Description
Under the general supervision of the assigned Program
Manager, the Early Head Start Mobile Unit Services Coordinator is responsible
for a designated service area within the Head Start program. This position
interprets and applies program policies, procedures, and regulatory
requirements. The role includes coordinating and performing a full range of
duties, such as reviewing, evaluating, and maintaining child records, and
keeping parents informed of their child's progress and any required follow-up.
Assessments include clearly defined goals aligned with program objectives,
along with documented plans for achieving those goals. In addition, the Mobile
Unit Services Coordinator provides direct instructional services to children
through the mobile unit in the role of a teacher. This is a limited position that may convert to
career. Salary Range: $56,200.00 - 106,200.00
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in child
development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Family Consumer
Science, Sociology, Psychology, Social Sciences, Social Work, or related field. - Child Development Teacher's
Permit - Required to hold valid
California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with
local policies/procedures and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice
Program - CPR, Basic First Aid
Certificate, must be updated as required (or must receive within 6 months of
hire) - 2 years of experience in a
public or private organization or community development agency providing direct
delivery of services to clients. - 2 years of experience working
directly with 0-5 children in a teaching position, families, and staff in an
early care and education setting. - Per funding agency
requirements, all Early Head Start staff must complete background checks prior
to hire and at least every five years that includes, sex offender registry
check, State or FBI criminal history check, including fingerprint check, child
abuse registry check. - Understanding and use of the
principles and practices of the ECE field, including reflective practice, and
children who speak multiple languages. Knowledge in adult learning principles
(preferred). - Ability to communicate
effectively with families, Early Head Start staff, community resource agencies,
consultants and volunteers to support families in locating and accessing
appropriate community services as needed. - Proficient in Microsoft Office
Suite; including Excel and have the ability to type at least 30 wpm. - Communicate effectively with
staff and develop positive work relationships. Works collaboratively as a team
player with her/his staff, clients (children and parents) and other
professionals in the program/agency. - Ability to use kitchen
utensils and appliances safely for preparing and serving snacks. - Can be
trained Required Ability to provide education, training opportunities, and
promote positive relationship building for all enrolled pregnant women,
families and their infants and toddlers. Ability to conduct on-site staff
training and parent if needed. - Fluency and proficiency in
English, Excellent written and oral communication skills, detail oriented.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred - Must meet state health
requirements that include passing a physical examination as condition of
employment, providing verification of COVID-19 vaccine, TB Clearance, and up to
date with immunization - Ability to prioritize. Sound
organizational and time management skills to manage high and varied activity
levels.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to carry children, up to 40 pounds, during each
workday when necessary. - Ability to engage in frequent bending, reaching, twisting
and engage in moderate to frequent kneeling, crawling, and stooping while
observing, or performing classroom activities. - Ability to engage in frequent writing, typing on keyboards,
and handling small objects (e.g. arts and crafts for children). - Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time that
may exceed an hour at a time. This includes sitting on the floor for extended
periods (e.g. while engaging in child development activities during home
visits, classroom, and socialization sessions).
Preferred:
- Master's degree in child development or related area
- 1 year supervisory and/or management, and/or early
childhood coaching experience in EHS or related program. - 1 years' experience working with IDEA Part C
- Family Development Credential Training
- Knowledge and experience of the following program quality
assessment tools: Environmental Rating Scales (ERS) and CLASS. Coaches
demonstrate knowledge of tools by completion of 2-day observer training for
CLASS and in-depth training for ERS tools (ECERS, ITERS, or FCCERS). Preferred
experience integrating the necessary tools and domains into their coaching
practices - Required knowledge of the following Professional
Development Pathways tools: California Infant & Toddlers and Preschool
Learning Foundations and Frameworks (Pre-K or Infant/Toddler as appropriate),
Ages and Stages Questionnaire.
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University of California - Los Angeles Health
Apr 08, 2026