Head Start Site Director - Baltimore City

POSITION SUMMARY:This position serves as a Head Start Site Director for clustered Y Head Start centers, as well as Y Head Start sites located in Public Schools. The Head Start Site Director provides direct supervision to Head Start Teachers, Assistant Head Start Teachers, Resource Aides, Food Service Personnel, Drivers and Substitute teachers. Head Start Site Directors are primarily responsible for the overall management and day-to-day operations, including OCC/Child Care Licensing compliance and Head Start Program Performance Standards. The Head Start Site Director collaborates with other Y team members to ensure high quality integrated comprehensive services are implemented consistently. This position is chiefly responsible for the following core functions and performs other tasks as needed:

PlanningProgram ImplementationFamily Engagement Family Engagement PartnershipsCommunication and Service CoordinationRecord Keeping and ReportingOngoing Monitoring Human Resources and SupervisionProgram Governance and Leadership

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must obtain a criminal background check.

Education

Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, Child & Family Studies, Child Development, Human Development, Human Services or related field.

Experience

A minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in early learning center, preferred.Knowledge of OCC regulations and HSPPS, preferred..Management of multi-center locations.ECERS and ITERS, preferredKnowledge of Computer ApplicationsValid driver's license

Certifications - Earn and Maintain

CPR and First AidCLASS Reliability45-Hour Director's Certification90-Hour Certification, if degree is in a related field