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Washington, DC: Head Start State Collaboration Director

Official Job Title: Project Coordinator (HSSCO)
Location: One Judiciary Square
Reference: 11149
General Job Information
"Pay Plan, Series & Grade: CS-1701-12
Salary Range: $62,499 - $79,959
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
First Screening Date: July 21, 2008
Tour of Duty: 8:15 A.M. - 4:45 P.M., Monday through Friday
Area of Consideration: Open to the General Public
Promotion Potential: None
Agency: Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)
Duration of Appointment: Term Appointment NTE 13 Months
Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.
Opening date: July 7, 2008

Brief Description of Duties: The Project Coordinator for the Head Start State Collaboration Project (HSSC), resides in the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), Office of Education Excellence, Division of Early Care and Education Administration (ECEA).
Qualifications
The incumbent for this position will have overall responsibility for the coordination, administration, and management of the program objectives to include working with staff on consumer education activities and program linkages; providing guidance and consultation to staff on program practices and Head Start program service delivery methods; managing the development of the performance plan, program collaborations and partnerships; and helping to build early childhood systems and access to comprehensive services and support for all low-income children.

Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

Chesterfield County Public Schools Head Start

Head Start Family Service Provider
Minimum Salary + benefits is $22,761.00
Position number 74450
Contract Length: 10 months/8 hours per day
Grade: 35
Reports to Head Start Director,
POSITION AVAILABLE AUGUST 2008.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment (completes application process, determines eligibility, etc.) of children for the Head Start program. Carries a caseload of between 54 to a maximum of 72 families. In addition, this position engages in a collaborative partnership with families to establish mutual trust and to identify family goals, strengths as well as necessary services and other supports. This is accomplished through the Family Partnership Agreement process that is also the responsibility of the Family Service Provider. The employee works independently with minimal supervision. Extensive use of good judgment, effective time management and organizational skills are required. REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma. Education, training or experience sufficient to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience in case management preferred. BILINGUAL (SPANISH) PREFERRED

HEAD START/EARLY CHLDHD DEV MGR
Minimum $41,369 + Benefits
Position Number: 87640
Contract Length: 11 months/8 hours
Grade: 39
Reports To: Head Start Director

The Early Childhood Development Manager provides resources, training and technical assistance to teaching staff in order to ensure the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum in all of the Head Start classrooms. This position supervises the teaching staff including the writing and conducting of performance reviews. Requirements: Has considerable knowledge of child development and best practices in early childhood education. A Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred.

Head Start Instructional Assistant
Minimum salary + benefits: $17,737
Contract length: 10 months/7.5 hours
Position Number: 61560
Grade: 34
Reports to the Early Childhood Development Manager

Responsible for assisting the Head Start Center Based Educator (teacher) in implementing the instructional and socialization programs. Tasks performed are specific and recurring, procedures are outlined in detail. The employee has some control over own work, but the ultimate responsibility lies with the assigned teacher.

Head Start Bus Driver
Minimum salary is $15,521
Six hours per day
Contract begins Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Grade 35

Requirements: Commercial Driver’s License

Please read the following for applicants to the above four positions:
New applicants must submit a letter of interest with a current resume. Current CCPS employees must submit a Support Transfer Request Form with a current resume. All applicants must include the location, job title, and the Position Control number on the application. An application may be requested by phone at 804-748-1984 or may be completed on-line at: chesterfield.k12.va.us.
No incorrect or incomplete applications will be accepted. All materials supporting the application must be received in hard copy format (facsimiles and e-mails will not be accepted).

All forms must be received in the personnel office by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 23, 2008 to be eligible for consideration.

Chesterfield County Public Schools
Personnel Department
P.O. Box 10
Chesterfield, VA 23832
Telephone (804) 748-1984 FAX (804) 768-1085 TDD (804) 748-1638
An EOE/ADA employer.

Voices for Virginia's Children

Executive Director
Voices for Virginia's Children is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research, education and advocacy organization whose mission is to improve the lives and life chances of Virginia's children by advocating for effective public policies. The Executive Director will report directly to the Board of Directors and provide leadership in all aspects of the organization. Email resumes to search@vakids.org

Download the full position description. (PDF)

Infant/Toddler Family Day Care

Project Manager Special Education Respite Care
Full time project manager to oversee a program that provides respite care services for families with exceptional children in Northern Virginia and Prince William County areas.

