PANAMA CITY — Although the mission of Head Start is to get children started early on a lifetime of learning, the director of the local centers said the program actually is “a whole-family kind of thing.” The national Head Start program celebrated its 50th anniversary this week. Since 1965, the program has served more than…
For the first time, Head Start pre-K students graduated with Rosenwald High School seniors during their commencement Thursday morning at the Marina Civic Center. Rosenwald Principal Anita Dillard said this was a one-time event. “I’m retiring and I wanted those students to transition with me,” Dillard said. “I want those students (Head Start) to have…
Description: The Accounting Manager assists the Finance Department in maintaining accurate accounting systems for the agency including but not limited to: General Ledger transactions, Budgeting, Financial Analysis and Reporting, Audit Preparation, and Retirement Plan administration. Specific Job Duties: Assist in preparing budgets, including those for the annual grant applications, programs, and the agency as a…
This position is responsible for the overall evaluation of health services, including medical, dental and nutritional services of all Head Start children enrolled through Early Education and Care, Inc. Maintains case management of health services for all Head Start children. Assists staff to ensure goals, policies and activities of health programs are implemented according to…
To maintain all Early Education and Care’s facilities as needed performing repairs on equipment, building maintenance, etc., with early morning focus on the Central Office. Duties include: Maintain grounds at centers by raking, moving, picking up debris and extinguishing ant beds. Note potential safety hazards in building and grounds. Discuss with maintenance supervisor. Perform repairs…
Job Function: The Executive Director of Early Education and Care, Inc. shares the Board’s passion for the mission of the organization and preserves and expands on the unique history and successes of the organization with sound fiscal management. The Executive Director leads the organization to fulfillment of its mission by managing its day-to-day affairs, manages…
Description: Work collaboratively with the families to identify the family’s goals, strengths, and secure necessary services. To form a partnership with parents and families to develop, plan, and implement positive early childhood experiences. Assist families in completing original enrollment applications for their child or children and ensure all necessary documents for enrollment are collected and…
This position will work with children with challenging behaviors or who are in need of Mental Health services and implement the EEC mental health program to achieve a successful mental health environment for children and families served by Head Start. Specific Job Duties: Work in conjunction with Mental Health Coordinator to provide mental health…
Description: 1. Responsible for communication with children, transportation specialist, parents, school staff, emergency personnel, co-workers, and others. 2. Assist bus driver in a cooperative manner. 3. Notify the bus driver if a discipline or safety problem develops on the bus. 4. Responsible for filing written incident reports as necessary. 5. Responsible for attending meetings and…
It is the expectation that all employees seek additional opportunities to contribute to the success and progress of Early Education and Care and its programs. Specific Job Duties: Plan and implement a daily classroom program that is developmental, individualized and appropriate for the ages of children in care. Encourage parent involvement by positive contact…
