Site Supervisor (Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start)

The Maryland Rural Development Corporation (MRDC) is a private non-profit organization that provides services in response to the needs of rural, low-income households and communities. MRDC serves as Caroline, Cecil, Harford and Kent Counties’ official Community Action Agency.

The Head Start Site Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations and ensuring high-quality program implementation at the designated Head Start Preschool (HS) and Early Head Start (EHS) site. This role includes supervising staff, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and fostering a nurturing and educational environment for children, families, and staff.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the HS site to ensure a safe, educational, and inclusive environment.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), state licensing requirements, and other applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with the Child Services Administrator and Education Specialist to plan, implement, and evaluate program goals and objectives.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate site teachers. Collaborate with Health, Nutrition, and Family Engagement Coordinators to hire train and evaluate appropriate staff for centers.
• Provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to ensure staff deliver high-quality care and education.
• Conduct regular staff meetings to foster collaboration and address concerns.
• Maintain accurate records for children, staff, and site operations as required by federal and state regulations.
• Monitor and report site data, including attendance, assessments, and family engagement activities.
• Participate in program audits, monitoring visits, and self-assessments.
• Oversee the implementation of health, safety, and nutrition policies and practices.
• Ensure the site complies with sanitation and health standards.
• Coordinate with health professionals to address children’s medical or nutritional needs.
• Works directly with families to foster involvement through ongoing communication and participates in all parent meetings and special events.
• Assists with outreach, recruitment, and enrollment of eligible children to increase awareness of our programs and to achieve enrollment goals.
• Manages staff schedules to ensure appropriate staff-to-child ratios, as defined by Head Start Performance Standards, at all times.
• Enforces all building safety procedures, including all fire regulations.

• Assure that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained

• Thinks, concentrates, and positively interacts with others

• Comes to work promptly every day

• Works under stress and meets all deadlines

• OTHER DUTIES: (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.) Performs related work as required or assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Position requires significant periods of standing, walking, kneeling, sitting on the floor or crouching

• May at times require lifting 25lbs – 50lbs

Terms of Employment:

• Twelve (12) month; full-time position

Compensation:

$28.31- 31.25; Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Master’s Degree preferred

• At least 3-5 years of experience in early childhood education, including supervisory or administrative roles.

• Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and state licensing requirements.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in program management, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Strong supervisory, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to manage conflicts, provide feedback, and foster a supportive work environment.
• Familiarity with early childhood education Maryland licensing requirements
• Ability to engage in reflective supervision practices, supporting staff development through regular feedback, self-reflection, and professional growth.
• Ability to manage tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in scheduling, reporting, and documentation software.
• Strong problem-solving skills for addressing challenges.
• Ability to adapt strategies to meet evolving needs.
• Strong collaboration skills to work with coordinators, administrators, and staff.
• Ability to engage families and promote involvement in the program.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage changing priorities
• Ability to work with diverse populations and foster inclusive environments.
• Familiarity with child assessment tools and early childhood curriculum models.
• Proven supervisory experience
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Effective written and oral communication experience
• Relationship building experience
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to various MRDC locations throughout the sate
• Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks as outlined above
• Must pass criminal background check and fingerprinting
• Must pass all Maryland licensing requirements to include medical evaluation and tuberculosis screening

Benefits:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Health Saving Account
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

Maryland Rural Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]