PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Provide regional daily oversight of assigned sites and classes, ensuring quality services and compliance with Federal Head Start Program Performance Standards and State Childcare Licensing.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Reason position exists is to perform these functions):
Operations
• Operate sites and classrooms in compliance with Oregon State Childcare Licensing requirements, Head Start Program Performance Standards, and program policies and procedures.
• Ensure implementation of program-adopted curriculum, screenings, & assessments.
• Provide for smooth center functioning, (i.e.: daily staffing and schedules, on-going maintenance, site emergencies).
• Ensure all required records are maintained and submitted to the central office as required.
• Maintain site inventory.
• Act as liaison with landlord for ongoing use of facility. (when applicable)
• Oversee site budgets.
Monitoring & Supervision
• Provide daily oversight and supervision to assigned staff.
• Review documentation and reports to ensure completion and timely provision of quality services.
• In coordination with component specialists and coordinators, conduct observations provide feedback to staff.
• Conduct goals setting, monthly reflective supervision, and performance evaluations for all assigned staff.
• Support identified training and coaching needs.
• Perform or delegate the duties of assigned staff in their absence, as needed.
• Assist in hiring and dismissal of staff of assigned area.
Documentation and Communication
• Adhere to federal, state and program documentation requirements.
• Establish consistent weekly schedule including time at site to allow for classroom interaction, team communication, and availability to parents.
• Facilitate monthly team meetings for each assigned site.
• Act as a conduit of information between SCHS Administration and assigned site(s).
• Participate in planning and program development efforts.
• Ensure site participation in trainings, appropriate committees, and program teams.
Community/Public Relations
• Encourage ongoing parent participation in classrooms, site family events, and other program activities.
• Support outreach and recruitment efforts by communicating the program’s eligibility, selection, and enrollment policies and practices to families, other service providers, and the general public.
• Represent and promote South Coast Head Start within the communities assigned by serving on appropriate committees, boards, and councils and by attending community meetings, as approved by supervisor.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood, Human Services, or related field required, or Step 10 on the Oregon Registry Online required.
• Three years of experience with Head Start or program working with early learning/home visiting education program preferred
• Three years progressively responsible professional experience which demonstrates significant supervisory and administrative responsibilities preferred
• Strong knowledge of theories and practices of Early Childhood Education/Development typically gained via experience and or education.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
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