Program Specialist

Utah Community Action • Salt Lake City, UT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Help Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education in Salt Lake City Are you passionate about supporting teachers, strengthening classrooms, and helping children thrive during their most important developmental years? We're looking for a dedicated Program Specialist to join our Head Start team in Salt Lake City, Utah . In this leadership role, you'll coach and mentor teachers, support high-quality early learning environments, and help ensure children and families receive exceptional services. If you're energized by collaboration, professional growth, and meaningful impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in: Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Family and Consumer Studies, Or a related field with an emphasis in early childhood essential topics
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to complete and maintain Infant/Toddler and Preschool CLASS certification within the first 3 months of employment

Nice To Haves

• Previous Head Start experience
• Current Infant/Toddler and Preschool CLASS certification
• Bilingual in languages spoken by families served by the program

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach Head Start teachers
• Provide clear guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities
• Support implementation of the Creative Curriculum and TSG Online Assessment System
• Review classroom and child outcome data to strengthen learning experiences
• Conduct Family Reviews and collaborate with all program departments
• Visit classrooms to monitor health, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Identify classroom supply and material needs
• Help staff set goals through supportive supervision practices
• Foster inclusive environments that honor each family's culture and language
• Stay current with best practices through ongoing professional development

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $32.03/hour
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA contributions up to $2,500
• 401(k) with a 5% employer match
• Disability and life insurance
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off during Christmas plus up to 192 hours PTO annually
• One hour of paid self-care time every week

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level