The Early Head Start (EHS) Specialist serves as a key Leader and Partner, working closely with the Head Start Director, Center Directors, and staff. You will facilitate the implementation of all EHS content areas and provide Service-oriented support for day-to-day operations, ensuring a culture of teamwork, high expectations, and mutual respect.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Partners:
Assist with training Early Head Start staff in formal and informal settings, acting as a support and ally to foster professional growth.
Ensure appropriate staffing in classrooms by collaborating with the management team to build strong connections and maintain operational stability.
Work closely with the MH/Disabilities Specialist regarding children with special needs and IFSPs, practicing no judgment and active listening to ensure inclusive classroom implementation.
Work closely with the Health Education Specialist and Head Start Director to ensure Federal and State regulations and performance standards are met.
Value all stakeholders by providing input to the Head Start Director regarding classroom functioning and management needs to build a better service environment.
Integrity:
Review Early Head Start family records for accuracy and appropriateness, maintaining accountability for data privacy and program standards.
Monitor child health records for program compliance and needed follow-up; take responsibility for ensuring no child falls behind on health requirements.
Maintain required files and appropriate storage of documents according to applicable guidelines, ensuring trust and consistency in record-keeping.
Accountable for the successful completion of FBI/OSBI background checks and adherence to all safety protocols.
Fair and honest preparation of correspondence and statistical data reports for the Head Start Director to ensure transparent reporting.
Exceptional Service:
Assist in all Early Head Start content areas to facilitate and ensure a high-quality program that consistently Exceeds Expectations.
Monitor Early Head Start program needs and requisition of supplies, proactively managing resources to ensure classrooms are always equipped for excellence.
Attend and participate in training (pre-service, in-service, and out-of-agency) with a curious mindset to bring best-in-class knowledge back to the agency.
Innovators:
Develop and maintain systems for monitoring relevant aspects of the EHS program, staying Responsive to new data and Executing Change when quality improvements are needed.
Data entry and processing of end-of-month data, utilizing Research and precision to ensure the management team has the most current information for decision-making.
Technology:
Must be proficient in technology, both software and hardware. This includes utilizing ChildPlus, KidKare, and Online LAP.
Other:
Performs other Head Start/Early Head Start duties required to accomplish the Head Start/Early Head Start mission.
This position requires frequent travel to off-site locations.
Working Conditions:
The environment is varied to include the Head Start Support office, Head Start Centers, and various Community Resources. Must be mobile and agile to perform required tasks such as lifting up to forty-five (45) pounds, reaching above the head and below the knee, or positioning the body to be on the child's level and floor level. Must be able to bend, stop, kneel, crouch, and run or walk hurriedly for a child's safety.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development or equivalent Early Head Start experience.
Prior experience working in an Early Head Start program.
Experience in directing staff and making critical decisions regarding service delivery.
Experience working directly with both children and parents to build community connections.
Strong analytical skills are required to monitor program data and systems.
Demonstration of good judgment and the ability to act as a problem-solver.
Coordinate between management, staff, and families effectively.
Must possess a current Oklahoma driver's license, have reliable transportation, and provide current insurance verification in the employee's name.
Must maintain health status and undergo a work physical.
Strict adherence to health and safety protocols as directed by ACF/OHS, HSPS, and company policy.
Follow all regulatory requirements and maintain high standards of performance.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Salary
$50,278
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Background Investigationunmatched
Child Developmentunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Data Entryunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Early Childhood Educationunmatched
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)unmatched
Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
File Maintenanceunmatched
Health Educationunmatched
Health Maintenanceunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Parental Controlsunmatched
Prepare Correspondenceunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Resource Managementunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Service Deliveryunmatched
Special Needsunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Statisticsunmatched
Systems Maintenanceunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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