CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Program Coordinator - Education Specialist
SALARY:
$48,444.88 - $62,659.40
DEPARTMENT:
Macomb Community Action
Closing Date:
01/03/2024 12:00 a.m.
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement and/or Human Resources policy
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under direction, monitors the implementation of Head Start Program education and child development services. Provides resources and support to classroom staff to assure the Federal Performance Standards and all other operating regulations are met.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors and ensures the implementation of the education goals and objectives of the Head Start Program.
Observes, supervises, and evaluates classroom staff and operations.
Coaches and mentors classroom teachers to carry out improvement goals.
Fosters positive relationships with local school districts and community agencies.
Acts as a resource for developmentally appropriate activities and practices.
Provides staff and program participants with training and information; plans and conducts applicable workshops.
Conducts home visits, when necessary, to ensure that program participant needs are met.
Ensures the classroom is a desirable and suitable environment.
Maintains all required written documentation, including but not limited to, classroom operations and staff performance.
Compiles necessary statistical data and completes all necessary and required reports; completes computer data entry using program specific software.
Ensures compliance and monitoring of the Head Start Act, Head Start Performance Standards and Licensing Regulations.
Monitors and oversees State of Michigan licensing requirements, including all inspections, i.e. fire, environmental, lead (if applicable) and Corrective Action Plans.
Ensures education services are integrated with all other service areas.
May participate in the interviewing and selection of Head Start classroom staff.
Operates an automobile to perform assigned job functions.
Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
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Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Development or a directly related field from an accredited college or university
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Two (2) years of management/supervisory experience
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Working with infants, toddlers and/or pre-school age children
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Working in a Head Start program
Required Licensure or Certification
Preferred Licensure or Certification
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
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Head Start Performance Standards regarding child health and developmental services, child health and safety, program governance and partnerships
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Available community resources and networks
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Child Plus data system
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Use and application of current computer programs
Skill in:
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Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with program participants, staff, outside professionals, agencies, and the public
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Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
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Working with diverse populations
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Effective communication skills
Ability to:
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Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate programs and services
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Oversee and provide supervision and direction to adults and children
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Research and utilize community resources
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Communicate clearly in a professional manner
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Work in a professional, supportive, and non-judgmental manner
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Work effectively in stressful conditions and make responsible decisions appropriate to the scope of the position
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Work independently and meet deadlines with limited supervision
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Maintain complex records and prepare reports from such records
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Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
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Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
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Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
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Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
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Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
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Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy
