Rewarding Opportunity with SMOC Head Start!

Under the supervision of the Head Start Director, oversees and directs the planning, organizing, and implementation of education services for children. These services contribute to the increased social competence in children and the recognition and enhancement of parents as the primary educators of
their children. Primarily based in Worthington, MN; with responsibility for and travel to the Pipestone facility.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
BA or advanced degree in early childhood education; or BA or advanced degree and equivalent
coursework in early childhood education with early education teaching experience:
Have knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Head Start (or comparable
child development programs), early childhood education.
Preferred experience with Creative curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment
tracking, licensing standards for day care centers,
Emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the aims of the program,
Respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good personal hygiene, and physical and
mental health which does not interfere with responsibilities; and
Have education or experience in collaborating with parents in the education of their children.

SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Requires ability to use abstract reasoning, problem solving, planning, and analytical skills in: training,
evaluation, and program development.
Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills for supervisory duties.
Effective writing and oral communication skills to conduct meetings and training sessions, and to prepare reports that are clear, complete, comprehensive, and use good grammar and punctuation.
Successful experience working in a team setting.
Ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community.
Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if needed.
Manual dexterity is sufficient to operate a computer and office equipment.
Must be able to lift 55 pounds. Must be able to travel, enter and exit a vehicle without assistance, and withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions.
Experience successfully working with culturally diverse staff and clients.

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), on-site position. Starting annual salary $55,991$59,979 based on skill, education and experience. Benefit package includes PTO, paid holidays, and available health, life, dental and vision insurance.

Lots of ways to apply!
Click the Apply Now button above to get our application form. OR in person at SMOC, 1106 3rd Avenue, Worthington, on our website at www.smoc.us, or by calling 507-376-4195.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER