Ohio Valley Opportunities, Inc. is seeking qualified individual for the position of Head Start Center Director at our Jefferson County Head Start centers. This Center Director position will share time between the Madison and Hanover Centers. The Center Director will provide staff management and ensure the safe and productive operation of the facilities. A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field required.  Individual must be at least 21 years of age.  This is a full time position with excellent benefits.

Some of the job duties include:

• Maintain necessary documentation to ensure program meets Head Start Program Performance Standards, Indiana Daycare Licensing requirements and Paths-to Quality rating as appropriate.
• Organize and schedule general and routine maintenance of the facilities.
• Develop staff work schedules to assure appropriate child/staff rations and adherence to Indiana Labor Laws.
• Ensure that center operates according to all OVO agency and Head Start program policies and procedures.
• Maintain safety and oversee facilities and playground safety related maintenance and repair needs and environmental concerns for staff and children.
• Adhere to all Personnel Policies, Head Start Program Performance Standards, Program Policies and Procedures and Indiana Childcare Licensing Regulations.
• Must be flexible and willing to adjust work hours and deemed necessary to accommodate families, program activities and/or training.
• Advocate for early childhood education through ensuring quality services to children, families and the community. Be a liaison for the company and program within the community.
• Ensure sufficient and proper supervision of all children at the site at all times.
• Work collaboratively with all staff to provide for the needs of the children in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Utilize, monitor and maintain program databases to accurately track child, family and staff information.
• Encourage parent and community volunteerism and participate in other activities to generate in-kind.
• Provide ongoing communication and information sharing with staff and parents.
• Respond competently to the diverse cultures, traditions, lifestyles, languages and values of each family.
• Submit timely, neat and accurate reports with appropriate data.

OVO is an equal opportunity employer and provider.

Ohio Valley Opportunities Head Start Program has outstanding career opportunities available for early childhood professionals that are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of preschoolers. Full-time Center Assistant positions are now available in our Jefferson, Scott and Jennings county center. These positions requires a high school diploma or GED.  Prefer an individual with experience working with families and children. We offer a competitive benefit package, 401(k) plan and generous earned leave time. $10.75 per hour. OVO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

OVO Head Start has an outstanding career opportunity available for skilled early childhood education professionals who are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of preschoolers. A full-time Teacher Assistant position is now available at our Madison Head Start Center. An Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related field with relevant coursework required. $13.25 per hour. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: 401(k), health/dental/vision/life insurance, paid holidays and generous Earned Leave Time.

OVO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provider.

Ohio Valley Opportunities is seeking a skilled leader for the position of Community Service Block Grant Operations Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience with federal and/or state reporting requirements, program development, team leadership, strong communication skills, and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks. The CSBG Operations Manager will be responsible for all aspects of the CSBG Grant, including grant administration and operations, reporting, compliance, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. This position will serve as a community organizer to help address root causes of poverty for low-income households especially in regard to employment, education, income management, housing, nutrition, emergency services and health. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, in addition to three years of professional experience required. OVO is and Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.