Save The Children
Center Dir, Family Services Coordinator
Save The Children, Arkoma, Oklahoma, United States, 74901
Center Director & Family Services Coordinator
HS-Arkoma, OK
3114 State Line Road
Arkoma, OK 74901, USA
Position Title:
Center Director & Family Services Coordinator Position Structure:
Specialist - Exempt Employee Type:
Full-Time Regular Supervisor Title:
Education Manager Division:
United States Programs Child Safety:
Frequent Contact
Overview The role is responsible for the general and day-to-day operations of a Head Start/Early Head Start center or cluster of outlying centers. You will provide coverage to multiple classrooms, ensure regulatory and legal compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, communicate with parents to learn about and use community resources, work with parents on goal setting, and encourage parent involvement in their child’s education. You will also assist families in identifying and meeting their goals through a case management model by developing and carrying out the program’s Family Partnership Agreements, and assisting with completion of child health requirements and other required screenings and assessments.
As a front-line representative of Save the Children, the Center Director & Family Services Coordinator must ensure the safety and security of Head Start children and families encountered and adhere to the agency’s values of Accountability, Collaboration, Creativity, and Integrity. The role also emphasizes child safeguarding, including prevention of abuse, awareness, reporting, and training to minimize risk to children.
Responsibilities and Impact
Supervise and coach staff; facilitate resolution of conflicts; encourage and support professional development opportunities; develop and monitor center and staff schedules.
Conduct regular staff meetings, support staff training, and monitor/provide ongoing feedback for performance improvement and appraisals; submit accurate information in a timely manner, including written documentation, scheduled reports, and mandated reports.
Work with all center staff to ensure quality teaching and learning environments.
Track and monitor staff attendance, including timesheets verification, on-site record keeping; responsible for monthly reports, safety checks, annual safety inspections, and licensing requirements.
Assist in identifying, purchasing, and annually inventorying center supplies and equipment.
Arrange family and staff workdays for center improvement; plan and implement all center parent meetings; maintain children/family files and privacy in collaboration with others.
Work with managers/specialists/coordinators to ensure tracking and data entry related to ERSEA, health, education, mental health, disabilities, and family needs; maintain full attendance with a 72-hour turnaround to fill vacancies.
Ensure regular communication with families regarding screening, assessments, and surveys to provide needed information regarding medical, nutritional, educational, and social services; ensure requirements are met per Head Start Performance Standards while maintaining confidentiality.
Report all incidents involving children, staff, family, or other center-related matters; monitor and report family-related services to appropriate Head Start superiors.
Attend case coordination meetings with appropriate staff to fully integrate services.
Maintain up-to-date individualized continuing education plans including CPR and First Aid certifications.
Demonstrate sound judgment and discretion in handling individual cases.
Monitor and support interactions among children, families, providers, and vendors on the facility premises.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Background and Experience, Skills, and Behaviors
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development or related field, plus at least two years of relevant experience
Proven work experience in program operations implementation and monitoring
Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and best practices in infant/toddler and preschool center-based programs
Knowledge of general business practices including supervision, accounts payable, inventory control and risk management
Strong communication and collaboration skills with individuals and teams at all levels
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, children, parents, and outside agencies
Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
Ability to operate the day-to-day program in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Participation in professional development including basic first aid and pediatric CPR as required by state licensing and Head Start Program Performance Standards
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 5-10 pounds constantly, including sitting, walking, standing, lifting, and repetitive motions; includes keyboarding and computer use
Clear pre-employment background checks and health requirements as required post offer; includes local, state, and national criminal records checks and child abuse registry checks as required
Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle as needed
Current or former Head Start/Early Head Start parents will receive preference for vacancies they are qualified for
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish or other languages used by children and families)
Birth-Kindergarten licensure preferred in North Carolina
Compensation The base pay for this position starts at $58,549. Actual base salary may vary based on experience, credentials, and other role-specific qualifications.
About Us Save the Children is committed to safe operations for the children served and protecting those we serve. All representatives are prohibited from engaging in any activity that may result in child abuse. We are committed to minimizing safety and security risks for employees, providing training, support, and information to reduce risk while maximizing impact for children and families. Our duty is to seek and maintain safe working conditions for all.
