Head Start Center Director

JOB TITLE: Child Development Center Director REPORTS TO: Disability & Inclusion Coordinator FLSA: Exempt GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Perform educational work involving the supervision of a Head Start or Child Development Center staff, consisting of early head start and pre-school children. Considerable tact, independent judgement, and discretion are required in working with the parents of participants and supervisory activities. Work is under the supervision of the Education Manager and is evaluated through conferences, written reports, and observation of work in progress. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: · Supervise Head Start or Child Development center staff consisting of NC Pre-K Teachers, Teacher Assistants, Early Head Start Teachers, Kitchen Managers, Floaters, Custodians, and Volunteers · Administer screening tests to each child, demonstration teaching, and orientation of new staff, conduct conferences with parents, and maintain monthly center reports · Report all suspected child abuse/neglect cases to supervisor · Serve in a planning or coordinating capacity for other portions of the child development program including career development, long-range curriculum planning training, staff development and parent training, weekly staff meetings, observation of classrooms, monthly staff meetings, and conferences with parents · Assist in establishing and maintaining confidential student and education records system · Assist with completing all forms in accordance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) so that these funds are used as the primary source of payment for meal services · Assist in working with local LEA’s to prepare parents for transition to the public school by involving children in transitional activities and maintain communication between Head Start staff, parents, and public school · Prepare and maintain records and reports · Knowledge of child growth and development of programs to appropriately meet physical, mental, and social needs of children along with good health practices · Knowledge of techniques of organizing and planning program activities and procurement of required supplies and equipment · Establish and maintain working relationships with early head start and pre-school children, parents, staff and community partners · Perform other related duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Three years teaching experience of pre-school children. One year of supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Also, should possess administrative skills and the ability to work with other staff members and institutions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid health certificate issued by the County Health Department. Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License. Nash Edgecombe Wilson Community Action, Inc. (NEW CA, Inc.) is an equal opportunity employer. NEW CA, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40,456.00 - $43,368.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: Teaching: 3 years (Preferred) Supervisory: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: DCDEE Qualification Letter (Preferred) Work Location: In person