Program Specialist

About the Role

We're looking for a dedicated Program Specialist to join our Head Start team in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this leadership role, you'll coach and mentor teachers, support high-quality early learning environments, and help ensure children and families receive exceptional services. If you're energized by collaboration, professional growth, and meaningful impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach Head Start teachers
• Provide clear guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities
• Support implementation of the Creative Curriculum and TSG Online Assessment System
• Review classroom and child outcome data to strengthen learning experiences
• Conduct Family Reviews and collaborate with all program departments
• Visit classrooms to monitor health, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Identify classroom supply and material needs
• Help staff set goals through supportive supervision practices
• Foster inclusive environments that honor each family's culture and language
• Stay current with best practices through ongoing professional development

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in:
  • Child Development
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Family and Consumer Studies
  • Or a related field with an emphasis in early childhood essential topics
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to complete and maintain Infant/Toddler and Preschool CLASS certification within the first 3 months of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Head Start experience
• Current Infant/Toddler and Preschool CLASS certification
• Bilingual in languages spoken by families served by the program

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $64,018.00 yearly salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA contributions up to $2,500
• 401(k) with a 5% employer match
• Disability and life insurance
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off during Christmas plus up to 192 hours PTO annually
• One hour of paid self-care time every week

A mission-driven culture focused on work-life balance and community impact.