Boulder County
Head Start Center Director
Boulder County, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
Salary :
$62,520.00 - $90,048.00 Annually
Location :
Boulder County, CO
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Number:
6126(HS7)
Department:
Community Services
Division:
CSD HeadStart
Opening Date:
10/24/2024
Closing Date:
11/13/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA:
Exempt
Description
Boulder County's Head Start is seeking to hire a
Head Start Center Director.
The Center Director promotes school readiness of Boulder County Head Start's children by providing high quality technical assistance, mentoring, coaching and training to the education staff and program. Center Directors supervise classroom staff and work on a variety of teams across the program and within the community.
This is a
full time, benefitted
position. This position will work
Monday- Friday
7:30am-4:30 pm,
some evenings and weekends maybe be required. This position will work at least 60% in-person at one of BCHS's locations in Boulder or Lafayette as per CDHS Child Care Licensing; there will be some flexibility to work remotely. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is
exempt.
Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.
Hiring Salary Range:
$60,756.00 - $74,136.00 Annually
Tentative Hiring Timeline:Phone Screening:
held weekly until filledFirst Round Interviews:
held weekly until filledSecond Round Interviews:
held weekly until filledBoulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit
studentaid.gov
for more information.This position may receive paid breaks (summer/ fall/ winter/ spring) that closely align with the BVSD school district calendar.Examples of Duties
Technical Support and Services to classroom staff, including but not limited to curriculum development and implementation, coaching and mentoring staff to ensure high quality teaching practices.Supervision of all site staff including Kitchen Aides.Co-create goals for all direct reports and schedule monthly check ins on these goals and classroom operations.Yearly performance evaluations for all direct reportsCollaborating with full, and site-specific, Integrated Services team to ensure all Head Start Program Performance Standards are met.Ensures strong communication throughout the program and site location.Ensure site compliance with all CDHS Child Care Licensing Rules and RegulationsPerforms related work, as requiredMay be reassigned in emergency situations
Required Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE : When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed
. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process.
Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a
bachelor's degree
in early childhood education/special education, family studies, or related field at least
three years
of professional lead teaching experience in a preschool setting, and
two years
of supervisory experience
Additional related education may substitute for experienceBACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING:•
Applicants must pass a background check and fingerprinting
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Supervisory experience in Early Childhood or Elementary EducationCurrent MyTeaching Strategies Inner-Rater Reliability for Preschool, including Dual Language Learners and Children with Disabilities
Current Directors License from the State of ColoradoCurrent CPR/First Aid certification and Medication Administration
Supplemental Information
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A valid driver's license and a clean driving recordAccess to reliable transportation that is readily available for business useBilingual in English and SpanishPreschool CLASS Observer certification, or attainment in the first year of position
Ability to work in diverse and multidisciplinary teams
Previous Head Start experienceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge and experience in curriculum planning and implementation, developmentally appropriate practice, trauma informed care, supporting children with disabilities and culturally responsive care.Intermediate to advanced computer skillsAbility to work effectively with children, families, other employees, county staff, community agencies and the publicBoulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:
Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be foundAdditional Benefits can be found
Including:
Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements12 weeks Paid Caregiver leaveBreast feeding friendly-work environmentSick child care, an infants-at-work policyAccess to LifeMart discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more!Access to a nationally-recognized wellness programEmployee Assistance ProgramPERA 401kSocial Security retirement plansAdditional Life and Disability InsuranceCritical Illness and Accidental InsuranceCounty-paid tuition assistanceEligible for PSLF-Free EcoPassHospital IndemnityID Theft ProtectionPet Insurance8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave
Generous paid time off
Holidays
New Year's Day January 1Martin Luther King's Birthday JanuaryPresidents' Day FebruaryMemorial Day MayJuneteenth June 19Independence Day July 4Labor Day SeptemberIndigenous People's DayGeneral Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years)Veterans' Day November 11Thanksgiving Day NovemberFriday after Thanksgiving*Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)Christmas Day December 25New Year's Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)
Vacation**
80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hireEight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service.
Medical**
Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed.
PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA
Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salaryEmployer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 14.76%
*The District Attorney's Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving**Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work.
More in depth information regarding our benefits can be found
01
Please share how you meet the minimum requirement of a
bachelor's degree
in early childhood education/special education, family studies, or related field and at least
three years
of professional lead teaching experience in a preschool setting.
02
How do you meet the two years of supervisory experience?
03
Do you have a current Directors License from the State of Colorado?(Required)
YesNo
04
Describe your experience with Early Childhood curriculum development and classroom implementation. Include in your answer the curriculums or approaches you have used and the number of years of experience.
05
Explain your supervision, mentoring and/or coaching philosophy and experience for early education staff. Include a list of any leadership or coaching models you are trained in and use.
06
List and describe any experience you have with the Head Start program or any other programs that focus on low-income and/or diverse populations. Please include years of work and volunteer experience.
07
Please describe your experience with working with children and families who are Dual Language Learner. Be specific and descriptive in experience and training, including number of years of experience.
08
Describe your experience with Trauma Informed Care and how you have implemented it in your program and/or classroom. Be specific and descriptive in experience and training, including number of years of experience.
09
Describe your experience with working with children who have disabilities. Be specific and descriptive in experience and training, including number of years of experience.
10
Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? (Preferred not required)
YesNo
11
Why does racial equity work matter when working in a program such as Head Start?
12
What efforts have you made, or been involved with, to foster diversity and cultural understanding?
