Head Start Supervisor of Special Services

Chester County Intermediate Unit; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) seeks a Head Start Supervisor of Special Services to lead the program’s screening, special education and behavioral support services. This 260-day, full-time role operates under the Division of Student Services, ensuring compliance with Head Start standards and coordinating with ABA Clinics and Preschool Special Education teams.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coaching on evidence-based instruction, collaborating with families, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Services, Human Resources, or a closely related field required.
• Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of operating grants strongly preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Current police, child abuse, and FBI fingerprint clearances within 1 year required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise screening, special education, and behavioral supports in Head Start.
• Develop relationships with families and guide referral/evaluation process.
• Train and supervise staff to implement specially designed instruction.
• Oversee behavior management protocols.
• Coordinate with Behavior Consultant for rapid response.
• Contribute to budget, grants, and partnerships.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Head Start Supervisor of Special Services JobID: 4559

• Date Posted:
  9/8/2026
• Location:
  Gordon Early Literacy Center
• Closing Date:
  09/21/2026

A vacancyexists for full-time Head Start Special Services Supervisor within the Head Start Program in the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. This is a 260day position.The Head Start Special Services Supervisor has the overall responsibility for supervising the special services aspects of the Head Start program to ensure compliance with the Head Start Act of 2007 and the Performance Standards.

Are you motivated to create brighter futures for students, families, and the entire community? If so, we want you on Team CCIU! At theCCIU,we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication,and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day,and we know that achieving success together takes a team approach!

We strive to hire exceptional, motivated,and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond.

Summary:

The Head Start Supervisor of Special Services provides leadership and oversight of the program's screening, special education, and behavioral support services, ensuring compliance with CCIU and Office of Head Start requirements. This role supervises, coaches, and develops staff; supports families throughout the referral and evaluation process; oversees behavior management and disability services; and collaborates with the CCIU's ABA Clinics, Preschool Special Education, Behavior Consultants, Data Specialists, and other program teams to address student needs and improve outcomes. The position also contributes to professional development, data monitoring, Policy Council participation, budget and grant development, community partnerships, and recommendations for resources and materials to strengthen program services.

• Responsible for immediate supervision of screening, special education, and behavioral supports of children in the Head Start program following all CCIU and Office of Head Start policies and procedures.
• Develop positive relationships with families enrolled in the program, supporting families in understanding the role of early intervention and the importance of engaging in the referral and evaluation process.
• Train, coach, and supervise staff to ensure implementation fidelity of specially designed instruction in the classroom.
• Oversee behavior management protocols of program.
• Ensure staff completion of Behavior Incident Reports.
• Coordinate with Behavior Consultant to ensure rapid response for students with challenging behaviors.
• Participate actively in data team, specifically looking at behaviors and troubleshooting solutions to improve program success.
• Manage the disability component of the Head Start program, including screening and referral for additional services, in collaboration with Preschool Special Education.
• Interact with the Policy Council at monthly meetings, substituting for the Director and/or the Supervisor of Health and Family Services when needed.
• Make recommendations regarding staff professional development needs; provide or arrange for training in collaboration with Head Start Supervisor and Coaching team.
• With the Data Specialist, oversee assigned staff completion of special services data tracking.
• Assist in creation of budgets, grant applications, and community partnerships to grow the Head Start program.
• Recommend purchase of equipment, supplies and materials based on classroom observations.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Services, Human Resources, or a closely related field required
• Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of operating grants strongly preferred

Professional or Other Required Clearances

• Valid Driver's License & reliable transportation required
• Current police, child abuse, and FBI fingerprint clearances within 1 year required

Salary Range:
PRJ, Level 15, Exempt: $77,987 - $97,483/yr.
* Placement on band is based on years of direct experience in a comparable role.*
260 day position, 7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week

Project Staff Benefits:

• Excellent medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage at minimal cost to employee
• If medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage is not needed, generous opt-out payments available
• Life insurance in amount of 2.5x annual salary paid by CCIU
• Long-term disability insurance effective 31st day of illness/injury
• Retirement through PSERS, PA's Public School Employees Retirement System
• Worker's Compensation
• New employees accrue 10 sick days, and 2 personal days annually

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Equal Opportunity Employer
Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.