Education Manager

OBJECTIVE:

Coordinates development, implementation, and oversight of the education component of the Head Start program. Provides leadership, training and technical assistance to teaching staff and volunteers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA in Early Childhood Education plus three (3) years’ experience or any combination of education and experience to equal 9 years working in preschool educational setting, preferably in Head Start.

• NM Teacher Certification required.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with community providers, staff and parents.

• Ability to exhibit emotional maturity and good judgment, to include high standards of morals and speech.

• Must be dependable and flexible with regard to working hours.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Not Inclusive):

• Coordinate and collaborate with staff, parents, and members of Policy Council to review and evaluate existing programs, including development and implementation of a system for monitoring quality of the program and compliance with standards/regulations.

• When areas of weakness/non-compliance are evident, will take corrective action or make recommendations for corrective action.

• Ensures the quality and consistency of the education services provided throughout the Head Start Program.

• Works in collaboration with the Center Directors to monitor and assess classroom education services and recommends improvements needed and staff training where necessary.

• Revise Education Work Plan annually, working with staff, parents and Policy Council.

• Coordinates implementation of Education Advisory Committee recommendations.

• Participates in the conduct and analysis of the Community Needs Assessment.

• Assists in the development of the educational program design based on the results of the Community Needs Assessment.

• Assists in the preparation of the budget and is responsible for the allocations of funds for classroom supplies and equipment.

• Assists in the integration/coordination of all components by meeting regularly with other component coordinators to share information and coordinate efforts to implement performance standards and other policies/regulations.

• Work with HS Training Manager in the development and delivery of in-service training for parents and staff including (but not limited to):

• Orientation for new teaching staff

• Parent training in child development and home activities

• Parent volunteer training

• Classroom substitute training

• Component training, including ensuring compliance with Performance Standards and staff/parent needs

• Provides on-site consultation and technical assistance (coaching, counseling, etc.) to teaching staff, including but not limited to:

• Involving parents/guardians in education activities in the center, classroom, and home

• Implementation of the education program, including lesson planning, developmental assessments, and developmentally appropriate practices

• Integration of the education aspects of other components (Health, Nutrition, and Disabilities) into the daily schedule

• Participate in regular job performance assessments, including development and implementation of individual professional development plans.

• Comply with all programs, agency, local, state and federal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Maintain confidentiality of all information and records.

• Carry out all job-related duties and responsibilities in a professional and ethical manner (refer to HS Employee Code of Ethics and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment).

• Ensures staff and program resources reflect the multi-cultural diversity of the children and families of the program.

• Other duties as assigned.

JOB CHARACTERISTICS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position is exempt from overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. This is a professional position, which requires organizational and communication skills, as well as judgment, tact and diplomacy in contacts with Head Start employees, community residents, parents and local government agencies. Strict adherence is required to all regulations concerning confidentiality.

Background investigation to include fingerprinting will be required. Physical required at time of hire and may be required every five years. TB Test may be required. Travel may be required. Must submit valid driver’s license and proof of satisfactory car insurance under NM Motor Vehicle requirements.

Youth Development, Inc. is an at-will employer. Employment is by mutual consent of the company and employee, and either may terminate the relationship at any time with or without cause or advance notice. This job is contingent upon funding; however, availability of funding is not a guarantee of continued employment, nor does it imply any specific term of employment.

Under the direct supervision of the Associate Director and the assigned Deputy Director.

Works in coordination with the Center Directors, Head Start Specialists and Teachers.