Site Director - Baltimore City Head Start
Position Summary
This position serves as a Head Start Site Director for clustered Y Head Start centers, as well as Y Head Start sites located in Public Schools. The Head Start Site Director supervises Head Start Teachers, Assistant Head Start Teachers, Resource Aides, Food Service Personnel, Drivers, and Substitute teachers. Head Start Site Directors are primarily responsible for the overall management and day-to-day operations, including OCC/Child Care Licensing compliance and Head Start Program Performance Standards. The Head Start Site Director collaborates with other Y team members to ensure high-quality, integrated comprehensive services are implemented consistently. This position is chiefly responsible for the following core functions and performs other tasks as needed:
Core Functions
- Planning Program Implementation
- Family Engagement
- Partnerships
- Communication and Service Coordination
- Record Keeping and Reporting
- Ongoing Monitoring, Human Resources and Supervision
- Program Governance and Leadership
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, Child and Family Studies, Child Development, Human Development, Human Services, or a related field.
- A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in an early learning center is preferred.
- Knowledge of OCC regulations and HSPPS preferred.
- Management of multi-center locations.
- ECERS and ITERS preferred.
- Knowledge of Computer Applications.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Certifications - earn and maintain CPR and First Aid CLASS.
- Reliability 45-Hour Director’s Certification 90-Hour Certification, if the degree is not in a related field.
Benefits
- Flexible Schedules
- Competitive Pay
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Dependent Care FSA
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- Employer Contribution to the Y Retirement Fund
- Training and Development Programs
Code of Conduct
All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.