Education Manager

Summary

The Education Manager will serve as a part of the management team to monitor and support early learning and child development services.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to policy and procedure development, coordinating training and professional development, monitoring classrooms for quality, supervise and/or coach teachers. 

Duties

• Carries out program goals and objectives relative to Head Start Performance Standards and local policies and procedures.
• Conducts classroom visits for the purpose of observing staff/team work, classroom environment, activities, curriculum implementation, classroom maintenance, safety, and children's records.
• Prepare, collect, aggregate, and analyze data to ensure continuous improvement in program operations.
• Provide feedback on data and opportunities for continuous improvement to Education Coordinator, Program Services Team Leader and Head Start/Early Head Start Program Director.
• Must obtain CLASS Observation certifications in Infant, Toddler, or Pre-K during first year of employment at the cost to HRCAP Head Start. Certifications must be maintained annually.
• Assist in updating the education service plan annually, in conjunction with education coordinator, service area managers, policy council, staff and parents.
• Makes recommendations regarding personnel actions for teaching staff in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Prepares an annual assessment of equipment and material needs, recommend the purchase of equipment and materials that meet the age-level of the children.
• Coordinates with Mental Health/Disabilities Coordinator, Education Coordinator, and other service area staff to make provisions for special needs children.
• Work with Mental Health/Disabilities Coordinator and LEAs to represent Education Dept. at Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)/ Individualized Education Planning (IEP), Child Staffing's, etc. when needed
• Assist the education coordinator in the planning of the educational program with staff and parents
• Supervises the implementation of planned activities in accordance with the Creative Curriculum and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Reviews lesson plans for developmentally appropriate activities and documentation of individualization.
• Plans and assist staff in implementing parent engagement in the education program.
• Assists in the coordination of other service areas in conjunction with education, Early Head Start and Mental Health/ Disabilities, i.e., Health, Nutrition, Family and Community Partnerships, Program Design and Management, and Transportation.
• Conducts orientation and training for new staff, volunteers, and/or consultants.
• Coordinates and implements collaborative efforts in Community Partnerships.
• Conducts periodic Performance Evaluations as required by agency's personnel policies.
• Conducts individual staff and team meetings.
• Assists each staff member in improving his or her skills and professional competencies, and conducts a training needs assessment for teaching staff.
• Assists education staff with planning home visits and conference, and attending both when necessary.
• Attends management team meetings.
• Coordinates with Early Head Start Coordinator and staff to ensure children's smooth transition from Early Head Start to Head Start.
• Coordinates with appropriate staff to ensure children's smooth transition from Head Start to Kindergarten.
• Selects, develops, and evaluates the education curriculum with involvement of Education Coordinator, Program Services Team Leader, Director, Staff and parents.
• Assists the Education Coordinator with planning of ongoing training and professional development for the education staff.
• Support staff concerning issues of classroom environments, behavior management, and inclusion of children with special needs and transitioning of children and their families. This includes, but not limited to phone, e-mail, written reports, record-keeping and tracking of data.
• Assists staff in setting professional/educational goals with individual staff members.
• Plans and attends meetings and conferences as delegated by the Education Coordinator and/or the Head Start Director.
• Complete all assigned and regularly scheduled reports, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicates with the Education Coordinator on a regular basis regarding classroom activities and staff updates.
• Assist in the transportation effort to ensure safe transport of children to and from Head Start program activities.
• Remain knowledgeable about all Head Start Federal and Local Regulations.
• Ensure that child and family data and Personal Identifiable Information (PII) is kept confidential according policies and procedures.
• Provide services to all customers and staff without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Start Director to ensure that high quality program services are carried out in accordance to HRCAP, local, state, and federal regulations.

Requirements

Must have a baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education or a baccalaureate or advanced degree and equivalent coursework in early childhood education; four years of supervisory experience; at least four years of teaching in a preschool and /or kindergarten setting. Experience with Microsoft 365, WORD, EXCEL, and POWERPOINT. Ability to manage database systems. Must have a successful Criminal Background Check, Child Protective Service registry, physical, and TB test at the time of employment and periodically per state, local and federal requirements. Must have and maintain valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record. Must be willing to travel locally and overnight.

 

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage options are available for employees and dependents. Employer pays seventy-five (75%) of the premium costs for health insurance. Coverage becomes effective on the first day of the month following the date of hire. The cost of coverage depends on the plan options and/or dependent coverage elected. All health insurance premiums are deducted from payroll on a pre-tax basis through a Section 125 Plan. Our retirement plan consists of a dollar for dollar matching contribution on salary reduction contributions made by each participant up to 3% after one year of service.

About Us

The Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) is a nonprofit community action agency that has been serving residents of southeastern Virginia for over 50 years. As an award-winning organization, we have been a pivotal contributor to the economic stability of individuals, families and the community here in Hampton Roads. HRCAP is a regional organization with a steadfast commitment to improve the quality of life through programs in education, training, work experience, emergency services, housing counseling, and many other proven strategies. We have been at the forefront of attacking the root causes of poverty towards the goal of elimination. As a result, many families have broken the chains of poverty and are now equipped for success!

Qualified individuals should apply at 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607. Office hours are 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Monday through Friday. You can visit: http://www.hrcapinc.org to print an application and mail to P.O. Box 37, Newport News, VA 23607. Also you can email your application and resume to hrcapresume@hrcapinc.org