Job Summary
Under general direction, manages assigned classroom sites for the Head Start and Early Head Start programs. Provides ongoing coaching/supervision of assigned education staff in the areas of curriculum, assessment, individualizing, learning environments and other areas of Early Childhood Development. Serves as a resource to staff and parents on child development services, Head Start Performance Standards, and program policies and procedures. Coordinates the efficient operations of assigned site, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards. Develops and manages department policies and procedures, assists with and carries out strategic goals, collaborates with applicable college employees and external liaisons, manages department budget and provides direct supervision of department employees. Works independently and in a team environment to support the vision, mission and goals of the College and the Child Development and Family Support programs.

Position Specific Duties

• Collaborates effectively with the Education Manager to develop work plans, policies and procedures that will guide Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Classroom Aides.
• Observes classrooms and home visits on a regular schedule and meets with education staff to identify areas of compliance, non-compliance and best practices. Ensures performance expectations are met.
• Coordinates all site/facility operations as assigned. Responsible to ensure safe and efficient operations at assigned location(s). Establishes and monitors site level procedures for provision of quality services.
• Acts as the liaison and information conduit between central office leadership, staff and community collaborators.
• Works in collaboration with program specialists and consultants to ensure compliance and quality services in the areas of health, nutrition, disabilities, parent involvement, and mental health.
• Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parent involvement throughout the program in conjunction with Education and Family Services Staff.
• Reviews lesson plans and home visit plans to ensure compliance with program policies and procedures.
• Assesses classroom equipment needs and makes appropriate recommendations.

• Provides strategic support and input to the design and improvement of the department and related programs and services; responsible for carrying out strategic initiatives. Assists with the preparation of short- and long-term plans in support of College and CDFS mission, vision and goals.
• Manages the day-to-day department budget operations ensuring spending within budget allocation; provides input and direction to the budget planning process.
• Responsible for training, personal and professional development, encouragement and motivation of employees to enhance individual skills, promote professional growth and maximize staff performance. Fosters a team environment that encourages and supports teamwork, and models and maintains high standards and performance expectations.
• Responsible for employee supervision, including recruitment, selection, orientation, scheduling, evaluation, coaching, rewards/recognition, discipline, and in holding staff accountable.
• Maintains strong customer service relationships with program families, College employees, community members, and other district-wide constituencies. Ensures department employees provide excellent customer service by treating customers with courtesy and respect, showing concern for their needs, and investigating and resolving requests and concerns. Ensures a welcoming, supportive, and respectful work environment.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with internal employees in assessing department issues and services. Actively participates on and/or leads various College committees, meetings and work groups.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with business and industry partners, agencies, community organizations and/or education institutions. May serve as College representative on various statewide, local and College committees and attend events as appropriate.
• Monitors compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, accrediting commissions, licensing requirements, and with CDFS and administrative regulations and Board policies as appropriate. Reports suspected child abuse in accordance with Oregon Statute and Head Start procedures. Applies the Colleges interpretation of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Promotes innovation and improved services for students, employees and the community. Utilizes existing department technology to maximize efficiency and advocates for the continuing expansion of technology within fiscal constraints.
• Attends training sessions and participates in professional training opportunities.
• Dedicated to and promotes diversity in staffing, curriculum, programs and services.
• Ensures and promotes health and safety in the workplace.
• Maintains the confidentially of information.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or Bachelors degree in any other field of study and 6 college level courses totaling 16 credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (each course must earn at least 2 or more credits)
• Three years of experience working with children and families in an early childhood program, including at least two years as a classroom teacher
• Two years of supervisory experience
• Experience working with diverse backgrounds of the Colleges community, students and employees; demonstrated commitment to promoting access and diversity
• Current drivers license, insurance, and access to a reliable automobile during work hours for transportation to off-campus sites

• Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development
• Bilingual skills: oral and written fluency in English with fluency also in Spanish, Russian or another language that meets community/departments needs
• Previous experience in Head Start or Early Head Start

Additional Qualifications

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  Must be enrolled in the Oregon Central Background Registry prior to beginning employment and enrollment must be maintained throughout employment
• Post-offer fitness for duty evaluation, must be obtained within 30 days of hire date:
• TB screening
• Health appraisal
• Oregon food handlers card, must be obtained within 30 days of hire date
• Infant/child first aid/CPR, must be obtained within 60 days of hire date

• Knowledge of early childhood education/child development theories and practices
• Knowledge of or ability to establish relationships with local community programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles.
• High performance through creativity, positive spirit, and multi-tasking
• Project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate needs and make decisions
• Strong organizational, communication, human resource and interpersonal skills, with a team-based approach to leadership
• Knowledge of institutional budgeting and accounting processes
• Skills in motivating, training and developing a high performing staff
• Skills in building collaboration and sustaining productive and respectful working relationships, both internally and externally
• Ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• High personal integrity and sound professional ethics
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, including mediation and public speaking skills
• Computer proficiency (preferably in Microsoft Windows environment) to effectively communicate, gather data and generate reports
• Knowledge of and commitment to the use of information technology to support advancement programs

Working Conditions
Works assigned schedule, and exhibits regular and predictable attendance. As necessary to meet workload demands, works outside of typical schedule including evening/weekend hours. Work may require travel to off-campus locations. Work is sometimes performed in an emotional and stressful environment.

Important Information
If you require technical support with your account or application, please call 877-204-4442 Option 1. For position-specific questions, please email CDFS.jobs@mhcc.edu. Be sure to include your phone number.

The College reserves the right to request proof of degree or certification at a later date if these documents are required as part of the qualifications for the position.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.