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REGIONAL EARLY CHILDHOOD MANAGER

OFFICE OF HEAD START TRAINING & TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE REGION VI

The Regional Early Childhood Manager (RECM) has a strong early childhood background to support our Head Start Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) team in Region VI. The Regional Early Childhood Manager (RECM) implements a comprehensive system of quality assurance for training and technical assistance to HS/EHS recipients and contract deliverables related to the work of Early Childhood Specialists (ECS).  The RECM works closely with the Regional Office (RO) on short, intermediate, and long-term planning in accordance with Office of Head Start (OHS) and RO priorities.  Work Location: Region VI.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•          Develops and implements a comprehensive system of quality assurance and contract deliverables related to the work of ECS.
•          Provides effective and timely ongoing supervision and coaching to ECS to ensure high-quality training and technical assistance.
•          Develops and implements professional development for ECS to increase their capability to support HS/EHS recipients in key performance areas including coaching, curriculum implementation and fidelity, teacher-child interactions, family engagement, child and family outcomes, assessment, and data aggregation and analysis.
•          Implements TTA data review, aggregation, analysis and reporting processes that inform and improve the quality, responsiveness of ECS services and improves coordination of state, regional, and national priorities and other early childhood TTA systems, as directed by the region.
•          Conducts at least two field observations of ECS in each performance period to assess quality of TTA provided and determine professional development needs.
•          Communicates with RO staff to ensure coordinated support, messaging, and prioritization of technical assistance to programs.
•          Provides reporting of comprehensive data regarding ECS activities, trends, regional needs, and intensity/quality of TTA provision on a schedule agreed upon with the RO.
•          Supports the RTTAC in planning and implementation of the annual Regional Professional Development Plan including on-site and virtual events.·         Reviews and approves Monthly Travel Plans for assigned ECS.
•          Participates in national and regional work groups and meetings, as directed by OHS.
•          Provides direct TTA to HS/EHS recipients, as requested by the RO.
•          Supports emerging OHS initiatives and priorities.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

•         Ability to utilize resources, research and available technology to appropriately provide guidance to staff, parents and partners regarding early childhood issues from the Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (ECLKC), National Centers and other Office of Head Start national resources.
•         Ability to develop, train and provide presentations to individuals, small and large groups.
•         Familiarity with the Improving School Readiness for Head Start Act of 2007, Head Start and Early Head Start Programs, OHS Monitoring Protocols and processes, and knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and Other Regulations as they apply to all facets of early childhood education, family engagement, collaboration, and professional development.
•         Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
•         Ability to prioritize and manage workload and deadlines.
•         Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail.
•         Flexibility to work on-site with programs for periods of time.
•         Valid Driver License and access to transportation.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

•         A minimum of a BA or BS Degree, with a preference for a master’s degree, in Early Childhood Education/ Development, Education Leadership, or related field from an accredited university or college.  If a degree was awarded more than 10 years ago, the resume should be specific regarding such events as courses, conferences, seminars attended or relevant work.
•         At least seven years of experience.  This experience shall include at least three years with the provision of high-level technical assistance and consultation to Head Start or other early childhood programs related to school readiness, and three to five years of progressive supervisory/management and staff development with experience managing remote-located staff teams preferred.
•         Demonstrated experience providing training and technical consultation with early childhood and family engagement staff, including experience in coaching staff at various levels.
•         Demonstrated ability/experience in successfully development, implementing and managing/improving multifaceted projects including experience in implementing quality assurance systems that improved the provision of client services.
•         Demonstrated skill and ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing to various audiences.
•         Demonstrated ability to review, aggregate, and present data gathered from multiple sources.
•         Intermediate to advanced level experience with recent versions of Microsoft Suite, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer; ability to use current webinar technology and audio conferencing.  Familiarity with Smart Sheets preferred.
•         Demonstrated knowledge/education in working with infants/toddlers and/or preschoolers, including experience working with special populations, such as children with disabilities, children who are dual language learners, children in family childcare settings, and/or children who are homeless.

STGi Mission & Culture:

We are driven to positively impact our customers, our employees, and the communities that we serve. At the heart of STGi is 义, yi (pronounced E), the Chinese character for the moral disposition to do good. Guided by this principle, we are driven to serve vulnerable, at risk, and underserved populations. We foster a culture of service where staff are fulfilled by their role in helping others. STGi strives to exceed all expectations of our customers, our employees, and the populations we serve.