Head Start Education Program Manager - 493074
- Drake Head Start
- Staff, full-time (32+ hours per week)
Title: Education Program Manager
Position Number: 493074
Unit/Department: Drake Head Start
FTE: Full-time
Salary: 72,134.00 - 81,526.00
Department Summary:
The Mission of Head Start and Early Head Start is a noble one: “changing lives to change tomorrow.”
Drake University Head Start and Early Head Start programs support the comprehensive development of children from birth to age 5, in classroom settings, home-based programs, & childcare partner locations.
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for oversight of four program coordinators and floating classroom staff. The role oversees curriculum and educational material needs, develops and monitors educational program calendars, and assists in the agency administration.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree w/ graduate or undergraduate course work in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Elementary School Administration, and/or special Education Services
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with young children and families with direct classroom instruction, and working in and/or supporting special education environments
- Minimum of 2 years administrative and/or supervision experience
- Current Iowa Driver’s License and the ability to be covered by the University’s insurance carrier.
Preferred Qualifications:
Head Start Experience
Job Duties:
25%-Oversee curriculum and educational material needs: Ensure all teaching staff and coordinators have sufficient knowledge, training, experience, and competencies to fulfill the roles and responsibilities of their positions and ensure high-quality service delivery. Monitor projects initiated by program coordinators and classroom staff to ensure maximum effectiveness and compliance.
25% - Supervise and guide HS/EHS program coordinators & CCP Directors: Assess the needs, arrange, coordinate, evaluate, and monitor the professional development of program coordinators. Ensure Head Start, and Early Head Start programs are in compliance with federal, state, and local laws rules, codes, and performance standards. Assess relevant needs, arrange, coordinate, and evaluate professional development as committee co-chair. Ensure the professional development of classroom staff is aligned with relevant curriculum and competencies. Encourage collaboration with instruction coaches, behavior interventionist, mental health consultants, and family engagement specialists.
15% - Develop and monitor educational programs: recommend and implement policies, procedures, programs and new initiatives for functional areas related to educational curriculum. Act as Teaching Strategies Gold Administrator, archiving inactive students and granting access to classrooms, teachers, and coordinators. Monitor HS and EHS programs and analyze information to make programmatic recommendations as necessary.
15% - Create and maintain accurate reports and records within applicable regulations and Performance Standards. Maintain confidentiality of all documents maintained in the department. Oversee accurate program reporting and records within applicable regulations and Performance Standards for Head Start Agency. Maintain center quality assurance measures via state Quality Rating and Improvement System (IQ4K).
5% - Assist in the agency administration: Serve as a member of the agency’s Leadership Team. Recommend procedures for childcare partnerships. Assume day-to-day responsibility for the Drake University Head Start program when the Director is on leave.
5% - Staff management: assist in development of job descriptions, interviewing, and selection of new staff. Conduct performance management via one-on-ones and annual performance appraisals. Maintain performance documentation.
5% - Collaborate with Intervention & Disability Program Manager Collaborate with staff in utilizing data to oversee a coordinated approach that ensures the full and effective participation of all children with identified disabilities or suspected delays and their families via Child Assistance Team (CAT). Ensure responsive systems and quality services across the program. Encourage the Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) within the program, be familiar with local AEAs/LEAs participation in evaluation and services.
5% - Federal Head Start Program Performance Standards, state and local regulations, r rules and requirements compliance. Maintain strict confidentiality of all records and documents. Maintain department records and reports in a secure manner. Represent Drake University and Drake University Head Start in a professional manner. Treat clients, co-workers, staff, parents and community members with respect and civility, and ensure a safe and inclusive environment for everyone at all times. React to change productively, maintain prompt and regular attendance, and perform all other duties as assigned. Promote Head Start philosophy and initiatives..
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants will be asked to complete the online application and attach a resume/cv and cover letter.
Questions about the position, the application process, or working at Drake may be directed to Drake Human Resources at jobs@drake.edu.
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, satisfactory reference checks, and proof of work authorization.
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
About Drake:
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Drake:
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. Drake University is proud to support an equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. In fact, the celebration of diversity and inclusion are embedded in our Core Values. Learn more about our DEI commitment and efforts here.
We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you are a member of a socially or historically underrepresented or marginalized group or you have actively demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage you to apply. If you are a member of one of the equity groups identified by applicable law, we encourage you to self-identify, where requested in our online application system.
Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (ph: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
At Drake University, we highly value a diverse, inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We stand firmly against discrimination including on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
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