Head Start Site Director - Baltimore City
About The Position
This position serves as a Head Start Site Director for clustered Y Head Start centers, as well as Y Head Start sites located in Public Schools. The Head Start Site Director provides direct supervision to Head Start Teachers, Assistant Head Start Teachers, Resource Aides, Food Service Personnel, Drivers and Substitute teachers. Head Start Site Directors are primarily responsible for the overall management and day-to-day operations, including OCC/Child Care Licensing compliance and Head Start Program Performance Standards. The Head Start Site Director collaborates with other Y team members to ensure high quality integrated comprehensive services are implemented consistently. This position is chiefly responsible for the following core functions and performs other tasks as needed: Planning Program Implementation Family Engagement Family Engagement Partnerships Communication and Service Coordination Record Keeping and Reporting Ongoing Monitoring Human Resources and Supervision Program Governance and Leadership
Requirements
- Must obtain a criminal background check.
- Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, Child & Family Studies, Child Development, Human Development, Human Services or related field.
- A minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in early learning center.
- Knowledge of OCC regulations and HSPPS.
- Management of multi-center locations.
- Knowledge of Computer Applications
- Valid driver’s license
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- CLASS Reliability Certification
- 45-Hour Director’s Certification
- 90-Hour Certification, if degree is in a related field
- All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.
Nice To Haves
- 2 years supervisory experience in early learning center.
- Knowledge of OCC regulations and HSPPS.
- ECERS and ITERS.
Responsibilities
- Overall management and day-to-day operations, including OCC/Child Care Licensing compliance and Head Start Program Performance Standards.
- Direct supervision to Head Start Teachers, Assistant Head Start Teachers, Resource Aides, Food Service Personnel, Drivers and Substitute teachers.
- Collaboration with other Y team members to ensure high quality integrated comprehensive services are implemented consistently.
- Planning
- Program Implementation
- Family Engagement
- Family Engagement Partnerships
- Communication and Service Coordination
- Record Keeping and Reporting
- Ongoing Monitoring
- Human Resources and Supervision
- Program Governance and Leadership
Benefits
- Flexible schedules
- Competitive pay
- Generous paid time off
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Dependent care FSA
- Generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Training and development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
