Job Posting
Education/Literacy Specialist
Position Title: Education/Literacy Specialist
Reports to: Head Start Director
Wage Classification: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Coordinates the education program implementation for Head Start, Early Head Start, or Child Care; supervises the implementation of planned activities; oversees and trains the teaching staff; evaluates early childhood development and parent involvement programs.
This position description may not include all the listed duties, nor do all the listed examples include all tasks that may be found or assigned to this position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Satisfactory job performance will be determined by the successful execution of the following:
a) Develop and revise the annual Education Service Plan to achieve educational objectives and to meet Head Start performance standards.
b) Develop and revise the annual service plan to achieve objectives and to meet Head Start Performance Standards.
c) Provides technical assistance and training to teaching staff to ensure the monitoring and achievement of educational goals and objectives.
d) Assists teachers in identifying classroom supplies, equipment, and instructional materials needs.
e) Monitors teacher lesson plans and classroom assessments to measure children's progress.
f) Meets regularly with other coordinators/case managers to share information and coordinate efforts to implement performance standards.
g) Attends Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings as needed.
h) Works collaboratively with all early childhood programs and service providers.
i) Assists with the Policy Council and services as a resource.
j) Develop and implement an annual written plan for parent involvement/family partnerships that crosses all program components.
k) Participates in regular job performance assessments, including developing and implementing individual professional development plans.
l) Keeps other staff apprised of parent issues.
m) Plans with and assists teaching staff in implementing parent involvement in the education program.
n) If working in Early Head Start or Child Care, oversee parent volunteers' recruitment, training, and scheduling.
o) If working in Early Head Start or Child Care, prepares, presents, and coordinates training programs to develop and improve competencies for parents and staff and ensure proficiency in parent involvement.
p) Maintains a calendar of monthly activities and projects.
q) Maintains communication between program staff and parents through newsletters, correspondence, and other means.
r) Provides monthly reports on training, referrals, concerns, and general progress to the Director, Board of Education, or other entities as requested.
s) Complies with all program, state, and federal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
t) Performs initial income eligibility verification and six-month re-certifications for the Child Care Program.
u) Monitors, maintains, and analyzes student academic progress data to ensure students meet Head Start Student Outcomes.
v) Ensures confidential maintenance of all participant files, including data regarding each child’s assessments, educational programs, and progress.
w) Observe teachers in the classroom to ensure that sound educational practices are occurring daily; provide guidance, recommendations, and feedback.
x) Maintains professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences, reviewing professional publications, establishing networks, participating in professional societies, and conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
y) Collaborates with Head Start Coordinators.
z) Maintains confidentiality of all information.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:
a) Supervises staff in implementing planned activities in accordance with the Head Start, Early Head Start, or Child Care strategic plan and performance standards.
b) Supervises personnel, including hiring, firing, performance evaluation, training, work allocation, and problem resolution recommendations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
a) Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood, Education, or a related field.
b) Two years of education experience working with young children and parents.
c) Two years experience in a supervisory capacity.
d) Master’s Degree preferred.
e) CPR and First Aid certifications.
f) Valid Oklahoma driver’s license with the ability to meet Seminole Nation liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
g) Must be able to pass a background check.
h) Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation Drug-Free Workplace policies.
i) Must have fingerprinting completed before employment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
a) Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
b) Knowledge of child growth and development theories, early childhood education, and family support.
c) Knowledge of records management procedures.
d) Knowledge of preschool curriculum development principles, practices, and methods.
e) Knowledge of early childhood learning methods.
f) Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards.
g) Has skills in operating various word processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs.
h) Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.
i) Skill in making effective decisions in emergencies.
j) Skill in providing leadership to, supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.
k) Ability to work independently and effectively manage time, set priorities, and meet deadlines with many interruptions.
l) Ability to exhibit emotional maturity, good judgment, and high standards.
m) Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively verbally and in writing and make effective presentations.
n) Ability to independently undertake tasks requiring the exercise of discretion and the use of skills to comply with federal and state regulations and program standards.
o) Ability to assume responsibility and provide leadership in emergencies or crises.
p) Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and co-workers at all levels.
q) Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
r) Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, parents, and other agencies and community partners.
s) Ability to collect and analyze information and develop statistical analysis and reports or data.
t) Ability to perform and analyze child development assessments.
u) Ability to respect the dignity of each family, culture, customs, and beliefs.
v) Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with people.
w) Ability to use effective communication skills, both verbal and written, and provide reports as needed.
x) Ability to work professionally and cooperatively with staff, parents, and community members.
y) Ability to understand and learn Head Start Standards, regulations, handbooks, and policies for implementation and reporting requirements.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
a) Work is performed in a typical interior/office environment.
b) Work is performed in a childcare center with a high noise.
c) Exposure to unpleasant odors and infectious diseases.
d) Travel is required.
PREFERENCE:
Tribal preference and Native American Indian preference shall apply to all positions at Seminole Nation
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
Additional Information
Shift : Day
Closing Date: 05/15/2026 |
