Coordinator, Headstart

Summary:

The Coordinator, Head Start, oversees the classrooms of Head Start and all compliance mandates. Will oversee the coordination, implementation, and the provision of educational and support services to enrolled students and their families. The Coordinator, Head Start reports to the Head Start Supervisor.

Duties:

Assures compliance with Head Start performance standards, federal, state, and local regulations.

• Coordinates program assessments systematically, keeps records, and is accountable across each service area.
• Serves as a member of the Grantee School Readiness committee and provides program guidance to staff and parents.
• Collects, reviews, and interprets data collection and creates/provides contracted Grantee reports for review for supervisor for timely submission.
• Provides oversight of eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance (ERSEA) of enrolled student and family.
• Coordinates activities and workload in the office.
• Assists with the development and delivery of training and on-going assistance.
• Oversees use of department budget and assure availability of appropriate supplies for personnel.
• Assists with the organization, management, and coordination of the operations of the department.
• Services as a liaison between the school district and various community groups and agencies.
• Provides status reports and projections.
• Oversees the daily operations of the department, including assignment of work to personnel and monitoring the quality of work accomplished.
• Maintains a program of good public relations through cooperation with other districts and school level personnel, and through participation in appropriate local, state, and national organizations.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Education: A master’s degree. Degree or formal training in early childhood preferred.

Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in early childhood, with two (2) years of related management or supervisory experience preferred. Experience mentoring and coaching teachers and staff in best practices; experience in working with low-income families; ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders in written and oral form, including electronic media, using positive interpersonal skills.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator certificate: Educational Leadership, School Principal, or Administration and Supervision. An appointee who possesses subject area certification but does not possess the appropriate administrative certification will be given four (4) years from the date of appointment to obtain the appropriate administrative certification.

Language Skills: Reads and interprets general business and professional journals, technical procedures, or regulations. Writes reports, correspondence, and manuals. Effectively presents and responds to questions from managers and the public.

Mathematical Skills: Calculates figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Applies concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

Other information:

COMPETENCIES: The following competencies are representative of specific skills, abilities, and attributes that must be demonstrated to perform this job successfully.

Cost Consciousness: Works within approved budget. Conserves organizational resources. Develops and implements cost saving measures. Contributes to profits and revenue.

Managing People: Provides direction and gains compliance. Includes subordinates in planning. Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities. Makes self available to subordinates. Provides regular performance feedback. Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth.

Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner.

Project Management: Develops project plans, coordinates projects. Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time and on budget. Manages project team activities.

Quality Management: Fosters quality focus in others. Sets clear quality requirements. Measures key outcomes. Solicits and applies customer feedback. Improves processes, products, and services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.

Lifting Demands: Up to 10 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity 3, moderate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position requires traveling to various school sites, work locations and/or community organizations throughout the district.

SUPERVISORY EXPECTATIONS: Manage assigned clerical staff and subordinate professional personnel in one or more sections of the department. Take responsibility for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of assigned teams. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the district’s policies and applicable state and federal laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:

· Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.

· Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.

· Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.

· Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents. Job Description: https://www2.sdhc.k12.fl.us/jobdescrs/PDF/10175_Coordinator_Head_Start_072324.pdf For information regarding this position, please contact Andrea Frazier, Head Start Supervisor at andrea.frazier@hcps.net or 813-740-7870. ALL applications must be completed online. DO NOT send resumes.