Directions for applying: Send resume and cover letter to wbusman@infanttoddler.com; mail to Infant/Toddler Family Day Care, 11166 Fairfax Boulevard, Suite 206, Fairfax, VA 22030; or fax to 703-352-7730.

Download the full position description. (PDF)

Skyline Community Action Program

Finance Director
Skyline Community Action Program, a nonprofit agency, seeks Accountant with Bachelors Degree (Masters or CPA preferred), and at least two years supervisory experience in financial management. Responsibilities include: management of a fund accounting system with multiple funding streams, budgeting, supervision of payroll and support accounting staff, extensive reporting internally and externally, developing and implementing policies, procedures and internal controls. Must be competent with periodic adjusting journal entries to prepare accurate statements. Salary range: $37,565 - $52,021. Forward cover letter, resume and salary requirements to drosson@skylinecap.org or P.O. Box 588 Madison, VA 22727. EOE.

Head Start Bus Driver
Skyline Community Action Program is seeking a Bus Driver for Head Start in Greene County. Must have a CDL with school bus endorsement and a safe driving record. The BUS DRIVER will work with a BUS AIDE to transport the children to and from school safely. This is a part time position, working approximately 20 hours per week at an hourly rate of $10.40 for 38 weeks each year. Drivers are able to enjoy the summer months off while Head Start is not in session. This position enjoys ten paid holidays per year and accrues sick leave benefits. EOE. To apply, contact Diane Rosson, Human Resources Manager at drosson@skylinecap.org or 540-948-2237x120.

TAP (Total Action Against Poverty)
Roanoke Virginia area

The following positions are available:

Teacher Assistant
Child Care Aide
Teacher
Education Coordinator

Apply w/cover letter/resume to:
145 Campbell Ave., SW, Rke, VA 24001
Fax: 540-345-1944

For more information or to apply on-line: www.tapintohope.org

New River Community Action Head Start

Apply separately for below positions at or send resume to:
New River Community Action, 644 West Main Street, Radford, VA 24141; Fax: (540) 633-2585 or e-mail: swest@nrcaa.org (attachments must be in Word or rich text format).
NRCA employment application may be obtained from our webpage: www.newrivercommunityaction.org
Application deadlines: June 27, 2008 or until positions filled.

ASSISTANT TEACHER
Part-time; 35 hrs/wk. Academic calendar (August through May). Assists in daily planning for and preparation of the learning environment and supervising up to 18 three to five year-old children. Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Dev or related field required. Starting wage: $9.39 – 10.26/hr, plus benefits.

TEACHER
Duties include planning, supervising, implementing the Head Start daily curriculum in a classroom of three to five year-olds. Follows agency policies/procedures in all areas. Associates Degree (Bachelors preferred) in Early Childhood Development or related field. Supervisory experience preferred.
Full time; 40 hrs/wk (academic year). $11.41 – 12.47, plus benefits.

FAMILY EDUCATOR (Radford)
32 hours per week, 12 months/year round position.
Responsible for enhancing the role of parents as educators of their children and fostering self-sufficiency in families. Associates degree (Bachelor's preferred) in Child Dev or Education, Social Sciences or related field. Starting wage: $10.35 – 11.31/hr, plus benefits.

CENTER AIDE
9 ½ months per year position; full-time 40 hours per week.
Responsible for assisting staff with supervision and guidance of children in the classroom; picking up, serving lunch and cleaning up after meals; daily transportation runs and other housekeeping duties within the center. Must be willing to obtain CDL drivers license.
Starting wage: $7.72 – 8.44/hr. plus benefits.

EOE/AA

REANNOUNCEMENT
Head Start/EHS Specialist – Ref. # 8020
Early Head Start Program

Provides direction and leadership for the areas of EHS Child Development, Family and Community Partnerships and Health Services.

Grade 17, $51,994 - $81,650 depending upon education and experience. This is a twelve-month position with excellent benefits. Open until filled.

For more information, download information sheet. (PDF)

Vice President of Early Childhood Division for Northern Virginia Family Service

Oversees and directs the management of Early Childhood Division to include responsibility for fund development, finances, strategic planning, and supervision of designated senior program management and administrative staff; quality assurance; program management information systems, evaluation and reporting; and, training, advocacy and special projects.