If you require disability assistance with the application or recruitment process, please submit a request to applicantsupport@savechildren.org.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For information, see the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
________________________________________
Know Your Rights and related disclosures may be provided here as applicable per federal and state laws.
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Center Director & Family Services Coordinator Position Structure:
Specialist - Exempt Employee Type:
Full-Time Regular Supervisor Title:
Education Manager Division:
United States Programs Child Safety:
Frequent Contact
Overview The role is responsible for the general and day-to-day operations of a Head Start/Early Head Start center or cluster of outlying centers. You will provide coverage to multiple classrooms, ensure regulatory and legal compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, communicate with parents to learn about and use community resources, work with parents on goal setting, and encourage parent involvement in their child’s education. You will also assist families in identifying and meeting their goals through a case management model by developing and carrying out the program’s Family Partnership Agreements, and assisting with completion of child health requirements and other required screenings and assessments.
As a front-line representative of Save the Children, the Center Director & Family Services Coordinator must ensure the safety and security of Head Start children and families encountered and adhere to the agency’s values of Accountability, Collaboration, Creativity, and Integrity. The role also emphasizes child safeguarding, including prevention of abuse, awareness, reporting, and training to minimize risk to children.
Responsibilities and Impact
Supervise and coach staff; facilitate resolution of conflicts; encourage and support professional development opportunities; develop and monitor center and staff schedules.
Conduct regular staff meetings, support staff training, and monitor/provide ongoing feedback for performance improvement and appraisals; submit accurate information in a timely manner, including written documentation, scheduled reports, and mandated reports.
Work with all center staff to ensure quality teaching and learning environments.
Track and monitor staff attendance, including timesheets verification, on-site record keeping; responsible for monthly reports, safety checks, annual safety inspections, and licensing requirements.
Assist in identifying, purchasing, and annually inventorying center supplies and equipment.
Arrange family and staff workdays for center improvement; plan and implement all center parent meetings; maintain children/family files and privacy in collaboration with others.
Work with managers/specialists/coordinators to ensure tracking and data entry related to ERSEA, health, education, mental health, disabilities, and family needs; maintain full attendance with a 72-hour turnaround to fill vacancies.
Ensure regular communication with families regarding screening, assessments, and surveys to provide needed information regarding medical, nutritional, educational, and social services; ensure requirements are met per Head Start Performance Standards while maintaining confidentiality.
Report all incidents involving children, staff, family, or other center-related matters; monitor and report family-related services to appropriate Head Start superiors.
Attend case coordination meetings with appropriate staff to fully integrate services.
Maintain up-to-date individualized continuing education plans including CPR and First Aid certifications.
Demonstrate sound judgment and discretion in handling individual cases.
Monitor and support interactions among children, families, providers, and vendors on the facility premises.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Background and Experience, Skills, and Behaviors
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development or related field, plus at least two years of relevant experience
Proven work experience in program operations implementation and monitoring
Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and best practices in infant/toddler and preschool center-based programs
Knowledge of general business practices including supervision, accounts payable, inventory control and risk management
Strong communication and collaboration skills with individuals and teams at all levels
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, children, parents, and outside agencies
Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
Ability to operate the day-to-day program in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Participation in professional development including basic first aid and pediatric CPR as required by state licensing and Head Start Program Performance Standards
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 5-10 pounds constantly, including sitting, walking, standing, lifting, and repetitive motions; includes keyboarding and computer use
Clear pre-employment background checks and health requirements as required post offer; includes local, state, and national criminal records checks and child abuse registry checks as required
Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle as needed
Current or former Head Start/Early Head Start parents will receive preference for vacancies they are qualified for
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish or other languages used by children and families)
Birth-Kindergarten licensure preferred in North Carolina
Compensation The base pay for this position starts at $58,549. Actual base salary may vary based on experience, credentials, and other role-specific qualifications.
About Us Save the Children is committed to safe operations for the children served and protecting those we serve. All representatives are prohibited from engaging in any activity that may result in child abuse. We are committed to minimizing safety and security risks for employees, providing training, support, and information to reduce risk while maximizing impact for children and families. Our duty is to seek and maintain safe working conditions for all.
If you require disability assistance with the application or recruitment process, please submit a request to applicantsupport@savechildren.org.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For information, see the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
________________________________________
Know Your Rights and related disclosures may be provided here as applicable per federal and state laws.
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