Head Start/ Early Head Start Director
Company: ATCAA
As a part of the ATCAA team, the Director of ATCAA's Early Childhood Programs (ECS Director) plays an essential role in ATCAA as a whole. Under the general supervision of the Executive Director, the ECS Director develops, implements, and coordinates the delivery of high-quality Head Start, Early Head Start and California State Preschool programs meeting the requirements of funding documents and standards. In addition, the ECS Director may also oversee related programs and grants that enhance and support the Early Childhood Education and Family Services Programs.
Supervisor: Executive Director
Supervises: ECS Managers
Job Duties and Responsibilities Related to This Position:
Grant Management
Prepare funding applications as required
Oversee the program's implementation, evaluation, and development and serve as the Head Start/Early Head Start director as defined by federal grant expectations
Develop and implement systems of evaluation and organizational self-assessment, including preparing and disseminating an annual evaluation report with a focus on continuous quality improvement
Maintain and create new and existing community collaborations such as agreements with school districts, and other community partners;
Work with staff, parents, and board members to develop long-term program goals and short-term objectives;
Ensure that data is collected, analyzed, and used to guide instruction and program improvement;
Oversee program expansion opportunities through grant writing, collaborating with local agencies and utilizing local resources;
Provide, as necessary, written documents and reports to governing board, parent groups, funding sources and other agencies;
Negotiate, develop, monitor and oversee approved contracts with consultants and needed outside services for the provision of services;
Serve as the management liaison with the Head Start/Early Head Start Policy Council, organizing and supporting the Council, attending all Council meetings, and training Council members;
Conduct long- and short-range planning, including assessment of community needs and resources;
Oversee the planning and implementation of successful federal Head Start reviews
Staff Development and Supervision
Assess staffing needs and recommend staffing patterns consistent with funding agency and regulatory requirements
Make recommendations on personnel actions such as evaluation, employment, retention, promotion, and termination
Conduct regularly scheduled staff meetings to provide leadership and guidance, coordinate activities, and disseminate information
Direct the professional development process; that includes providing annual staff or management training events
Develop Professional Development training plan and budget and oversee its implementation
Budget Management
Responsible for budget development, tracking, forecasting, and reporting
With input and assistance from appropriate staff, and the ATCAA Head Start Policy Council, monitor expenditures to assure that they stay within available resources
Oversee the production of monthly budget management reports and explain information to parent policy groups, staff, and ATCAA Board of Directors
Work with agency fiscal staff to ensure fiscal policies and procedures are being implemented
Minimum Qualifications:
Meet the following program requirements necessary for this position: possess a valid California driver's license, an acceptable driving record, and fingerprint clearance;
Possess at a minimum, a baccalaureate degree or higher with a major or emphasis in human service management, communications, social services, Early Childhood Education, or other related field;
At least three years management experience in Early Childhood programs, general education or social services including the following;
At least three years supervising multiple staff
Program planning and development;
Budget preparation and management;
Public relations and community networking;
Training in and/or experience working with Trauma informed Practices
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proficient use of computer programs including spreadsheets, word processing, internet, and email
Desired Qualifications:
Past experience working in a Head Start, Early Head Start or State Preschool Program
Experience/Training in Dual Language Learning
Federal or State grants management experience
Previous grant writing experience
This position is a year around position.
**To be considered for this position all applicants must apply directly on our website: https://www.atcaa.org/careers **
ATCAA is a EOE
3 of experience
Salary Range: $91,728.00-$106,184.00
Full Time
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