1) Works with
instructional staff to provide and monitor quality developmental
environments and experiences for children, ensuring adherence with Head
Start Performance Standards, TAP Head Start Service Area Plans, the
Minimum Standards for Licensed Child Day Programs in Virginia, the Creative
Curriculum and Accreditation Standards of the NAEYC National Academy of
Early Childhood Programs (where applicable).
a) Observes the
classroom on a weekly basis using the Early Childhood Environmental Rating
Scale, and the NAEYC Accreditation Classroom Observation Form and provides
feedback to staff for purposes of their development in program-defined
competency areas and job description responsibilities
b) Assists
classroom staff in selecting materials and equipment
i)
Reviews and approves all quarterly supply lists
ii) Approves
all requests for large equipment, as needed
iii) Assists in
purchasing and preparing special project materials, upon request
iv) Receives and
maintains file of yearly inventory for use in purchasing
v) Distributes,
receives and maintains prioritized needs lists for each center for use in
purchasing
c) Obtains and
maintains prioritized needs lists for classrooms under supervision
d) Submits
requisitions for purchase of classroom equipment and supplies to Education
Supervisor as needed
e) Works with
Education Coordinator team to submit orders for classroom supplies each
quarter.
f) Monitors
planning and implementation of classroom activities and home visits
i)
Reviews lesson plans weekly to assure compliance with Head Start
Performance Standards
ii) Receives
and approves all field trip requests
iii) Reviews food
experiences and health and nutrition activities
iv) Assists the
teaching staff with getting parents involved in the education program both
in the classroom and at home
v) Monitors
children’s education records to ensure that they are accurate and up to
date
vi) Observes at least
one home visit per year for each teacher
2) Encourages
and facilitates a team approach among all service area staff in all
centers.
a) Attends
center staff meetings when possible
b) Maintains
open communication with all staff
c) Motivates and
supports staff through positive feed back and recognition of staff
strengths whenever possible
d) Coordinates
and facilitates problem-solving process when applicable
e) Involves
appropriate service area representatives in problem-solving activities
3) Completes performance
appraisals and uses results to guide staff in their own professional
development.
a) Completes
performance appraisals annually for all staff in assigned centers, using
criteria based upon job descriptions. Performance appraisals are
completed based on the following criteria:
i)
Classroom and home-visit observations
ii) Documentation
of satisfactory completion of regular job duties, exemplary performance,
and problems
iii) Professional
development goals
iv) Self-assessments
b) Completes
follow-up appraisals within 30 days for all staff who rate 2 or less on
performance appraisal forms, or as indicated in individual plans and
performance appraisals
4) Works with
Training Coordinator to promote activities that will contribute to the
professional development of center staff:
a) Plans and
coordinates workshops and training sessions, in cooperation Head Start
Training/Transition Coordinator
b) Makes recommendations
and provides information to staff about available opportunities for
professional development
c) Ensures that
staff have completed individual Professional Development Plans on file with
Training Coordinator
d) Assists with
CDA certification or re-certification, as needed
5) Supports a
team approach in working with other Head Start Coordinators and supervisors
to meet Head Start Performance Standards and further the goals of the
program.
a) Contributes
to the Head Start Newsletter, which includes information related to all
service areas, semi-annually
b) Works with
all service area staff and Coordinators to evaluate effectiveness of teams
in assigned centers
c) Encourages
and supports Lead Teachers to create an atmosphere in the centers that is
welcoming to parents and families
d) Inspects
program sites and reports to the appropriate service area supervisor any
health, safety, fire, occupancy, licensing, or other violations for
corrective action, as needed
e) Attends all
appropriate staff meetings, regularly
f) Identifies
and reports all suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to Child
Protective Services, with copies to Head Start Director, Education
Supervisor, and Supervisor of Family and Community Partnerships
g) Works with
FCP staff to secure support services for families when CPS reports are
necessary
h) Maintains a
working knowledge of most current Head Start Performance Standards, Minimum
Standards for Licensed Child Care Programs, and NAEYC Accreditation
Standards
6) Supports a
team approach in serving as a member of the Education Staff.
a) Informs
Education Supervisor of needs, problems, and concerns regarding
Center-based program
b) Meets with
Education Supervisor to provide updates on progress, goals, and activities
in the Center-based Program
c) Provides
Education Supervisor with written monthly reports on Center-based Program
activities
d) Makes
Education Supervisor aware of staffing changes and vacancies as they occur
e) Submits
information for filling vacancies to Education Supervisor; receives
applications; schedules and chairs screening and interview committees for
hiring new center staff; and follows all additional hiring procedures as
instructed by Administrative Office Manager
f) Maintains
substitute list and assists Lead Teachers with finding substitutes as
needed
g) Ensures that
updated educational credentials and training documentation are submitted to
Training Coordinator for filing in training files
h) Works to
continually improve and update professional skills and knowledge by
attending meetings, conferences, or classes to keep informed of current
best practices in the field
7) Works with
Monitoring and Compliance Supervisor to complete and submit licensing and
accreditation applications and re-applications for assigned centers as
necessary.
8) Reports
suspected child abuse and neglect to supervisor and appropriate
authorities.
9) Adheres to
NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct
