Education
FCR HEAD START & EARLY HEAD START
Chatiba Bullock
Education Area Manager
Developing young minds through play-based learning and nurturing their curiosity for a lifetime of growth and discovery.
A good teacher is like a candle—it consumes itself to light the way for others.
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Early
Childhood Education!
This service area is dedicated to providing young children with the best possible start in life. We believe that early education is an essential foundation for future success, and we are committed to helping children develop the skills they need to thrive in both academic and social settings.
Our program is designed to be age-appropriate and interactive, encouraging children to explore their world through play, experimentation, and imagination. Here, you will use your passion, knowledge and skills to help children learn, grow, and develop while working closely with families to provide support and guidance on each child’s unique journey. We welcome you to become a part of our community and look forward to your overall success.
The education team work together to…
- Provide high-quality early education and child development services, including children with disabilities, that promote children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth for later success in school.
- Embed responsive and effective teacher-child interactions.
- Implement a research-based curriculum, and screening and assessment procedures that support individualization and growth in the areas of development described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and support family engagement in children’s learning and development.
Deliver developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate learning experiences in language, literacy, mathematics, social and emotional functioning, approaches to learning, science, physical skills, and creative arts.
Head Start Education Team includes:
Education Manager
Center Director
Head Start Assistant Teacher
Early Head Start Lead Teacher
Head Start/Early Head Start Assistant Teacher
Head Start/Early Head Start Teacher Aide
Infant/Toddler Teacher
School Readiness Coach
Nutrition Aide
Partnerships Team includes:
Lead Teacher CCDC
Assistant Teacher CCDC
NC Pre-K Lead Teacher | CCDC
NC Pre-K Assistant Teacher | CCDC
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Head Start teachers play a critical role in promoting the development and early learning of young children. They are responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities that foster social-emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. Additionally, they work closely with families to ensure that each child receives the support and resources they need to succeed. They also monitor children’s health and well-being, and make referrals for necessary services as needed. Furthermore, Head Start teachers create a safe and nurturing learning environment that is inclusive of all children and promotes a love for learning.
Finally, teachers in the Head Start program are also responsible for ongoing evaluation and assessment to ensure that their lesson plans and activities are meeting the needs of each child in their care.
Center directors are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of Head Start programs, which provide early childhood education and support services to low-income families. They ensure compliance with federal regulations and program performance standards, such as conducting annual self-assessments and ensuring the safety and well-being of children and staff. Center directors oversee hiring, training, and supervision of staff, including teachers, family service workers, and administrative staff. They collaborate with community partners to provide additional services to families, such as health screenings, nutrition education, and mental health support. Center directors also manage budgets, grants, and fundraising efforts to support the program’s financial sustainability. They serve as advocates for families and promote community engagement to enhance program outcomes.
The Home Based component in the Early Head Start program is a service option that assists children and families in their own homes. It provides comprehensive services to low-income parents who are pregnant or have a child under age three. Early Head Start staff develop a partnership with families to enhance the parent-child relationship and promote child development. Home visitors meet with families regularly to provide parenting information and support, facilitate child learning and development, and involve the family in community services. This component provides individualized services to meet the unique needs of each family. Home Based services are usually provided weekly and include child-focused activities, parent-child activities, and group socialization opportunities. The goal of the Home Based component is to strengthen families and promote the healthy development of young children.
