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Brightpoint

Head Start Center Supervisor

Brightpoint, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804

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JOB SUMMARY

The Head Start Center Supervisor is responsible for managing, organizing, executing, facilitating, and directing the necessary functions of an individual Brightpoint Head Start site. The position is responsible for assuring the implementation of quality early childhood programing and family engagement within the Head Start site. Supervises site staff as assigned with the exception of Family Advocates assigned to that site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responsible for monitoring and implementing Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, Licensing requirements, policies, procedures and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the Head Start Center

Must work collaboratively with the Trauma Resilience Coach, Early Head Start Assistant Manager and Head Start Education Manager

Responsible for ensuring that there is a quality Early Childhood Education program at the assigned site

Responsible for the monitoring of Head Start classrooms

Perform the duties of a Teacher at a single classroom site

Must work with landlord at each site to ensure a harmonious relationship in the best interest of the Head Start program

Ensure that assigned site is maintained properly; classrooms are clean and orderly, equipment and supplies are monitored, and the facility is safe for staff and children

Responsible for monitoring and ensuring appropriate in-kind at the site

Responsible for completing required program reports

At the Brightpoint Hanna Creighton site, oversee the voucher process assuring that attendance is entered correctly

Assist in site recruitment efforts; assuring full enrollment

Ensure classrooms demonstrate the adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the benchmark of Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3)

Ensure that confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times

MANAGEMENT ROLE

Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to Center Support Supervisor (at larger sites), Teachers, Teacher Assistants, Food Service and Custodian

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SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

ELIGIBILITY REQUIRMENTS

Minimum of an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent. A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent preferred and 9 credits in administration, leadership, or management preferred.

Three years' experience in the early childhood profession

Two years' experience in an administrative/supervisory position preferred

Experience with accreditation and Indiana State Licensing attainment

Strong oral and written communication skills

Exhibit strong organizational skills

Attention to detail with ability to perform assignments efficiently and accurately

Must become CPR/FA certified within twelve (12) months of employment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Basic computer and mathematics skills.

When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance.