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Salary : $69,968.50 AnnuallyLocation : Location will vary among Head Start Centers, COJob Type: Regular Full-timeJob Number: 07399Department: Human ServicesDivision: Head Start FundOpening Date: 03/13/2026Closing Date: 4/3/2026 4:30 PM MountainOur Mission: To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.EEO: Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.Position classification: Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite. What Success Looks Like In This Job The Education Supervisor is responsible for managing, organizing, coordinating, and directing theessential functions of assigned sites. This role ensures the consistent implementation of high-qualityearly childhood education services in compliance with state requirements, program policies, rules,and regulations. The Education Supervisor provides teachers, teacher assistants, and classroom aideswith ongoing observation, feedback, coaching, mentoring, and supervision to supportdevelopmentally appropriate teaching practices and continuous professional growth. Examples of Duties for Success• Oversee assigned site(s) compliance and staff implementation of Head Start PerformanceStandards, childcare licensing requirements, the Early Learning Outcomes Framework, and allprogram policies and procedures, including coaching, corrective action, and performanceaccountability as needed.• The Education Supervisor in collaboration with and under the direction of the EducationManager is responsible for managing, organizing, coordinating, and directing the essentialfunctions of assigned sites.• Lead the use of data and reporting systems by analyzing and interpreting information frominternal systems and external platforms to support program operations, compliance, and guidecontinuous quality improvement.• Observe, monitor, and follow up with education staff using multiple assessment andobservation tools to identify needs for coaching, mentoring, technical assistance, andprofessional development.• Provide ongoing coaching and reflective supervision to support staff professional growth,instructional quality, and effective classroom management.• Demonstrate knowledge of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Plans;support staff in planning developmentally appropriate activities and ensuring individualizedinstruction for all children.• Oversee and support the implementation of curricula, assessment platforms, and instructionalpractices, including Creative Curriculum, Incredible Years, Zoo Phonics, and Teaching StrategiesGOLD, ensuring lesson planning, classroom implementation, curriculum fidelity, and alignmentwith program goals, assessment requirements, and embedded CLASS and TPOT indicators.• Oversee positive discipline practices are consistently implemented in all classrooms, andsupervision of children is always maintained as the highest priority.• Provide supervisory oversight of assigned site(s) to ensure classrooms, facilities, and operationsmeet health, safety, and licensing requirements, including review and documentation ofrequired safety checks and drills.• Collaborate with program leadership and cross-functional teams to support staff performanceand program effectiveness for children and families.• Oversee classroom routines, including family-style meals, to ensure alignment with the bestdevelopmental practices and medical and nutritional requirements.• Lead and participate in required meetings, training(s), and professional development activitiesto ensure consistent implementation of education services.• Ensure compliance with professional development requirements, including requiredcompetencies and certifications for the position.• Oversee staffing coverage and teacher-child ratios in accordance with state licensingrequirements across all Head Start sites.• Ensure timely completion of reports and effective communication with leadership and respondto concerns and inquiries professionally and promptly.• Foster a positive, respectful, and professional work environment that attracts, retains, andmotivates staff to effectively serve children and families.• Accept temporary work assignments within Adams County as needed to support staffing needs,center flexibility, or role coverage.• Always maintain confidentiality and adhere to the program's employee standards of conduct. Qualifications for Success• Supervisory experience and demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education, childdevelopment theory, and Head Start program operations, services, and activities.• Knowledge of and ability to implement early childhood curricula and consistently apply positivediscipline practices.• Ability to provide effective training, coaching, mentoring, and technical assistance to staff andparents regarding educational programs and issues.• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and a professional, positiveattitude and appearance.• Ability to establish, maintain, and promote a respectful, collaborative work environment andopen, honest, and professional communication that supports staff retention and high-qualityservices for children and families.• Demonstrate skills in record keeping, report writing, and clear, concise oral and writtencommunication, including proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications andprogram-related software.• Demonstrate alignment with County norms and values, with a strong commitment to serviceexcellence and exceeding customer service expectations. More Qualifications for Success Experience:Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in early childhood education or child development, including at least two (2) years of experience in teaching and curriculum planning. Minimum of two (2) years of supervision experience.Education and Training:Bachelor of Early Childhood Education OR Bachelor of Arts degree with major course work in early childhood education or related field from an accredited college or university with major course work in early childhood education.License or Certificate: Director certification or level six (6) on Colorado Shines PDISValid Colorado Driver's License and Proof of vehicle insurance A Motor Vehicle record check will be conductedAbility to obtain Class Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) CertificationAbility to obtain Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT) CertificationAbility to obtain Preschool Interrater Reliability Certification Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid CertificationAbility to obtain a medication administration certificateBackground Check: Ability to pass multiple criminal backgrounds and Central Registry checksA fingerprint check may be conductedA Motor Vehicle record check will be conductedOther: Must complete physical examination and TB test upon hireAbility to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climbAbility to lift-up to 45 poundsExposure to childhood diseasesAdams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.Click to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!Benefits You Expect: AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance Deferred Compensation Plan Dental/Vision/Medical Plans Generous Vacation/Sick leave Long-Term Disability Retirement Plan Short-Term DisabilityPlus some you might not expect: Employee Assistance Program Employee Fitness Center Employee Health Clinics Flexible Work Schedules Recreation Center Discounts Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs Wellness programs Lactation friendly certified workplace01 Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position. Yes, I understand and agree Yes, I understand but disagree. 02 Adams County Head Start receives funding from the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). Does your participation in community/state partnerships or do you have personal ties that can create a conflict of interest that could impact the program's CACFP funding source? Yes No 03 Do you possess at least three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in early childhood education or child development, including at least two (2) years of experience in teaching and curriculum planning? Yes No 04 Do you possess at least two (2) years of supervision experience? Yes No 05 Please select your highest level of education: Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Bachelor of Arts degree with major course work in early childhood education or related field from an accredited college or university with major course work in early childhood education None of the above 06 Have you obtained a Director Certification or reached Level 6 in Colorado Shines PDIS? Yes No 07 Are you able to possess a Valid Colorado Driver's License and Proof of vehicle insurance or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire? Yes No 08 Are you willing and able to obtain the required certifications for this position: Class Assessment Scoring System (CLASS), Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT), Preschool Interrater Reliability, CPR/First Aid, and Medication Administration? Yes No 09 Do you have experience supervising over 10 people at a time? Yes No 10 How familiar are you with Practice-Based Coaching? Required Question