Assistant Director Educare Winnebago

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Wellness resources

Closes: 8/5/2025

Assistant Director (Educare Winnebago)

Reports To: Director

Salary (Grade): $70,720.00/year

Status: Reg. Full-Time (Exempt)

Location: Educare Winnebago, 317 Frenchman Street, Winnebago Ne. 68071

Job Purpose & Position Overview:
To provide assistance to the Director in the management and delivery of and management of direct services to children and families enrolled at Educare Winnebago. Will work closely with the Director to prepare all grants and funding request as needed. He/she is also responsible for the effective implementation of relationship-based family-centered services, providing leadership to center staff, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Along with the Education Program Managers ensure coverage of classrooms and needs are met of the staff. Will be required to conduct on boarding with new staff.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Administration:

• Is knowledgeable regarding and ensures program compliance with the Head Start Performance Standards and Educare Core Features and Model.
• Schedule, facilitate and/or attend internal program meetings on a regular basis, i.e. weekly leadership, monthly Parent Policy Council meetings and all staff meetings.
• Promote and facilitate effective communication strategies between education program managers, classroom teachers, staff and administration.
• Ensure the Educare classrooms are adhering to the policies and procedures of Educare Winnebago.
• Ensure Educare building meet all statutory requirements and are adequately cleaned and provide a positive environment for children and families.
• Ensure the implementation and utilization of a management information system at Educare
• Prepare summary reports of monitoring activities to be distributed to the Director and Educare Winnebago Policy Council.

Program Planning and Management:

• Monitor implementation and coordination of classroom, aftercare, family support, mental health, nutrition, nursing and other consultation services for children and families.
• Work with the Director to develop and implement a monitoring system to ensure all Head Start objectives are completed in a timely manner.
• Assists the Director to complete the annual operating plan (AOP).
• Assist the Director, as needed, to update the annual community assessment.
• Oversee recruitment and enrollment of children into the program. (EHS/HS)
• Assist in the Implementation and update Head Start Plans to enhance the quality of service.

Fiscal Management:

• Reviews and approves menu plans and food purchases.
• Assists the Director in preparing budgets for program operations.
• Review need for funding to meet the goals and objectives of Educare Winnebago
• Submits request for purchases in a timely manner to ensure program operations run smoothly.
• Assist with billing for parent pay, Childcare subsidy, USDA, and other funding requirements.

Personnel Management:

• Monitor and address issues around staff performance and related disciplinary action.
• Ensure adequate staffing at all times.
• Ensures open positions are advertised and participates in the interview process.
• Will ensure appropriate support and supervision is provided for the teaching staff, non-managerial staff, parent volunteers and other program associated
• Conduct regular, reflective supervision with supervisees in order to support their work with children and families.
• Recruit, schedule and supervise program volunteers and practicum students
• Conduct onboard training including teaching safe environment of new staff with assistance of appropriate supervisory personnel
• Work with programs including the LEA to develop an internship program with local youth from the High School to intern at Educare.
• Assists potential employees with Nebraska State Patrol background checks and DHHS Central Registry
• Monitor and address issues around staff performance and related disciplinary action.

Professional Development:

• Identifies staff development and professional development needs in accordance with Head Start Requirements and Nebraska Department of Education.
• Develop and implement program professional development and training plan
• Develop with employees an individualized educational plan for completion of a certificate/degree in a timely manner.
• Assist Educare employees in obtaining the necessary quality professional and educational trainings.
• Monitors academic support and guidance for staff who are enrolled in college classes regarding attendance and grades

Other:

• Implement and update as needed, Policies and procedures for Educare Winnebago.
• Understands and adheres to the Policies and Procedures of the Educare Winnebago Program and the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.
• Follows the chain of command of the Tribal Organization.
• Duties listed are intended as an illustration of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from this position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have a Baccalaureate degree and experience in supervision of staff, fiscal management, and administration.
• Must have experience with using APS, E Self-Serve, Martus Tools, and Sage Intaact.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication, supervisory, leadership and management skills.
• Experience in human services program management, including program planning, operations and evaluations and the use of management information systems.
• An Understanding of the Head Start philosophy and performance Standards to implement its principal of shared authority and decision making.
• Ability to develop and manage a program budget.
• Must have basic knowledge of the requirements and laws governing services for special needs children.
• Must have knowledge of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Must have knowledge of grant writing and federal regulation comprehension.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Winnebago Tribe’s insurance.
• Must be in good physical and mental health and be of good moral character.
• Must have a physical examination and tuberculin test annually.
• Must obtain a CPR and first aid certification within 90 days and keep valid.
• Presents a positive image for Educare Winnebago in the community. Must be a positive role model for children, families and staff.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Family Support Supervisor
• Education Program Managers
• Health and Safety Coordinator

Training Requirements:

• Must be willing to attend meetings and trainings as requested.

Physical Requirements:

• Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
• While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.

Mental Requirements:

• Reading, writing, calculating
• Above average social interaction skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Ability to work as part of a team and/or with minimal to no supervision.

Language Requirements:

• Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

Certificates, Licenses & registrations:

• All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Submit an application at www.winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.
• If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.
• Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.

As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.