Head Start Director

Company Overview

KIRPC Head Start is dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education and support services to children and families in Jasper, Newton & Pulaski Counties. Our mission is to build positive relationships with families and provide safe and developmentally appropriate services for children. Our vision is to be a high-quality early education agency and to ensure families have a stronger foundation for success.

Summary

We are seeking a Director to lead our Head Start program at KIRPC. This pivotal role involves overseeing program operations, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering an environment that supports the growth and development of children with diverse needs.

Job Classification: Full Time/Full Year-Salaried Exempt

Reports To: KIRPC Governing Board

Supervises: Head Start Management Staff

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Elementary Education with CDA or 12 credit hours of Early Childhood coursework from an accredited college.
• Minimum of five (5) years experience in a Head Start program or minimum of five (5) years in a program directly related to child development.
• Must have at least 2 years experience in supervision of staff, fiscal management, and administration.
• Must have an understanding of Early Childhood and what is considered Best Practices and developmentally appropriate activities for students 3-5 years old.
• Experience working with community agencies preferred.
• Sensitive to the needs of low-income families and multicultural beliefs and practices.
• Must travel throughout Newton, Jasper, and Pulaski County using a personal or agency vehicle with a valid Indiana driver’s license on file. Professional development opportunities may require in and out of state additional travel.
• Obtains an initial physical health examination, TB test, federal fingerprint criminal background check, and drug screen prior to hire.
• Obtains an annual TB screening.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of federal, state and program level regulations and participates in ongoing professional development.
• Maintains consistent overview of the program to ensure that all services and systems are developed in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards & Indiana State Licensing requirements as well as acquires knowledge of KIRPC policies and procedures.
• Participates in professional development opportunities to enhance job skills.
• Possesses and exhibits ability to apply principles of leadership and management in daily practice.
• Possesses & exhibits ability to exercise professional conduct in the workplace.
• Willingness to become CLASS certified and maintain observer reliability.
• Sets professional development goals and actively work to achieve them.
• Has knowledge of technology related to job tasks such as internet, email, and Microsoft Suites and the ability to maintain records on a computerized database tracking system, as necessary.
• Exhibits ability to develop and maintain community partnerships.
• Creates & oversees a budget for Head Start services and the financial status of the program utilizing the budget and monthly financial reports.

This is a Full-Time Position, 35 Hours/Week. KIRPC offers a comprehensive benefit package including: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. This position will also receive vacation, PTO, holiday, and bereavement pay as well as PERF. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we invite you to apply for the Director position at KIRPC Head Start today!

For inquires please contact Lynette at lcarpent@urhere.net or Edwin at elb@kirpc.in.gov.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person