Required Question
$62,520.00 - $90,048.00 Annually
Location :
Boulder County, CO
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Number:
6126(HS7)
Department:
Community Services
Division:
CSD HeadStart
Opening Date:
10/24/2024
Closing Date:
11/13/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA:
Exempt
Description
Boulder County's Head Start is seeking to hire a
Head Start Center Director.
The Center Director promotes school readiness of Boulder County Head Start's children by providing high quality technical assistance, mentoring, coaching and training to the education staff and program. Center Directors supervise classroom staff and work on a variety of teams across the program and within the community.
This is a
full time, benefitted
position. This position will work
Monday- Friday
7:30am-4:30 pm,
some evenings and weekends maybe be required. This position will work at least 60% in-person at one of BCHS's locations in Boulder or Lafayette as per CDHS Child Care Licensing; there will be some flexibility to work remotely. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is
exempt.
Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.
Hiring Salary Range:
$60,756.00 - $74,136.00 Annually
Tentative Hiring Timeline:Phone Screening:
held weekly until filledFirst Round Interviews:
held weekly until filledSecond Round Interviews:
held weekly until filledBoulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit
studentaid.gov
for more information.This position may receive paid breaks (summer/ fall/ winter/ spring) that closely align with the BVSD school district calendar.Examples of Duties
Technical Support and Services to classroom staff, including but not limited to curriculum development and implementation, coaching and mentoring staff to ensure high quality teaching practices.Supervision of all site staff including Kitchen Aides.Co-create goals for all direct reports and schedule monthly check ins on these goals and classroom operations.Yearly performance evaluations for all direct reportsCollaborating with full, and site-specific, Integrated Services team to ensure all Head Start Program Performance Standards are met.Ensures strong communication throughout the program and site location.Ensure site compliance with all CDHS Child Care Licensing Rules and RegulationsPerforms related work, as requiredMay be reassigned in emergency situations
Required Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE : When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed
. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process.
Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a
bachelor's degree
in early childhood education/special education, family studies, or related field at least
three years
of professional lead teaching experience in a preschool setting, and
two years
of supervisory experience
Additional related education may substitute for experienceBACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING:•
Applicants must pass a background check and fingerprinting
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Supervisory experience in Early Childhood or Elementary EducationCurrent MyTeaching Strategies Inner-Rater Reliability for Preschool, including Dual Language Learners and Children with Disabilities
Current Directors License from the State of ColoradoCurrent CPR/First Aid certification and Medication Administration
Supplemental Information
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A valid driver's license and a clean driving recordAccess to reliable transportation that is readily available for business useBilingual in English and SpanishPreschool CLASS Observer certification, or attainment in the first year of position
Ability to work in diverse and multidisciplinary teams
Previous Head Start experienceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge and experience in curriculum planning and implementation, developmentally appropriate practice, trauma informed care, supporting children with disabilities and culturally responsive care.Intermediate to advanced computer skillsAbility to work effectively with children, families, other employees, county staff, community agencies and the publicBoulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:
Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be foundAdditional Benefits can be found
Including:
Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements12 weeks Paid Caregiver leaveBreast feeding friendly-work environmentSick child care, an infants-at-work policyAccess to LifeMart discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more!Access to a nationally-recognized wellness programEmployee Assistance ProgramPERA 401kSocial Security retirement plansAdditional Life and Disability InsuranceCritical Illness and Accidental InsuranceCounty-paid tuition assistanceEligible for PSLF-Free EcoPassHospital IndemnityID Theft ProtectionPet Insurance8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave
Generous paid time off
Holidays
New Year's Day January 1Martin Luther King's Birthday JanuaryPresidents' Day FebruaryMemorial Day MayJuneteenth June 19Independence Day July 4Labor Day SeptemberIndigenous People's DayGeneral Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years)Veterans' Day November 11Thanksgiving Day NovemberFriday after Thanksgiving*Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)Christmas Day December 25New Year's Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)
Vacation**
80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hireEight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service.
Medical**
Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed.
PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA
Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salaryEmployer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 14.76%
*The District Attorney's Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving**Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work.
More in depth information regarding our benefits can be found
01
Please share how you meet the minimum requirement of a
bachelor's degree
in early childhood education/special education, family studies, or related field and at least
three years
of professional lead teaching experience in a preschool setting.
02
How do you meet the two years of supervisory experience?
03
Do you have a current Directors License from the State of Colorado?(Required)
YesNo
04
Describe your experience with Early Childhood curriculum development and classroom implementation. Include in your answer the curriculums or approaches you have used and the number of years of experience.
05
Explain your supervision, mentoring and/or coaching philosophy and experience for early education staff. Include a list of any leadership or coaching models you are trained in and use.
06
List and describe any experience you have with the Head Start program or any other programs that focus on low-income and/or diverse populations. Please include years of work and volunteer experience.
07
Please describe your experience with working with children and families who are Dual Language Learner. Be specific and descriptive in experience and training, including number of years of experience.
08
Describe your experience with Trauma Informed Care and how you have implemented it in your program and/or classroom. Be specific and descriptive in experience and training, including number of years of experience.
09
Describe your experience with working with children who have disabilities. Be specific and descriptive in experience and training, including number of years of experience.
10
Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? (Preferred not required)
YesNo
11
Why does racial equity work matter when working in a program such as Head Start?
12
What efforts have you made, or been involved with, to foster diversity and cultural understanding?
Required Question