Head Start Site Supervisor

The Children's Home Society Of New Jersey•Trenton, NJ

5d•$68,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Start Site Supervisor has a dual role overseeing the day-to-day operations, supervision, and training of staff at a CHSofNJ Head Start center. The role ensures quality program services in a positive, nurturing environment for children and supervises educational services. The Site Supervisor guides curriculum and program planning, development, and training; serves as a resource for teaching staff; analyzes data and completes reports related to educational services; and supervises classroom staff. The center is located at 794 East State Street, Trenton, NJ 08609. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, for 35 hours per week. The listed salary range is $68,000 to $70,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Early Childhood Education.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Infant/Toddler CLASS certification, or willingness to become certified within six months.
At least three years of supervisory experience.
At least five years of experience working in Head Start.
Must have a car and valid driver’s license; travel throughout the Trenton area is required.
Ability to write reports and correspondence and read and interpret documents.
Ability to communicate effectively with community members and groups, managers, regulatory agencies, and families, individually and in group settings.
Ability to supervise and manage staff effectively within CHSofNJ Head Start policies and mandates.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of ChildPlus software or an equivalent system.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain a safe, clean, healthy, and productive work environment, including indoor and outdoor facilities.
Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, federal and state regulations, and applicable licensing requirements.
Supervise center staff and ensure completion of performance evaluations and professional development.
Maintain record-keeping and reporting systems, ensuring information is accurate and completed and followed up on in a timely manner.
Participate in parent and group meetings, community collaborations, and affiliations to advocate for Head Start children and families.
Oversee planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment of School Readiness goals.
Oversee teachers’ supervision and management of children in the classroom to ensure a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment.
Provide ongoing professional development through education, role modeling, training, and resources.
Ensure teachers conduct home visits in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards.
Use TS Gold to review lesson plans and individualizations and provide feedback.
Directly supervise Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Floaters, substitutes, and maintenance staff.
Train staff on child development, the ongoing assessment process, and best practices.
Work collaboratively with Human Resources and the ECE Services Manager to resolve personnel issues involving education staff at all sites.
Organize and manage time effectively.