Head Start Regional Coordinator

Mid Michigan Community Action Agency•Surrey Township, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the development, supervision, coordination, and implementation of the Head Start program in a designated area, ensuring quality program service delivery in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and state and federal mandates. This role involves protecting customer/family privacy and maintaining confidentiality of all information obtained during service delivery.

Requirements

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.
Minimum of 5 years of effective supervisory skills.
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.
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-workers 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.

Nice To Haves

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.
Preschool/Head Start experience preferred.
Knowledge of the Head Start performance standards preferred.
Knowledge of Creative Curriculum/Teaching Strategies Gold/Child Plus experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain procedures for documentation, multi-disciplinary team, information, and tracking systems for site staff.
Ensure 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 families and make appropriate referrals or contacts for resources with collaborating professionals and agencies.
Provide ongoing documented monitoring of classrooms using CLASS, PQA, and program-designed observation tools.
Work collaboratively with the management team to meet program and overall monthly, quarterly, and annual goals and objectives.
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, and management and site staff.
Provide program and agency presentations to community partners.
Provide 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 the ECS Management Team to ensure 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, and training opportunities, as identified and approved by supervisors.
Occasionally attend community events and meetings to support agency programs outside of typical work hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.