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Home About Virginia Head Start Find a Head Start Program Success Stories Resources & Links Member Central News & Events Virginia Head Start Association PO Box 876 Lynchburg, VA 24505	Member Central In This Section » Calendar of Events Job Board Regional news VaHS Health News Early Head Start News Male Involvement/Fatherhood Program Initiatives Education & Training Legislative Updates How can I get involved? ListServ Job Board Current Job Vacancies Washington, DC: Head Start State Collaboration Director Official Job Title: Project Coordinator (HSSCO) Location: One Judiciary Square Reference: 11149 General Job Information "Pay Plan, Series & Grade: CS-1701-12 Salary Range: $62,499 - $79,959 Closing Date: Open Until Filled First Screening Date: July 21, 2008 Tour of Duty: 8:15 A.M. - 4:45 P.M., Monday through Friday Area of Consideration: Open to the General Public Promotion Potential: None Agency: Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) Duration of Appointment: Term Appointment NTE 13 Months Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in a collective bargaining unit. Opening date: July 7, 2008 Brief Description of Duties: The Project Coordinator for the Head Start State Collaboration Project (HSSC), resides in the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), Office of Education Excellence, Division of Early Care and Education Administration (ECEA). Qualifications The incumbent for this position will have overall responsibility for the coordination, administration, and management of the program objectives to include working with staff on consumer education activities and program linkages; providing guidance and consultation to staff on program practices and Head Start program service delivery methods; managing the development of the performance plan, program collaborations and partnerships; and helping to build early childhood systems and access to comprehensive services and support for all low-income children. Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Chesterfield County Public Schools Head Start Head Start Family Service Provider Minimum Salary + benefits is $22,761.00 Position number 74450 Contract Length: 10 months/8 hours per day Grade: 35 Reports to Head Start Director, POSITION AVAILABLE AUGUST 2008. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment (completes application process, determines eligibility, etc.) of children for the Head Start program. Carries a caseload of between 54 to a maximum of 72 families. In addition, this position engages in a collaborative partnership with families to establish mutual trust and to identify family goals, strengths as well as necessary services and other supports. This is accomplished through the Family Partnership Agreement process that is also the responsibility of the Family Service Provider. The employee works independently with minimal supervision. Extensive use of good judgment, effective time management and organizational skills are required. REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma. Education, training or experience sufficient to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience in case management preferred. BILINGUAL (SPANISH) PREFERRED HEAD START/EARLY CHLDHD DEV MGR Minimum $41,369 + Benefits Position Number: 87640 Contract Length: 11 months/8 hours Grade: 39 Reports To: Head Start Director The Early Childhood Development Manager provides resources, training and technical assistance to teaching staff in order to ensure the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum in all of the Head Start classrooms. This position supervises the teaching staff including the writing and conducting of performance reviews. Requirements: Has considerable knowledge of child development and best practices in early childhood education. A Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred. Head Start Instructional Assistant Minimum salary + benefits: $17,737 Contract length: 10 months/7.5 hours Position Number: 61560 Grade: 34 Reports to the Early Childhood Development Manager Responsible for assisting the Head Start Center Based Educator (teacher) in implementing the instructional and socialization programs. Tasks performed are specific and recurring, procedures are outlined in detail. The employee has some control over own work, but the ultimate responsibility lies with the assigned teacher. Head Start Bus Driver Minimum salary is $15,521 Six hours per day Contract begins Tuesday, September 2, 2008 Grade 35 Requirements: Commercial Driver’s License Please read the following for applicants to the above four positions: New applicants must submit a letter of interest with a current resume. Current CCPS employees must submit a Support Transfer Request Form with a current resume. All applicants must include the location, job title, and the Position Control number on the application. An application may be requested by phone at 804-748-1984 or may be completed on-line at: chesterfield.k12.va.us. No incorrect or incomplete applications will be accepted. All materials supporting the application must be received in hard copy format (facsimiles and e-mails will not be accepted). All forms must be received in the personnel office by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 23, 2008 to be eligible for consideration. Chesterfield County Public Schools Personnel Department P.O. Box 10 Chesterfield, VA 23832 Telephone (804) 748-1984 FAX (804) 768-1085 TDD (804) 748-1638 An EOE/ADA employer. Voices for Virginia's Children Executive Director Voices for Virginia's Children is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research, education