Job Description:

The Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP) Progam Director will provide leadership, oversight and management of the EHS-CCP program.  The EHS-CCP Program Director is responsible for effective service delivery, contract compliance, intra- and inter-agency coordination, and evaluation of performance in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, California State Department of Education Standards, California Child Care Licensing and other Local/State regulations.   The EHS-CCP Program Director will be responsible for the direct supervision of EHS-CCP Staff and consultants.

 Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for implementing the agency’s new EHS-CCP grant.
• Works with Policy Council and the Director of Child Development on program development and planning. Ensures that governance policies are met and provides training to the Policy Council members at least on an annual basis
• Monitor Plaza's own Center-Based Programs and all Child Care Partners to ensure compliance with the Head Start Performance Standards and all other applicable State and Local regulations.
• Ensure that all families enrolled in the program meet all requirements for eligibility in accordance with the standards established under EHS-CCP.
• Works with coordinators to ensure the development, implementation and quality of the mental health/disabilities, health, nutrition, family services and education services in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and other federal and state guidelines as required.
• Works with coordinators to ensure that  Center-Based Programs and all Child Care Partners implement fully implement Plaza’s approved curricula.
• Ensure implementation of activities that support School Readiness and Parent Family and Community Engagement (PFCE) Goals and Objectives
• Develop and maintain successful relationships with community partners and work collaboratively as part of the Management Team.
• Provide direct supervision and leadership of EHS-CCP staff; including interviewing, hiring, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Responsible for conducting employee performance appraisals, employee discipline, addressing complaints and resolving problems.   
• Ensure staff follows established agency policies in addition to state and federal law.
• Plans and oversees completion of the annual program self-assessment and corrective actions if needed.
• Complete and submit all the required reports on a timely manner.
• Perform any other duties as needed to meet the requirements and needs of the EHS-CCP Grant
• Ability Analyze and course correct and develop action plans.
• Ensures environmental health and safety standards are met by coordinating and actively participating on monthly site/facility inspections.
• Ensure that all  time lines as set forth by the funding sources are met.
• Provide trainings for Site Supervisors, Coordinators, Teachers, Family Child Care Providers, Partners, and Families.
• Must be able to substitute for the coordinators as needed it.
• Assist with coaching and mentoring of staff and providers.
• Must be able to substitute in the classroom for the teachers in case of emergencies.
• Perform any other duties assigned.  

 EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable differently abled individuals to perform essential job functions.

• Bachelor Degree required, Master Degree in Early Childhood Education, Administration or related social science field preferred.
• Three years minimum 5 years preferred of management experience and knowledge of Head Start/Early Head Start program operations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cooperatively as a team member.
• Ability to effectively and successfully interact with individuals from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to be an excellent representative of the agency to the community.
• Computer skill proficiency using Word, Excel, Software applications as well as the use of software programs required under the EHS-CCP program including, but not limited to, software programs required by the funder for proper administration of the EHS-CCP program.
• Ability to analyze report data, report on outcomes and effectuate program changes.
• Valid California Class “C” driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Ability to be detail oriented to ensure accurate record keeping.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Demonstrated coaching, training and leadership skills.

All employees, regardless of position, serve as role models for children and families who are served by our agency. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate will have the ability to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Successful completion of pre-employment Physical exam and TB Clearance
• Successful completion of background check including DOJ, FBI & CACI
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid
• Adherence to the Confidentiality Agreement
• Adherence to the Child Abuse Reporting Mandate
• Duties are performed at one and/or multiple centers.
• May need to work a flexible schedule as work will be required during evening and weekend hours.
• Valid California Driver's license, good driving record (DMV check will be conducted); and proof of automobile insurance as driving a vehicle to attend parent meetings, home visits, and community meetings is required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to change position; to sit, stand, walk, climb or balance; to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; to bend, twist and reach with hands and arms.
• Lift and/or move up to 45 pounds

How to Apply:

Please email a cover letter and resume to resumes@plazacs.org

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

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