Head Start Preschool Center Supervisor

Sieda is currently accepting applications for a full-time (40 hrs/wk) Center Supervisor for the Mahaska, Jefferson, Keokuk County's Preschool/Sieda Head Start Partnership. QUALIFICATIONS: The Center Supervisor position has the overall responsibility for assuring a quality Head Start Program that meets state licensing regulations, and Head Start Program Performance Standards through regular, consistent monitoring of day-to-day operations. Is responsible for providing resources, support, supervision, and coaching for county staff, including teachers, teacher assistants, nutrition assistants, and substitutes. Sieda Community Action is an EEO/AA employer. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill, and/or ability required to be considered for this position. - FORMAL EDUCATION: - Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or in a related field. Coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education, preferred. - EXPERIENCE: - The Head Start Center Supervisor position requires previous experience in a Preschool or Child Care setting. - Minimum of two years of leadership experience required. TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY: - Requires moderate level computer knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office programs, Google docs, and Gmail. - Requires moderate level computer knowledge and experience with Windows based operating system. - Must collect, enter, and update data into ChildPlus.net an existing Head Start management program with minimal training. - Must collect, enter, and update data into Teaching Strategies GOLD an existing online early childhood assessment program with minimal training. - Must perform simple maintenance to keep computers operational. OTHER: - Must be able to pass a criminal background check and complete a physical examination - Salary range for this position is $20.53-$24.12 based on education and experience. The deadline for applications is October 30, 2026. Sieda requires resumes for all positions in the organization. Please be certain your resume is complete, up-to-date, and includes dates of employment for past positions. For additional information please contact: Ranae Banicky Assistant Director-Child Development rbanicky@sieda.org ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Full Job Description JOB TITLE: Head Start Center Supervisor UNIT: Child Development REPORTS TO: Child Development Assistant Director FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt SUMMARY: The Center Supervisor position has the overall responsibility for assuring a quality Head Start Program that meets state licensing regulations, and Head Start Program Performance Standards through regular, consistent monitoring of day-to-day operations. Is responsible for providing resources, support, supervision, and coaching for county staff, including teachers, teacher assistants, nutrition assistants, and substitutes. DUTIES: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs complex duties requiring advanced skills as follows: - Comprehends and follows state licensing regulations, SIEDA and Child Development Division Policies and Procedures, and Head Start Performance Standards to assure compliance in all areas of Head Start center operations. - Provides support, resources, and supervision to all classroom and nutrition staff. - Conducts reflective supervision sessions at least quarterly with all staff under his/her supervision to discuss performance and progress toward identified goals. - Completes annual performance evaluations, onboarding, and corrective action plans (if needed) for each staff under his/her supervision. - Monitors supervision of volunteers and practicum students in classrooms under their supervision. - Monitors paperwork/documentation required of staff he/she supervises to ensure compliance with all regulations such as Agency, Division, and Head Start Policies and Procedures, Licensing Regulations, and Performance Standards. - Assists the Education Coordinator, Assistant Director, and/or Director in identifying training needs and potential resources. - Works with all Coordinators/Specialist to ensure full compliance in all Head Start service delivery areas. - Completes all center documentation and checklist as required, including bussing, if applicable. - Serves as a substitute in the classroom when staff is absent and no substitute is available. - Meets with parents individually as needed/requested to discuss child’s participation in the program, includes attending SOD or IEP meetings. - Refers families to appropriate community resources when need is identified. - Serves as a member of all applicable Head Start committees. - Demonstrates professional behavior within job responsibilities; including mentoring to county staff appropriate work ethics, communications, team building skills, conflict resolution, problem solving skills, and positive attitude. - Maintains an attractive environment, keeping an orderly and functioning office area. - Generates, collects, and enters in-kind in to ChildPlus.net an existing Head Start management program for assigned sites/centers. - Responsible for participation and facilitation of our Head Start coaching model with staff not under direct supervision. - Other duties determined necessary to support the Child Development Team in achieving the goals of the Head Start Program. INDEPENDENT ACTION: - Receives minimal supervision regarding task guidelines and completion DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY: - Limited independent decision-making authority. ADDITIONAL TRAINING: - Obtain Management Acceleration Program (MAP) certificate which does not require ongoing CEUs. - Must obtain and maintain CLASS reliability certification, which does not require ongoing CEUs. - Must complete required training hours annually, per Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) Child Care Center regulations & Head Start Performance Standards. - All staff are considered mandatory reporters of child abuse and required to hold a valid training certificate. - All staff coming in contact with children are required to have up to date training in CPR, First Aid and Universal Precautions. - Participates in pre-service, in-service/other trainings, AEA staffing, staff meetings, and committee work as required. - Seeks out professional development through education, role modeling, mentoring, and by utilizing available resources and training opportunities. PROGRAM REPRESENTATION: - Requires expansive levels of interaction with staff, customers, other agencies or funders in a role where they represent the Head Start program. PROGRAM DESIGN AND PLANNING: - Involved in the planning of the Head Start program reflective of his/her job responsibilities. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: - Provides limited supervision with moderate accountability for select Head Start program personnel. OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Supports and models the agency’s and unit’s mission, vision, and values. - Maintain a regular attendance pattern to assure continuity of services and adequate staff coverage. - Demonstrate professional behavior at all times including appearance and maintaining an orderly functioning classroom and office areas. - Treat all individuals in a courteous, non-judgmental, reasonable and confidential manner. - Must uphold the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Code of Ethics and Head Start Standards of Conduct. - Accepts responsibility as a member of the team and works cooperatively with all staff for the benefit of children and their families to meet identified goals. LANGUAGE SKILLS: - Ability to speak comfortably and effectively one-to-one or in group settings. - Ability to demonstrate good listening skills. - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret most complex documents. - Ability to respond effectively to customer/staff complaints. REASONING ABILITY: - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and take appropriate action based on compliance with established rules, regulations, policies and procedures. - Ability to convey information to staff, parents and members of the local community. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, move quickly, use hand to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. - The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds, climb stairs, pick up and move children and/or equipment. - Vision abilities required by this job include close, distant and peripheral vision. - Head Start employees must pass a Pre-Employment Physical and TB Screen, then successfully pass a physical exam and TB screen every 3 years while employed in the Head Start Program. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. - The work environment is both inside and outside. - The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate. OTHER: - Head Start employees must pass a Pre-Employment state criminal record check, then successfully pass a state criminal record check every 2 years while employed in the Child Development unit. - Head Start employees must pass a federal criminal record check with-in 6 weeks of employment, then successfully pass a federal criminal record check every 4 years while employed in the Head Start Program. - Travel is required both in and outside the service area. Proof of auto insurance and valid driving license is required. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to be considered for this position. FORMAL EDUCATION: - Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or in a related field. Coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education, preferred. EXPERIENCE: - The Head Start Center Supervisor position requires previous experience in a Preschool or Child Care setting. - Minimum of two years of leadership experience required. TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY: - Requires moderate level computer knowledge and experience with Google docs, and Gmail. - Requires moderate level computer knowledge and experience with Windows based operating system. - Must collect, enter, and update data into ChildPlus.net an existing Head Start management program with minimal training. - Must collect, enter, and update data into Teaching Strategies GOLD an existing online early childhood assessment program with minimal training. - Must perform simple maintenance to keep computers operational.