Mississippi State University (Ms) Starkville , MS 39760
Posted 1 week ago
Position Function:
This position will serve as the educational lead for one center in the Head Start program.
Salary Grade: 13
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
Throughout its history, Mississippi State University-Extension has demonstrated a deep and abiding commitment to programs that directly impact young children and their families. In the past decade, MSU-Extension has distinguished itself as Mississippi's premier infrastructural support of high-quality early childhood education.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
August 2024.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities for this position will include the following:
policies/procedures and tools, with the goal of supporting all children to achieve School
Readiness Goals.
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fulfilling all aspects of their role, including but not limited to effective practices in CLASS,
Teaching Strategies Gold, curriculum, and child assessment.
Working with families and support services
Positive ambassador for the MSU-Extension Early/Head Start program
Maintains program confidentiality at all times
Serve as education lead for the center, overseeing implementation of all aspects of
education services and providing teachers with supervision, training, coaching and
monitoring.
relevant policies and procedures.
meets all standards established by MSU-Extension (in compliance with Head Start
standards and best practices).
plans, including individualization and all other required elements.
with disabilities (in consultation with Assistant Director of Education, Local Education
Agency/School District, and other support services).
all required child screenings and assessments, including 45 and 90-day requirements for
new children and quarterly progress assessments for all children.
Participate in team meetings, home visits, and community events as needed.
Provide teachers with coaching and support for quality improvement and professional
growth through regular observation and formal and informal feedback.
support and monitoring of Shine On, Families curriculum.
approach to child development and education through regular meeting with Policy Council
members and others.
Model strong, positive relationships with families.
In collaboration with Center Operations Coordinator, assist with staff supervision, ensure
completion of all human resources activities, and ensure compliance with relevant policies
and procedure, including completion of annual performance evaluations of staff.
Lead regular team meetings to ensure effective communication and service coordination.
Ensure families receive monthly newsletter.
Actively participate in Head Start/Early Head Start community, including staff meetings,
mandated trainings, committee meetings, and other program-wide functions as needed,
including some evening activities.
implementation of all MSU-Extension required systems for recordkeeping and reporting,
including child and family files, employee timekeeping, and purchase of supplies.
concerns are addressed in a timely fashion.
addressed in a timely fashion.
children make developmental gains.
Participate in annual program self-assessment.
Implement all monitoring systems required by MSU-Extension, Head Start, childcare l
licensing, CACFP, or other agencies.
and occasional retreats.
Participate in annual and quarterly planning to set, plan for, and monitor program goals.
Improve quality and effectiveness of education service area and overall organization by i
initiating, sponsoring and implementing organizational change and by helping others to
successfully manage organizational change.
requested.
confidentiality, child abuse reporting, attendance and dependability, appropriate dress,
customer service and support to all families, prudent use of program resources, and
promoting and maintaining safe work environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Experience:
Two years' of experience directly related to the following:
Experience teaching in an early childhood setting
Experience managing an infant/toddler or preschool program
Experience with collaborations and community partnerships
Licensures:
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
Substitutions:
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or field related to children and families preferred.
Experience with supervision, management, and/or coaching in an early childhood setting
Experience with Creative Curriculum model and Teaching Strategies, Gold Assessment system. Reliable in CLASS, ITERS-R and/or ECERS-R.
Background in special education/inclusion or prior early childhood experience in leadership role in center-based program.
Bilingual in Spanish-English
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated computer literacy skills, using MS Office applications and other basic data systems including internet navigation.
Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Knowledgeable of MS Child Care Licensing Standards and Head Start Performance Standards
Knowledgeable of CLASS
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk, and bend.
Ability to engage in repetitive movement of wrists, hands, and fingers - typing and/or writing.
Ability to work frequently at close visual range (i.e. preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal, extensive reading).
Ability to receive and respond to oral communication.
Ability to exert up to 40 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
All applicants MUST apply online at www.jobs.msstate.edu to be considered for this position.
The following documents and information are required for application:
Cover Letter
Resume
Contact information for at least three professional references
Current unofficial transcript (with social security numbers removed prior to submission)
An official transcript will be required if selected for employment.
Screening Date:
July 8, 2024, until filled.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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