Lead Teacher​/Center Director

Location:

Winchester

The position is responsible for the general and day-to-day operations of a Head Start/Early Head Start center or cluster of outlying centers. You will provide coverage to multiple classrooms, ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations; communicate with parents and the community; supervise and monitor all staff assigned to the center(s). The Center Director may be reassigned to various centers as deemed necessary for program operations.

As a front-line representative of Save the Children, Center Directors are required to ensure the safety and security of children and families, adhering to the agency’s values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaborations, Creativity and Integrity.

Operate and oversee the day-to-day functions of the Head Start/Early Head Start center or cluster of centers, including coverage across multiple classrooms and supervision of staff; ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations; engage with families and the community.

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood development or related field plus at least two (2) years of relevant experience
• Proven work experience in a position that directly relates to the implementation and monitoring of program operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of program planning and practices in infant/toddler and preschool center-based programs; thorough knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and best practices related to early childhood education.
• Proven knowledge of general business practices including supervision, accounts payable, inventory control, and risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate successfully with individuals and teams at all levels, whether internal or external
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, children and parents, and outside agencies.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
• Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
• Demonstrated ability to successfully oversee and operate the day-to-day program in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Demonstrated successful time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish or English and other languages used by children and families).