporting the Whole Family Approach.

Pay: $28.39 - $29.91

Schedule: Non-Exempt, Day Shift, Monday – Friday, 40 hours/week, full time, year-round with 2 one-week layoffs, and reduced summer hours for two months at 32 hours

Remote Work: Possible One Day Per Week Remote, may travel within our 5-county area (Mahnomen, Hubbard, Becker, Otter Tail, and Wadena)

Location(s): Becker County and Mahnomen County in Minnesota

Benefits: Health & Dental Insurance, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Holiday Pay, PTO and more…

Why join the MAHUBE-OTWA family?

Be part of our team of passionate, purpose-driven colleagues who believe in our Agency values - Client Focused, Community Minded and Resourceful. Help us achieve our Mission to empower people to achieve self-sufficiency. Make a lasting impact in the fight against poverty and homelessness. Make a difference in the lives of others. Help us deliver tangible results that empower people and strengthen our communities.

EEO Statement

MAHUBE-OTWA will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance. We will ensure that all our employment practices are free of discrimination. Such employment practices include, but are not limited to, the following: hiring, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, selection, layoff, disciplinary action, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship. We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities whenever possible.

Requirements

Qualifications include but are not limited to:

• Assignment Specific Qualification Requirements:
  Minimum education and credential requirements depend on the employee’s assigned program option and classroom age group. Employees must meet all applicable Head Start Program Performance Standards, Minnesota DCYF licensing requirements, and MAHUBE-OTWA requirements.

Center-Based Coordinator – Head Start Preschool or Early Head Start Infant/Toddler: Associate degree or higher in

Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.

Family Child Care Coordinator: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a

related field.

• Grade Level Based On Education/Credentials:

Grade 13: Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or another qualifying related field.

Grade 14: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or another qualifying related field.

• Five years of experience delivering comprehensive services to children from birth through age five and their families, including planning, organizing, and supervisory skills, or a demonstrated ability to fulfill the job responsibilities.
• Knowledge of health, nutrition, family systems, early childhood development, and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Must be able to make decisions relating to program operations.
• Ability to develop an effective working relationship with partners.
• Must possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills and demonstrate resourcefulness, flexibility, adaptability, and commitment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must be able to train parents and staff with the ability to express and exchange ideas and provide instructions to clients, the public, or other employees.
• Must be able and willing to make home visits.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, a good driving record, and a willingness to use a personal vehicle in the course of employment.
• Must successfully complete all background studies and checks required by Minnesota law and federal Head Start standards.
• Maintain a positive attitude, exhibit professionalism and respect in working and communicating with Head Start staff, families, children, and community partners. Work to develop a positive team approach to meeting the needs of children and families.