Head Start Preschool Center Supervisor

Sieda is currently accepting applications for a full-time (40 hrs/wk) Center Supervisor for Keokuk Jefferson and Mahaska counties.

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 Bachelors 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 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.

Taking applications until January 2 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 of Child Development

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 childs 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 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 agencys and units 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 Bachelors 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 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.

Required Experience:

Manager