Head Start Community Partnership Coordinator

Head Start Community Partnership Coordinator

Join Action Pathways, Inc. as a Full‑time/Exempt Head Start Community Partnership Coordinator located in Fayetteville, NC.

The Head Start Community Engagement Coordinator fosters relationships between Head Start programs and the community, promoting family and community involvement in early childhood education. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing community outreach strategies, building partnerships with local organizations, and ensuring families are aware of and connected to available resources, as well as completing internal reports related to Head Start Program services and Non‑Federal Share Match.

The Community Partnership Coordinator reports directly to the Deputy Director.

• Forge and nurture connections within the community and engage parents and volunteers to enhance return on Non‑Federal Share contributions.
• Seek partnerships and collaborations that align with the mission, leveraging relationships to maximize in‑kind support.
• Manage Non‑Federal Share (In‑Kind) data, tracking contributions and providing detailed reporting to the Deputy Director.
• Develop and implement outreach and recruitment strategies to bring families into the Head Start program through events, presentations, and networking.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community organizations, agencies, and businesses; develop, maintain, and update Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with community agencies under the direction of the Deputy Director.
• Plan and coordinate family engagement activities such as workshops, trainings, and social events in collaboration with the Head Start Parent Engagement Specialist.
• Provide families with information, referrals, and support to access community resources related to health, education, and social services.
• Facilitate communication between Head Start staff, families, and the community for effective information sharing.
• Collect data on community engagement activities, track family participation, and prepare reports for program evaluation and improvement.
• Advocate for the needs of Head Start families within the community and promote the program’s mission and goals.
• Compile and submit monthly Program Information reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Education: Minimum Associate’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, or related field. Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, social work, or a related human services field is preferred.
• Experience: Community outreach, family services, or early childhood education experience.
• Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Head Start performance standards and community resources.
• Proficiency with relevant software and data management systems.
• Proven experience with the philosophy and practices of Head Start/Early Head Start and family engagement and community partnership practices.
• Proven knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and Head Start Act.

• Maintain all required certifications, licenses, and physicals in a timely manner.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation.
• Good health evidenced by an annual physical and TB test with negative results.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications encouraged.
• Effective analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Pass a criminal background check and maintain an active Criminal Background Check (CBC) Qualification letter through the NC Division of Child Development.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the needs of low‑income children and families; familiarity with community programs and resources, including those for special needs.
• Fluency in Spanish as a second language is a plus.

• Background check with state and Federal law enforcement agencies required.
• Pre‑employment substance abuse screening test with a negative result.
• Post‑offer physical examination required.
• Submission and receipt of negative random drug testing results.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required.

• Competitive pay
• Zero‑cost health, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability (employee only)
• Retirement plan with 5% employer matching
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid professional development training
• Education assistance
• Auto mileage reimbursement for official travel
• Employee discounts
• Bragg Mutual Credit Union membership
• Employee recognition events

Applicants must apply online ion pathways.ngo.

Entry level

Full‑time

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