Center Generalist Head Start
About This Role
This Center Generalist Head Start position at Family Forum, Inc. in Superior, WI offers $17.25/Hr. The ideal candidate brings a willingness to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, with employer support and a commitment to supporting ECE program operations.
About Us
Family Forum, Inc. is dedicated to preparing children and their families for success through high-quality programming, family support, and wellness education, while fostering meaningful relationships. We value Relationships, Empowerment, Trust, and Safety.
Position Overview
The Center Generalist supports a Head Start center's daily operations, assisting the Center Manager with administrative, health, safety, family engagement, and enrollment tasks. This is a hands-on role at the heart of a busy early childhood center — perfect for someone who loves organization, connecting with families, and keeping a team running smoothly.
Job Type: Regular
Schedule: Full-time (30+ hours)
Job Status: Part- Year (August-June)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Travel: Limited to required trainings
What You'll Do
- Enter and maintain accurate program data in the database; run and analyze reports as requested
- Complete and file Child Accident/Injury reports promptly
- Conduct regular file checks to ensure compliance and organization
- Track daily attendance; contact families regarding unexplained absences
- Set up Active Supervision schedules and support reflective team meetings
- Coordinate and prepare agendas for staff meetings, Teacher Team Meetings, and Center Parent Meetings
- Maintain calendars for staff leave and scheduled meetings (including IEP/IFSP)
- Prepare and distribute a bi-monthly Staff Newsletter
- Answer phones, greet visitors, and manage incoming/outgoing mail
- Prepare purchase orders and support recruitment/enrollment of children and families
- Maintain the family communication board and support parent correspondence
- Step into the classroom as needed to cover teacher breaks, maintaining ratio and continuity of care
- Follow emergency procedures, safety protocols, and agency Standards of Conduct
- Participate in agency trainings, meetings, and community events
- Other duties as assigned to support center safety and compliance
Requirements
Qualifications
Education (Required)
- CDA in preschool and or/ 1 year office administration.
Experience
- Prior office experience
- Prior early childhood experience
- Must be qualified to step into the classroom to assist with teacher breaks (per state child care ratio and licensing requirements)
Certifications
- Current, valid driver's license
- Infant/Pediatric CPR certification
- Up-to-date OSHA, Civil Rights, Mandated Reporter, and Abusive Head Trauma certifications (must follow renewal timelines)
- 25 hours of continuing education required annually
Nice to Have
Current Wisconsin Registry account
Benefits
About Family Forum, Inc.
Family Forum, Inc. is a private, non-profit corporation that provides programs for families in Ashland, Bayfield, Douglas, Iron, and Price Counties of Wisconsin. The corporation is made up of a Governing Board who manage the affairs of the corporation through the Executive Director. The programs provided by Family Forum, Inc. are Head Start / Early Head Start.
Mission Statement
We are dedicated to preparing children and their families for success; through high quality programming, family support and wellness education, while fostering meaningful relationships.
Our Vision
Partnering with families and communities to build school readiness for all children through passionately committed relationships that connect families to goal oriented outcomes.
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
None required but we will support obtaining CDA.
What does this position pay?
This Center Generalist Head Start role pays $17.25/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Family Forum, Inc. located?
Family Forum, Inc. is located at 1500 North 34th Street, Superior, WI