Center Manager with DPI License

Department: Head Start
Location: Blair, WI
Status: Full Time
Shift: Days
Starting Wage: $50,310 - $62,888 per year

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Job Description:

Western Dairyland Head Start is hiring a full-time Center Manager with DPI License to work at our Head Start Center located at N31024 Elland Road,  Blair, WI.

Head Start promotes school readiness of children under the age of five from income-eligible families by supporting their growth and development in a positive learning environment through comprehensive services, which include early learning, health, and family well-being. We're a mission-driven organization making a positive impact in our community since 1966.

Essential Functions:

  • Plan program development and interagency cooperation with the Education Manager
  • Supervision and oversight of daily operations of staff schedule, transportation routes, attendance matters, oversight of education, nutrition, and health services programming
  • Oversight of the curriculum and planning of the yearly calendar with the Education Manager and other staff
  • Recommend and process requests for the purchase of equipment and supplies  
  • Oversight of the health and safety of participants in the Center and in the transportation system
  • Plan and provide staff training
  • Oversight of screening and assessment of all enrolled children
  • Recruitment of eligible families in coordination with Parent and Community Manager
  • Develop and facilitate child, parent, family and community engagement activities   
  • Maintain equipment, space, vehicles, and materials in good working condition
  • Provide orientation to parents, staff, and children 
  • Coordinate tiered staffing with appropriate staff for each child and family 
  • Coordinate with ERSEA Manager in recruiting eligible families, maintain enrollment lists determined according to eligibility guidelines established by the Head Start Performance Standards 
  • Assure screening is complete, reviewed and referrals for children with suspected needs are communicated to the Education Manager
  • Assure ongoing assessment is recorded in child portfolios and ongoing observation, and progress is assessed three times per year 
  • Assure IEP goals are reviewed and implemented in weekly planning 
  • Consult with parents at home visits and center conferences on children’s experiences and progress 
  • Provide training to volunteers 
  • Provide information on class activities at parent meetings and through handouts and newsletters
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to culture and family background 
  • Schedule and attend parent involvement activities 
  • Maintain Confidentiality 
  • Monitor daily operations for suitability, compliance with Performance Standards, and component plans 
  • Evaluate children’s assessments and progress reports 
  • Participate and implement continuous quality improvement plans
  • Review and report outcomes towards school readiness goals and to staff and parents 
  • Review staff credentials and ensure progress towards professional plans and applicable credentials or licensing is being made 
  • Consult with schools, health providers, and other agencies and professionals to ensure coordination of efforts on behalf of children and families 
  • Participate in organizations and groups concerned with family and children’s issues, if applicable 
  • Set up a system to comply with state and local regulation, including USDA Child Care Food Program, State Day Care Licensing Rules and Regulations, Head Start Performance Standards and others as applicable 
  • Coordinate plans and activities with other program area components
  • Coordinate with cooperating day care centers 
  • Assure that online records for each family and child are maintained as required.  (Teaching Strategies Gold and Child Plus) 
  • Maintain up-to-date enrollment lists and attendance records 
  • Assure that medical log book, progress reports, daily health and safety check lists, nutrition and transportation forms, lesson plans, screening assessment and other required documentation is kept current and on file or posted as applicable 
  • Maintain resources and supply inventory records and petty cash accounts
  • Report to Parent Groups and Direct supervisor 
  • Maintain children’s files and medical log 
  • Maintain Current DPI license, if applicable  
  • Maintain record of ongoing education as require 
  • Prepare monthly report 
  • Knowledge of state and federal Head Start regulations; Child Care Licensing Rules; Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework; Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement; and Developmentally Appropriate Practices 
  • Demonstrate understanding of Head Start philosophy and Western Dairyland Head Start’s core values 
  • Comply with Policies and Procedures and Standards of Conduct 
  • Complete individual needs assessment and develop professional development goal annually 
  • Complete a minimum of 15 hours of professional development per year 
  • Provide support for classroom staff dealing with children with challenging behaviors 

