Head Start Program Trainer

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Head Start Program Trainer

US-TX-Corpus Christi

Job :

Type: Regular Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Head Start

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant‑leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values:

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head‑on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

The Program Trainer is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering training programs to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, Child Care Minimum Standards, and funding requirements. This role includes administering pre- and post‑assessments, managing training records, and supporting new employee orientation. The Program Trainer collaborates with leadership to design and implement professional development initiatives, track staff certifications, and provide ongoing training support.

Additionally, this position ensures all employees meet required training standards, including CPR/First Aid certification, and maintains accurate documentation to support program compliance and staff development.

The Program Trainer delivers new employee orientation, annual mandatory training, and supplemental training for employees, contractors, and volunteers. The Program Trainer provides instruction on a range of training topics while assisting in the implementation of a comprehensive training plan that aligns with federal requirements and state licensing regulations. This role fosters a culture of continuous learning and professional development while ensuring high‑quality training standards.

• Design, administer, and assess pre‑and post‑training evaluations to ensure learning objectives are met and competencies are validated.
• Facilitate Head Start new employee orientation, ensuring alignment with Head Start policies, Child Care Licensing standards, and organizational guidelines.
• Provide training for new and existing employees on required topics, including Head Start regulations, licensing standards, and grant requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of employee training, monitor expiration dates, and ensure compliance with Head Start and Child Care Licensing requirements.
• Schedule and facilitate the annual Head Start Preschool in‑service training.
• Input and manage Head Start training requirements through the designated learning management system (LMS) platform.
• Conduct training and recertification for all Head Start staff in CPR and First Aid to meet Child Care Minimum Standards 746.1315.
• Work with leadership and key departments to plan and execute professional development, ensuring compliance with Head Start and Upbring regulations.
• Prepare monthly reports for leadership, track training issues, and provide documentation to maintain program compliance.
• Follow up with new employees at designated intervals (30, 60, and 90 days) to ensure training completion and support their professional growth.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, Child Care Minimum Standards, and Head Start Program Performance Standards, always prioritizing child health, safety, and well‑being.

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• One (1) year of experience in training, professional development, or adult learning facilitation.
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards (HSPPS) and…