Temporary Head Start Teacher Director

Join an exciting team of professionals making a difference in the lives of children and families! Head Start has been improving the lives of low-income children and families in Santa Cruz County since 1965 through high quality, comprehensive child development, and family support services. Head Start supports school readiness and promotes healthy families through delivery of education, health, and social services. Head Start also provides quality training and support to employee’s individualized professional growth and development.

• Ensures accurate, up-to-date record keeping/documentation within required deadlines
• Plans and coordinate class activities with staff team, and act as a liaison with other managers and sites
• Demonstrate good judgment and problem-solving skills; seek assistance when needed; exercise discretion when speaking of clients and colleagues

• 16 hours of preventative health (course or certification)

• Have, and maintain, a current California Child Development Site Supervisor Permit or higher
• Three semester units of Administration/Supervision/Employee Relations

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population and comply with program regulations
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, successfully and manage stressful situations
• Ability to problem solve and maintain a high level of productivity
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work at children’s physical level, by: bending, squatting, sitting & rising from floor, moving swiftly
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) required
• Basic to Intermediate computer literacy skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, good driving record
• Provide own transportation and be familiar with community resources
• Must be able to pass and maintain background check
• Health Screen, TB, MMR & Tdap (vaccines) clearance before hire
• Proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States
• Flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends

About Us:
Encompass Community Services is committed to racial equity and standing against discrimination of all kinds. We believe that having a diverse workforce, representative of the many communities we serve, is a tremendous strength for our agency. We are committed to providing staff development and advancement opportunities that support and foster a strong and diverse workforce that supports excellence in services.

At Encompass, we provide our community with a wide range of services related to family & social well-being, early childhood education, behavioral health, housing and more. Every day through these services, we work to make health, education and housing more equitable for all people in Santa Cruz County. For more than 40 years, our work has touched generations by helping people have access to education, rebuild relationships, restore their health and regain dignity.

Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive medical and dental insurance plan, paid spring break and sick time.

Encompass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. We are committed to excellence through diversity and strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all clients and employees. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

If we find that your qualifications are a good fit with our current needs, we will contact you with further instructions. Thank you for your interest in Encompass!