Local Area Manager- Head Start

OHIO VALLEY EDUCATIONAL COOPERATIVE

JOB DESCRIPTION

Local Area Manager

PROGRAM: Head Start/Early Head Start

RESPONSIBLE TO: Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor degree in Early Childhood or related field required. Minimum three years of Head Start, Early Childhood, or related field experience. Management experience in supervision, coaching, and mentoring staff desired.

Must be able to stand, sit, bend and walk for periods of time to meet job requirements. The manager must have strong ability to be flexible, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple sites. Must have physical and TB test, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must possess a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance or have reliable transportation as job may require some travel that will be reimbursed based on OVEC’s travel policy. All Head Start positions must clear and pass state criminal history records check and sex offender registry check prior to hire date and pass Child Abuse and Neglect state registry check (CAN) within 90 days of hire.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide supervision to all teaching and support staff in designated locations. Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to family services, administrative and classroom staff in the assigned geographical areas. It is the expectation that the Instructional and Family Services Manager will spend the majority of their day in the classroom. Assess that overall program quality adheres to all state laws, licensing regulations, Head Start Performance Standards, OVEC Policy and Procedures, and instructions from Director and/or Specialists.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Know Head Start Performance Standards as well as Kentucky Childcare Licensing regulations and Head Start and OVEC Policies and Procedures.
• Know and understand Child Care Licensing, STARS, ITERS (Infant Toddler Environmental Rating Scale), ECERS (Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale), and CLASS as applicable to position.
• Supervise and monitor performance of classroom staff, substitutes, and volunteers according to the organizational chart including formal evaluations and reassignment of personnel.
• Perform staff evaluations and monitor Professional Development plans.
• Assist in resolving conflict between education staff through a variety of effective strategies and assist the staff with problem solving.
• Promote reflection among teachers and assistants.
• Ensure all staff adhere to job requirements and OVEC policies. Complete corrective action when needed on any performance issues.
• Monitor and maintain facility standards and conducting regular inspections of each center and request work as needed according to policy.
• Assist Head Start Director and other program specialists with identifying training needs of assigned staff. Coach, train and mentor staff based on identified needs.
• Collaborate with local agencies/school districts to assist in meeting the needs of children/families.
• Coordinate on-site staff meetings, professional development days, and other meetings deemed necessary by Director/Specialists. Meetings may include training, center issues, sharing information and program planning.
• Obtain and/or maintain valid KY trainer credential.
• Monitor Paychex for accuracy and preliminary approval.
• Monitor the Administrative Services Coordinator to ensure job duties are carried out according to their job description and the OVEC Head Start policies.
• Work with families related to childcare billing issues, outstanding balances and classroom concerns.
• Plan, coordinate and implement PL Days. Collaborate with Education Manager on training needs.
• Collaborate with the Resource Supporter related to scheduling, interviewing and hiring new employees.
• Collaborate with the Quality Mentors, Child Development Specialists and Education Manager on required follow-up to observations and coaching.
• Additional duties as assigned.

COMPENSATION: Annual contract with a maximum contract of 240 days. Salary based on rank and experience in accordance to OVEC’s Head Start/Early Head Start Classified Employee Salary Schedule.

I am able to perform the essential functions of this job.

__________________________________ _________________ Signature Date

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,926.00 - $76,885.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,926 - $76,885