Job Description
We are a non-profit organization looking for a Head Start/Early Head Start Director to join our growing team! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ryan Rubino
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 per year
A bit about us: We are a non-profit organization looking for a Head Start/Early Head Start Director to join our growing team!
Why join us? - Great pay/benefits!
- Room for career growth!
- Amazing team culture!
Job Details Job Details:
We are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual for the role of Permanent Head Start/Early Head Start Director in the non-profit industry. This position offers an opportunity to lead and manage a comprehensive early education program that promotes the school readiness of low-income children by enhancing their cognitive, social, and emotional development. The Director will be responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state guidelines and regulations, program planning, and engaging with government agencies and community-based planning.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the implementation and operation of the Head Start/Early Head Start program in accordance with federal regulations and guidelines.
- Develop and implement strategic plans that meet the goals and objectives of the program.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
- Manage the program budget and financial activities, including forecasting, reporting, and auditing.
- Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
- Lead and supervise a team of professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Coordinate with staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality services to children and families.
- Evaluate program effectiveness and implement changes as needed to ensure continuous improvement.
- Advocate for the program and its participants in the community and with policymakers.
- Ensure the program maintains a strong presence in the community through effective communication and outreach efforts.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University with a major in Business Administration, Education, Public Administration, Psychology, or related field and four years. A Master's degree is preferred.
- Minimum of five years of experience in a leadership role in an early childhood education setting.
- In-depth knowledge of Head Start and Early Head Start federal regulations and guidelines.
- Experience in community-based planning and working with government agencies.
- Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Proven ability to lead and manage a diverse team of professionals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Strong strategic planning and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to the mission of Head Start and Early Head Start programs and to serving low-income children and families.
- Ability to pass a background check and obtain clearance for working with children.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Local area,