Plans and coordinates service area and activities of the Early Head Start Program in a center or a home based setting to meet Head Start Performance Standards. Responsible for the administrative management of program activities in a manner that effectively meets the needs of the community.

Supervises Early Head Start staff as well as collaboration staff. Ensures compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.  

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Master's Degree preferred.
• Two years of supervisory and managerial experience is needed, as well as two years experience in Early Childhood Education, and one year in grant funded program administration.
• Two years experience working with infants and toddlers is preferred.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Must have a valid Illinois Driver's License and pass a DCFS background investigation before hire.
• Policy Council approval is required.

Starting Salary: $24.79 per hour

Mail, FAX, or E-mail resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to:

City of Rockford, IL
Human Resources Department, City Hall, First Floor,
425 E. State Street, Rockford, IL 61104

by fax to (815) 967-6924; or by e-mail to humanresources@rockfordil.gov.

Visit
www.rockfordil.gov for more information.

Due to expansion, PACT is seeking applicants for full-time Early Head Start Home Based Teacher positions for Brown, Cass, Schuyler, Scott, McDonough, and rural Adams counties in Illinois.     

Requires Associate or higher degree or a CDA, or willingness/ability to obtain within 1 year.  Must have college credits in child growth and development. 

Starts at $10.03 per hour.

Mail, FAX, or E-mail resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to:

Millie Young at PACT
PO Box 231
Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 

FAX: 217-773-3906 

Email: myoung@pactheadstart.com.  EOE

Due to expansion, PACT is seeking full-time Early Head Start Center Based Teachers for the Camp Point Center.      

Requires Associate or higher degree in early childhood education or infant/toddler CDA, or ability to obtain within 1 year, and 2 years experience working in a nursery school or licensed day care center. 

Starts at $10.03 per hour.

Mail, FAX, or E-mail resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to:

April Darringer at PACT
PO Box 231
Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 

FAX: 217-773-3906 

Email: adarringer@pactheadstart.com  EOE

Due to expansion, PACT is accepting resumes for a full-time Clerk/Typist for the Mt. Sterling Administrative Office.      

Requires high school diploma/GED, 21 years of age, general office skills, including computer word processing. 

Starts at $8.22 per hour.

Mail, FAX, or E-mail resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to:

Lynn Foote at PACT
PO Box 231
Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 

FAX: 217-773-3906 

Email: lfoote@pactheadstart.com  EOE

Due to expansion, PACT is accepting resumes for a part-time Child Care Teacher for the Camp Point Center.    

Need minimum of 60 credit hours with child care experience and able to meet DCFS requirements.  

Starts at $8.00 per hour.

Mail, FAX, or E-mail resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to:

April Darringer at PACT
PO Box 231
Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 

FAX: 217-773-3906 

Email: adarringer@pactheadstart.com  EOE

Due to expansion, PACT is seeking full-time Early Head Start Center Based Teachers for the Macomb Center.     

Requires Associate or higher degree in early childhood education or infant/toddler CDA, or ability to obtain within 1 year, and 2 years experience working in a nursery school or licensed day care center. 

Starts at $10.03 per hour.

Mail, FAX, or E-mail resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to:

April Darringer at PACT
PO Box 231
Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 

FAX: 217-773-3906 

Email: adarringer@pactheadstart.com  EOE

Due to expansion, PACT is accepting resumes for Child Care Teachers for the Macomb Center.   

Need minimum of 60 credit hours with child care experience and able to meet DCFS requirements. 

Starts at $8.00 per hour.

Mail, FAX, or E-mail resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to:

April Darringer at PACT
PO Box 231
Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 

FAX: 217-773-3906 

Email: adarringer@pactheadstart.com  EOE

Due to agency expansion, PACT is seeking applicants for Site Supervisor for Head Start/Early Head Start Center in Carthage.    

Qualifications include minimum of Associates degree in Early Childhood or related field, with supervisory experience, computer skills, organizational & time management skills.

Starts at $11.53 per hour.

Mail, FAX, or E-mail resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to:

April Darringer at PACT
PO Box 231
Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 

FAX: 217-773-3906 

Email: adarringer@pactheadstart.com  EOE

Full-Time, salaried, exempt position, employed by Childcare Network of Evanston.  Provides support services to Evanston Early Head Start (EEHS) enrolled families.  The Family Advocate (FA) will establish close relationships with Early Head Start families, child care teachers, program managers and administrative staff.  . The FA will provide educational opportunities, and provide referrals and support.  The FA will coordinate and facilitate monthly meetings and EEHS family events. Home visits will be conducted with all families. 

