Education Manager

SUMMARY

The Education Manager will work in collaboration to provide leadership that strengthens and maintains the relationship between all internal and external partners for the goal of delivering high quality services for Head Start families. The Education Manager works to ensure that the program meets Head Start Performance Standards, and that MN Rule #3 licensing guidelines are met and documented. The supervisor is involved in the hiring of employees, responsible for the training and supervising the Education Supervisors and Mentor Coaches, as well as the management and daily operations of the Education and Special Need components of the program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•Provides leadership to ensure delivery of a highly integrated birth to five Early Childhood program for families, providing increased School Readiness outcomes, which includes the Head Start Performance Standards and MN Rule 3 licensing regulations.

•Hire, supervise, and train Education Supervisors and Mentor Coaches; as well as identify and provide training as needed.

•Oversee the hiring, training, and onboarding of new teaching staff. 

•Provide support to staff with day-to-day functions and mentor supervisors/coaches that need support.

•Provide leadership to the Mentor Coaches and monitor and support coaching strategies for compliance.

•Review and monitor data for program planning.

•Assures paperwork is completed in an accurate and timely manner.

•Assist in the coordination, planning, and evaluation of education and curriculum goals- Curriculum Fidelity and consistency across centers.

•Manage the development of effective services and data tracking for children with suspected or diagnosed disabilities and/or mental health concerns, and ensure the program is operating within compliance of the Head Start Performance Standards.

•Monitor and provide CLASS observations, work with team to create goals for instruction and ongoing monitoring.

•On a monthly basis, participate and provide relevant information and data at Coordinated Services Meetings.

•Plan and facilitate monthly Education Team meetings.

•Participate in the development and annual review of Head Start program plans, policies and procedures and monitor to ensure staff are aware, trained and supported to incorporate these into their work.

•Order and maintain supplies and curriculum materials.

•Attend appropriate local and state trainings, meetings and network groups to stay informed of new initiatives and trends in Head Start.

•Builds professional work relationships; fosters a teamwork approach regardless of role or level of interaction.

•Provide information for budget development and implement resources with fiscal integrity.

•Provide volunteer management, training and evaluations.

•Implement new services within the program area relevant to the needs of Head Start.

•Develop and monitor effective systems for service delivery including documentation, training, monitoring, and reporting.

•Communicate regularly with staff to plan, reflect, share information and ideas, build skills and problem solve.

•Identify, establish and maintain relationships and collaborations with community agencies for resources, referrals and recruitment opportunities for the Head Start and Early Head Start

•Work collaboratively with internal and external programs and partners.

•Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations

•Other duties assigned by Supervisor

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines 

Bachelor’s Degree in early education or related baccalaureate degree with equivalent coursework in Early Childhood education. Previous management and supervisory experience preferred. Experience working with diverse populations. Knowledge of Head Start, early childhood education, child development and educational settings. A desire to serve and work for the benefit of children and families.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License, proof of insurance and review of Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a standard office environment in combination with home visiting, which requires lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects and home visiting supplies frequently. Mobility to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings and home visits. A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting on the floor with children and parents. Work includes computer skills and cell phone usage including texting.