Head Start Site Coordinator

Mahube-Otwa•Detroit Lakes, MN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

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) center staff. The Head Start Coordinator will train, coach, monitor, and oversee HS/EHS staff in the field. Partner with program staff and community resources to provide a continuum of services to children and families living in poverty from diverse backgrounds offering them the opportunity to reach self-sufficiency.

Requirements

Four (4) year degree (BA or BS) in area to be coordinated (health, education, or family services or a combination of education and experience.
Five years of experience in delivery of comprehensive services for families with children ages birth-5 years including planning, organizing, and supervisory skills; or a demonstrated ability to fulfill the job responsibilities.
At least five years of experience working with low-income families and preschoolers/infants/toddlers
Familiarity with Head Start Performance Standards, family systems, childcare licensing, and Whole Family approach.
Must be able to make decisions relating to program operations.
Knowledge of health, nutrition, family systems, early childhood development, and developmentally appropriate practices.
Knowledge and ability to develop an effective working relationship with partners.
Must possess strong organizational and interpersonal relationship skills as well as the ability to be resourceful, flexible, adaptable, and demonstrate commitment.
Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Must have the ability to train parents and staff as well as the ability to express/exchange ideas and provide instructions to staff, clients, and the public.
Must be able and willing to make home visits.
First Aid and CPR certification required.
Must possess computer skills including, but not limited to, email, internet, data entry, and computer files.
Exceptional professionalism required with staff, clients, families, partners, and stakeholders.
Must be able to interact positively with children, families, and staff even in difficult situations.
Must be able to engage in problem resolution, assess need/problem objectively, and manage crisis situations.
Must be able to honor private/confidential information.
Must possess a valid Driver’s License, vehicle insurance, good driving record, and willingness to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.
Must qualify to work with young children through DHS Background Study.
A COMPLETED AGENCY APPLICATION IS REQUIRED as well as 2 work related letters of reference.

Nice To Haves

Possible One Day Per Week Remote

Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise the delivery of educational and/or family support services provided in Head Start (HS) /Early Head Start (EHS) center staff.
Train, coach, monitor, and oversee HS/EHS staff in the field.
Partner with program staff and community resources to provide a continuum of services to children and families living in poverty from diverse backgrounds offering them the opportunity to reach self-sufficiency.
Make decisions relating to program operations.
Develop an effective working relationship with partners.
Train parents and staff.
Express/exchange ideas and provide instructions to staff, clients, and the public.
Make home visits.
Interact positively with children, families, and staff even in difficult situations.
Engage in problem resolution, assess need/problem objectively, and manage crisis situations.
Honor private/confidential information.