Associates Degree or equivalent preferred.  Experience working with Early Head Start and infants and toddlers, and/or families and some previous case management preferred.  Excellent organizational skills and an ability to manage and prioritize duties are necessary to be successful in this position.  Bilingual Spanish a plus.

The Family Advocate is a full-time (40 Hours per week), full year position.  Work hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Applicants must be able to work some evenings hours for monthly meetings, family events and parent groups. Must have valid Driver’s License and insured vehicle.

(Salary will be based on education, training and previous related work experience)

PLEASE FAX RESUMES TO (847) 475-2699
Attn: Damaris Ortiz

Or via e-mail:
ortizd@childcarenetworkofevanston.org

The Family Services Manager, a full-time exempt position, employed by Childcare Network of Evanston, is responsible for managing Evanston Early Head Start (EEHS) program systems, as outlined in the Head Start Program Performance Standards, for Family Partnerships and Community Partnerships.  The Family and Services Manager supervises and assists the staff of Family Advocates  and Home Visitors to ensure that families receive comprehensive, coordinated support services with a focus on prevention.  This position is a part of the EEHS management team. It requires collaboration with the childcare partners, delegates and community agency staff to support all enrolled children and families.  Some case management responsibility for an identified caseload requiring more intensive intervention as needed, as well as making referrals to outside agencies when warranted.

AA or above in Social Work, Community Service or related field, MSW preferred; five years experience in a Head Start or similar Early Childhood center or program, and supervising staff.  Understanding of Head Start Performance Standards.  Proven ability to function as a leader, as well as a team member.  Experience working with teen parents, infants and toddlers, children with special needs and families preferred. 

This is a full-time (40 Hours per week), full year position.  Work hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Applicants must be able to work some evenings hours for monthly meetings, family events and parent groups.

(Salary will be based on education, training and previous related work experience)

PLEASE FAX RESUMES TO (847) 475-2699
Attn: Damaris Ortiz

Or via e-mail:
ortizd@childcarenetworkofevanston.org

Four (4) year college degree in Early Childhood Education, related field or equivalent experience with Head Start or other preschool programs, master degree preferred.  As Chief Operating Officer of the Agency the Executive Director must demonstrate exceptional management and leadership skills.  Extensive experience in supervision, management and administration.  Must be able to communicate effectively.  DCFS Director Qualified (30 credits hours in Early Childhood Education).

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands -While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; bend down to a child’s level, sit on the floor with the children, respond to a child’s quick and frequent movements, use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move 30 to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close and distance vision

Work environment - Must have ability to work in an environment with a high noise level and considerable activity. 

1. Demonstrate a clear understanding of Agency goals and find creative yet prudent solutions to present and future challenges.
2. Display a clear and functional understanding of all agency programs and implement federal and state mandates governing Head Start & CSBG (Community Services Block Grant) Standards; facilitation of Agency self assessments.
3. Serve as the Chief Administrator and provide overall leadership and direction for the organization in accordance with the objectives and policies of the Governing Board and Policy Council.
4. Foster a positive working relationship with the Agency Staff, Governing Board, and Policy Council by providing professional expertise when necessary and implement policies as required.
5. Responsible for the creation of the annual budget that funds all required programs at appropriate and productive levels.
6. Work with the Board to develop long and short range strategic planning for the agency.
7. Ensure key staff perform all functions of their job descriptions and evaluate annually.
8. Annually reviews curriculum and services provided in response to staff and federal mandates.
9. Develop and exhibit a thorough understanding of all Agency programs.
10. Ensure proper delegation of responsibilities and support a teambuilding environment.
11. Effectively communicate with staff, clients, and the community to ensure overall support of the agency mission.
12. Operate as the agency’s public image and forge positive relationships with funding sources as well as other organizations.
13. Actively support and provide resources for career development of staff and professional development of the Governing Board.  
14. Oversee the drafting of effective grant proposals and compliance with existing and new grant reporting and service delivery requirements.
15. Ensure compliance with all applicable personnel, wage and hour, and fair labor practices, laws, etc.
16. Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the agency’s programs by ensuring completion and performing all other duties necessary to the success of the agency and its programs.

1. New employee evaluation after three months.
2. Annual evaluation by Board of Directors.