Head Start Education and Disability Manager
$75,296,000–$77,563,200 year
On-siteDeming, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate and oversee the planning and implementation of a comprehensive child development program, ensuring compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and tribal policies. Collaborate with teaching staff, families, and community partners to support school readiness, inclusive practices, and culturally responsive curriculum. Monitor developmental screenings, assessments, and Individualized Family Service Plans while maintaining accurate, confidential documentation of child progress and service coordination. Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to Lead Teachers and education staff to support quality instruction and professional growth. Conduct classroom observations, facilitate monthly teaching meetings, and prepare reports for leadership and regulatory reviews. Engage in required family home visits, parent conferences, and transitions to kindergarten, while managing inventory of educational materials and adaptive equipment.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college, university
- Baccalaureate or advanced degree and equivalent coursework in early childhood education with early education teaching experience
- Minimum three (3) years' experience teaching ages 3-5 years old
- Experience working with Native American families and community, and culturally responsive practices
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience in early childhood education field
- Experience working with children with disabilities and/or behavioral and emotional challenges
- Experience providing staff development training
- Experience providing instruction in a classroom setting
- Must pass a physical exam stating clear of communicable diseases and fit for duty
- Must be willing to work non-traditional work hours/days on occasion
- Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards
- Knowledge and experience maintaining program records
- Knowledge of curriculum development and academic planning methods
- Knowledge of and the ability to identify learning styles and disabilities
- Knowledge of disability screening methods and services available
- Knowledge of behavior management techniques
- Skill in establishing and maintaining an organized work environment
- Skill in employee supervision
- Skill in modeling positive behavior
- Ability to effectively supervise Teachers, Teacher Aids, and volunteers
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with families
- Ability to develop effective lesson plans
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse community
- Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality
- Ability to identify learning styles and disabilities
- Must pass alcohol/drug test at time of hire and throughout employment
- Must pass criminal background check at time of hire and periodically thereafter
- Must obtain Hepatitis B Vaccination within 120 days of hire
- Must pass and provide a Physicians Certificate that employee is fit and capable of performing the physical demands of position (completed annually)
- Must maintain current certification in Child & Adult First Aid & CPR (Must obtain within 60 days of Hire)
- Obtain within 30 days and maintain throughout employment: Food Handler's Permit
- Obtain and maintain throughout employment: Other required certifications e.g. Bloodborne Pathogens
- Must have and maintain throughout employment a valid Washington State Driver's License and meet the insurability requirements of the Tribe
- Must Provide Driving Abstract at time of hire
- Read, write, speak and understand English
- Ability to listen, understands clients, and has the ability to translate guidelines, regulations, and policies to clients so they understand the issues/problems
- Operate in mentally and physically stressful situations with composure
- Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist, and grip from assigned work areas
- Ability to lift up to 20+ pounds without assistance occasionally
Desired Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from and accredited college or university; preferred
- Head Start experience preferred
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience in early childhood education field preferred
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