Head Start Center Supervisor - Valdez

Summary

The Head Start Site Supervisor is a program-specific position. This is a part‑time direct service position within the Chugachmiut Division of Administration. Under the supervision of the Head Start Director, the Site Supervisor is responsible for oversight and operations of the local Head Start program, ensuring a safe and enriching environment for children, integrating all Head Start components into classroom activities and home visits.

Oversees all aspects of center staffing; develops family and community partnerships.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines, including traditional foods guidelines, Head Start Program Performance Standards, Chugachmiut Policies, and the Head Start Operations Manual.
• Responsible for the day‑to‑day supervision and scheduling of site staff.
• Conducts staff performance evaluations, provides ongoing support and supervision, and addresses disciplinary issues as needed.
• Oversees, in collaboration with the Head Start Operations Manager, the recruitment and hiring of site staff, including substitutes.
• Makes recommendations for the suspension and/or termination of staff to the Head Start Program Manager.
• Effectively manages and resolves conflicts and ensures the well‑being of children and staff.
• Establishes and maintains a healthy, safe, and enjoyable working and learning environment for staff, parents, children, and visitors.
• Conducts site and facility monitoring per policies and procedures.
• Ensures quality services are provided, submits required documentation, forms, and data on time to the Management team, and helps maintain and update all site records.
• Submits requests for approval to order materials and supplies for classroom programs, activities, and the facility.
• Orients employees to the local program and trains and instructs employees in job duties.
• Promotes team building by encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• 18 years of age or older.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Must have or be willing to earn a center‑based preschool or infant/toddler CDA credential or a State‑awarded certificate (Alaska SEED Level
  6) that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, and be enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree, to be completed within the prescribed timeline.
• Previous experience supervising/overseeing an early childhood program is preferred.
• Must obtain State of Alaska Food Safety Card or Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate and update as required.

Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Chugachmiut maintains a drug/alcohol and non‑smoking work environment.

Chugachmiut is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Chugachmiut has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93‑638 Indian Self Determination Act.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Part‑time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Non‑profit Organizations