Early Head Start Manager - Head Start - Juneau

Tlingit & Haida•Juneau, AK

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Head Start Manager will aid the Head Start Director in general program management for the Early Head Start (EHS) site. This role involves coaching, mentoring, supervising, and training all EHS staff. The manager will be responsible for short-term and long-range planning for service delivery and training, acting as an integrator of components such as ERSEA, health, mental health, nutrition, education, disabilities, and family and community partnerships. This position also functions as a liaison and information conduit between Tribal Leadership and community collaborators. The role requires adherence to Federal Head Start Performance Standards and all local, state, and agency policies and procedures.

Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent Computer skills and the ability to upgrade skills independently
Proficient use of MS office suite programs
Experience in design and delivery of training
Sustained concentration and ability to handle multiple tasks often simultaneously
Significant diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle stressful and sensitive situations in a professional manner
Ability to interpret and implement complex policies and regulations
Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to exercise tact and discretion in all employee interactions
Strong organization and time management skills, ability to meet tight deadlines
Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Human Services, or a related field
Two (2) years progressively responsible professional experience which demonstrates significant supervisory and administrative responsibilities and a strong knowledge of theories and practices of Early Childhood Education/Development with particular focus on prenatal care and infant/toddler development.
Must be 21 years of age with a Valid Alaska Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Start Director with preparing and submitting the Early Head Start grant.
Assist the Head Start Director with continuous monitoring of the Early Head Start center’s compliance with Head Start component requirements.
Assist the Head Start Director with preparing and submitting required Early Head Start reports.
Assist Human Resources in the hiring process for Early Head Start center employees and substitutes.
Monitor performance, attendance, certifications, timecards, and required documents for EHS employees.
Communicate areas of performance improvement to EHS employees and promote training that reflects the individual needs of staff members and/or the team.
Document and administer both positive and negative feedback and utilize Performance Improvement Plans when warranted. Ensure documentation is forwarded to Human Resources.
Conduct performance evaluations utilizing Tlingit and Haida forms.
Ensure EHS staff have an annual staff development plan and make progress towards educational requirements as mandated by the Head Start Performance Standards.
Arrange and facilitate regular meetings with staff to provide mandated training, and policy and procedure updates.
Monitor, report, and provide feedback for all employee related accidents.
Monitor, evaluate and provide training for classroom volunteers.
Ensure EHS program complies with EHS performance standards and other grant requirements.
Attend case management meetings, consultations, and staff meetings as necessary.
Observe children and provide suggestions for behavior management and education programming to meet the individual needs of all children.
Work with the Family and Community Partnerships Coordinator to ensure EHS staff receive the training, and tools necessary to complete the home visits and monthly parent activity requirements.
Monitor and manage the early head start center budget.
Work with the Head Start Coordination team to ensure EHS center services provide quality services in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.
Submit all center component paperwork, monthly reports, and status updates to Head Start Data.
Work in partnership with the Head Start Coordination team to arrange for services in all functional areas, utilizing internal and external resources to provide medical, social, mental health, educational, and special services as deemed appropriate, as well as facility maintenance.
Monitor and manage the maintenance and safety of facilities and availability of supplies.
Coordinate with local agencies, community service organizations and educational providers and partners.
Design and deliver training and formal presentations.
Provide information on the Early Head Start program to the community.
Participate in and assist with community recruitment events.