and advocacy organization whose mission is to improve the lives and life chances of Virginia's children by advocating for effective public policies. The Executive Director will report directly to the Board of Directors and provide leadership in all aspects of the organization. Email resumes to search@vakids.org Download the full position description. (PDF) Infant/Toddler Family Day Care Project Manager Special Education Respite Care Full time project manager to oversee a program that provides respite care services for families with exceptional children in Northern Virginia and Prince William County areas. Directions for applying: Send resume and cover letter to wbusman@infanttoddler.com; mail to Infant/Toddler Family Day Care, 11166 Fairfax Boulevard, Suite 206, Fairfax, VA 22030; or fax to 703-352-7730. Download the full position description. (PDF) Skyline Community Action Program Finance Director Skyline Community Action Program, a nonprofit agency, seeks Accountant with Bachelors Degree (Masters or CPA preferred), and at least two years supervisory experience in financial management. Responsibilities include: management of a fund accounting system with multiple funding streams, budgeting, supervision of payroll and support accounting staff, extensive reporting internally and externally, developing and implementing policies, procedures and internal controls. Must be competent with periodic adjusting journal entries to prepare accurate statements. Salary range: $37,565 - $52,021. Forward cover letter, resume and salary requirements to drosson@skylinecap.org or P.O. Box 588 Madison, VA 22727. EOE. Head Start Bus Driver Skyline Community Action Program is seeking a Bus Driver for Head Start in Greene County. Must have a CDL with school bus endorsement and a safe driving record. The BUS DRIVER will work with a BUS AIDE to transport the children to and from school safely. This is a part time position, working approximately 20 hours per week at an hourly rate of $10.40 for 38 weeks each year. Drivers are able to enjoy the summer months off while Head Start is not in session. This position enjoys ten paid holidays per year and accrues sick leave benefits. EOE. To apply, contact Diane Rosson, Human Resources Manager at drosson@skylinecap.org or 540-948-2237x120. TAP (Total Action Against Poverty) Roanoke Virginia area The following positions are available: Teacher Assistant Child Care Aide Teacher Education Coordinator Apply w/cover letter/resume to: 145 Campbell Ave., SW, Rke, VA 24001 Fax: 540-345-1944 For more information or to apply on-line: www.tapintohope.org New River Community Action Head Start Apply separately for below positions at or send resume to: New River Community Action, 644 West Main Street, Radford, VA 24141; Fax: (540) 633-2585 or e-mail: swest@nrcaa.org (attachments must be in Word or rich text format). NRCA employment application may be obtained from our webpage: www.newrivercommunityaction.org Application deadlines: June 27, 2008 or until positions filled. ASSISTANT TEACHER Part-time; 35 hrs/wk. Academic calendar (August through May). Assists in daily planning for and preparation of the learning environment and supervising up to 18 three to five year-old children. Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Dev or related field required. Starting wage: $9.39 – 10.26/hr, plus benefits. TEACHER Duties include planning, supervising, implementing the Head Start daily curriculum in a classroom of three to five year-olds. Follows agency policies/procedures in all areas. Associates Degree (Bachelors preferred) in Early Childhood Development or related field. Supervisory experience preferred. Full time; 40 hrs/wk (academic year). $11.41 – 12.47, plus benefits. FAMILY EDUCATOR (Radford) 32 hours per week, 12 months/year round position. Responsible for enhancing the role of parents as educators of their children and fostering self-sufficiency in families. Associates degree (Bachelor's preferred) in Child Dev or Education, Social Sciences or related field. Starting wage: $10.35 – 11.31/hr, plus benefits. CENTER AIDE 9 ½ months per year position; full-time 40 hours per week. Responsible for assisting staff with supervision and guidance of children in the classroom; picking up, serving lunch and cleaning up after meals; daily transportation runs and other housekeeping duties within the center. Must be willing to obtain CDL drivers license. Starting wage: $7.72 – 8.44/hr. plus benefits. EOE/AA REANNOUNCEMENT Head Start/EHS Specialist – Ref. # 8020 Early Head Start Program Provides direction and leadership for the areas of EHS Child Development, Family and Community Partnerships and Health Services. Grade 17, $51,994 - $81,650 depending upon education and experience. This is a twelve-month position with excellent benefits. Open until filled. For more information, download information sheet. (PDF) Vice President of Early Childhood Division for Northern Virginia Family Service Oversees and directs the management of Early Childhood Division to include responsibility for fund development, finances, strategic planning, and supervision of designated senior program management and administrative staff; quality assurance; program management information systems, evaluation and reporting; and, training, advocacy and special projects. Download for more details (PDF) Post to the Job Board If you have job vacancies, send the following information in an email to webmaster@headstartva.org: Job title, Organization short description of job duties full time or part time salary range job closing date instructions for applying web link for more information