JOB OPENING - HOME BASE COORDINATOR
LOCATION - SIKESTON HEAD START ADMIN OFFICE
The applicant will be responsible for the implementing and oversight of the Home-Based Early Head Start Services Program. This includes working to develop an early childhood home-based education curriculum for infants and toddlers and providing education resources for staff and parents, ensuring compliance with Performance Standards and recognized best practices in the field of early childhood education. The applicant will also ensure integration of home-based services across all Head Start/Early Head Start service areas. Assists EHS home visiting staff in developing a system which offers parents opportunities for enhancing their skills as first educator of their children through the use of home learning activities, socializations, and planning educational activities. May carry a small caseload of families as well as oversee home-based services.
A bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Social Work with Early Childhood hours, or a BS Degree in Early Childhood/Child Development Education (Master's degree preferred) is required, and must also have two years managerial experience in a Human Services Program or related field. Infant and toddler education/experience and home visiting experience are preferred.