Supervision:

  • Supervise Teachers, Teacher Assistants, Bus Drivers, and Cooks
  • Interpret rules, regulations, and procedures to staff
  • Monitor staff interactions with parents and children and other staff 
  • Monitor staff, parent, and volunteer implementation of daily activities
  • Conduct staff evaluations and assist with classroom team meetings 
  • Plan and conduct monthly staff meetings in accordance with state licensing
  • Provide assistance to staff to enhance children’s progress 
  • Monitor and approve time records, travel and expense vouchers, and other reports and records 
  • Monitor use costs of supplies, and other expenses
  • Train and orientate staff

 Other Responsibilities:

  • Thorough knowledge of child growth and development, early childhood curriculum planning, and parent involvement 
  • Thorough knowledge of health status of young children
  • Knowledge of budget management, purchasing, and health and safety requirements of families and programs 
  • Knowledge of rules, regulations, and laws affecting programs for young children 
  • Knowledge of low-income populations and characteristics 
  • Knowledge of early childhood development and education
  • Plan lessons for assigned classrooms, if applicable
  • Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory and must:

  • Be able to relate well to children, parents, staff, and community professionals
  • Be able to seek out appropriate resources
  • Be able to supervise staff and volunteers
  • Preferred – have knowledge of Head Start goals and objectives 
  • Be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
  • Have excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within the team
  • Have excellent verbal and written communication
  • Clearance of background checks as required by local, state, and federal regulations
  • Physical examination and TB test as required by local, state, and federal regulations

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or directly related field
  • Current Wisconsin DPI licensure and/or Registry Certificate required
  • At least one year experience working with groups of young children, including supervision, and program management responsibilities 
  • Experience in direct supervision of staff/volunteers
  • Experience teaching in the field of Early Childhood and work with families related to the Parent, Family and Community Engagement Framework Model

Licenses, Certifications, Authorizations Required :

  • Must hold a current Wisconsin DPI License and/or Registry Certificate
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must have an insured vehicle
  • Must meet Western Dairyland’s insurability requirements
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification

This is a full time, 36 hours per week, Monday through Thursday position and the starting salary is $50,310 per year.

We offer a complete benefits package including:

Vacation, personal leave, holidays, sick leave

  • Summers off
  • 63 hours of vacation during the school year
  • 18 hours of personal time off
  • 8 paid holidays during the school year
  • Sick leave accrued at 0.05709 hours per hour worked
    • approximately 6 hours of sick leave per month for full-time employees
    • maximum accrued sick leave of 408hours
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability agency paid

401(k) plan with up to a 6% match 

Employees can contribute immediately. After 1 year of employment, the agency will contribute between 3 and 6 percent, dependent on the employee's contribution.

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Health Insurance

  • 90% of premiums covered for individual coverage
  • 75% premiums covered for additional coverage needed
  • $3,750 deductible reimbursement for individuals and up to $6,500 reimbursed for family deductibles
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for both Health and Dependent Care

Dental Insurance

  • Employee Only $36.67 per month
  • Employee + Family $108.20 per month

Vision Insurance

  • Employee Only $5.43 per month
  • Employee + Spouse $12.47 per month
  • Employee + Child(ren) $13.82 per month
  • Employee + Family $21.10 per month

Additional Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program - fully paid
  • Basic Life Insurance - fully paid (plus additional group coverage amounts)
  • Flexible work schedule with generous accommodations for family, school, and volunteer commitments
  • Opportunities for continuing education, conferences, and classes
  • Employees have access to our Discount Marketplace
  • WDEOC is a qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

To apply:

  1. Complete an affirmative action form
  2. Apply on our website or send a cover letter and resume to HR@wdeoc.org

This agency is an equal opportunity employer. Learn more about our organization at www.westerndairyland.org

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