Job Description
Child Development Support Staff 950 Shelton Mill Road, Auburn, AL 36830 Full-time Full-time Thank you for your interest in joining ACHR. Our Child Development program includes Head Start, serving 250 children ages 3-5 and Early Head Start serving 160 children from birth through age 3. ACHR has 3 locations in Auburn, Opelika, and Hurtsboro, Alabama. Support staff are essential contributors to the overall effectiveness and quality of a Child Development program. They help maintain structured, supportive environment by assisting with daily operations, coordinating administrative tasks, and providing additional support in classrooms, family services, and mental health. Their work allows educators to focus on teaching while ensure that children and families experience well-organized, welcoming, and responsive program. Through their efforts, support staff help create the stability and continuity that are key to positive development outcomes.
HOW TO APPLY
Please reference Job Code & Position Title when submitting your application. Submit the following credentials:
Resume, Degree/Certificates, and Transcripts. ACHR provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. Health Insurance:
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama (Primary) & ACI (Secondary) Free Dental, Vision, and Life insurance for employees Supplemental Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Life, Accidental, Critical Illness Defined Pension Retirement Plan Leave:
1 Annual Day & 1 Sick Day per month Holiday:
10-15 Calendar Days Please review below the current job vacancies within our agency: Center Operations The Center Operations department in Head Start program is responsible for the overall management and daily functioning of program centers, ensuring that high-quality services are delivered in a safe, organized, and compliant environment. This department serves as the operational backbone of the program, supporting both staff and families by maintaining efficient, well-run centers. The department is led by the Center Operations Manager , who provides oversight of all center-based activities and ensures alignments with Head Start Program Performance Standards, licensing requirements, and organizational goals. Support this role is the Center & Education Assistant Manager , who helps coordinate daily operations and provides additional leadership and problem-solving support across sites. Center Operations also includes Center Operation Supervisors , who manager specific centers, monitor staff performance, and ensure that daily routines, safety procedures, and program expectations are consistently followed. Mentor Coaches work closely with the Education team, providing guidance, modeling best practices, and supporting continuous quality improvement in classroom instruction and interactions. In addition, the department oversees Bus Drivers and Bus Aides, who ensure safe and reliable transportation for children, while adhering to strict safety and compliance standards. The department also collaborates closely with and support the Education team, helping ensure classrooms are properly staffed, equipped, and functioning effectively to promote school readiness. Schedule:
Monday-Fridays 7:30-4:30 For Bus Drives & Bus Aides ONLY:
Monday-Fridays 6:30-10:30 & 12:30-4:30 (split schedule•subject to change) Locations:
Auburn, Opelika, & Hurtsboro Campuses Job Closing Date:
See specific position CO.1•Center Operation Manager Education Requirement:
CDA or Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Family and Child Development, Human Development/Family Studies, or a closely related field, preferred. Experience Requirement:
Minimum 5 years of experience in child development or early childhood education, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role. Closing Date:
No Vacancy CO.2•Education & Center Operation Assistant Manager Education Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Family and Child Development, Human Development/Family Studies, or a closely related field. Experience Requirement:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in child development or early childhood education, with at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role. Closing Date:
No Vacancy CO.3•Center Operation Supervisor Education Requirement :
Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution in Family and Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field. Experience Requirement:
5 years of child development experience and some supervisory experience. Closing Date:
No Vacancy CO.4•Mentor Coach Education Experience:
Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution in Early Childhood Education, or Bachelor's Degree in a related field with six courses or more in Early Childhood Education, and relevant teaching experience. Closing Date:
No Vacancy TRA.1•Bus Driver Education Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent preferred. Other Requirements:
Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement and School Bus License and a clear motor vehicle report (MVR). Closing Date:
No Vacancy TRA.2•Bus Aide Education Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent. Other Requirements:
Must meet DHR age requirements (19 or older). Closing Date:
No Vacancy Family & Home Engagement The department supports families in strengthening their involvement in their child's Early Head Start (EHS) and Head Start (HS) experience. Its work focuses on promoting family well‑being, improving home learning environments, and helping parents become confident advocates for their children to support educational success and child safety. Staff work with families to identify needs, set goals, access community resources and referrals, and promote engagement in child's development. The team ensures compliance with ACHR policies and procedures, Head Start Program Performance Standards, DHR regulations and laws, and ERSEA requirements. Staff are expected to demonstrate appropriate work habits, collaborate effectively as a team, support home-based and center‑based classrooms or other program areas as needed, maintain accurate records, and participate in trainings, staffing meetings, community engagement activities, and family‑engagement best practices. The department is led by the Family & Home Engagement Manager , who oversees the Supervisor, Family Service, and Home-Based Advocates to ensure families receive comprehensive, high‑quality support across all program options. The Manager and Supervisor provides training, mentorship, oversight, and direct support to staff, and ensures effective management of enrollment, case and crisis management, and documentation compliance. Schedule:
Monday-Fridays 7:30-4:30 Locations:
Auburn, Opelika, & Hurtsboro Campuses Job Closing Date:
See specific position FHE.1•Family & Home Engagement Manager Education Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Family Studies, Social Work, or a related field. Experience Preferred:
Supervisory and leadership and ten (10) years minimum Job Closing Date:
No Vacancy FHE.2•Family & Home Engagement Supervisor Education Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Family Studies, Social Work, or a related field. Experience Preferred:
Supervisory and leadership and five (5) years minimum Job Closing Date:
No Vacancy FHE.3•Family Service Advocate Education Requirement:
Associate's Degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Human Development/Family Studies, or related field with relevant work experience Experience Preferred:
Bilingual in English and Spanish and two (2) years minimum Job Closing Date:
Wednesday, June 10th FHE.4•Early Head Start Home-Based Advocate Education Requirement:
Home-Based CDA credential in Infant/Toddler or higher degree Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Studies, Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred Experience Preferred:
two (2) years minimum Job Closing Date:
No Vacancy Nutrition, Health, and Disabilities The Nutrition, Health, and Disabilities (NHD) department in a Head Start program ensures that children's physical health, nutritional needs, and developmental requirements are fully supported to promote school readiness and overall well-being. This department works to identify and address health concerns early, provide nutritious meals, and ensure children with disabilities receive appropriate services and support. The department is led by the Nutrition, Health, & Disabilities Manager , who oversees all aspects of health services, nutrition programming, and disability services. This role ensures compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, coordinates integrated services, and provides leadership to staff across these focus areas. Supporting the Manager is the Supervisor , who helps manage daily operations within the department, monitors service delivery, supports staff performance, and ensures that health screenings, nutrition services, and disability plans are implemented effectively and on time. The Mental Health & Disabilities Advocate works directly with children, families, and staff to support children with developmental delays, disabilities, or behavioral/mental health concerns. This role helps coordinate evaluations, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) or Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), connects families to specialized services, and provides guidance to staff on supporting children's social-emotional and developmental needs. Schedule:
Monday-Fridays 7:30-4:30 Locations:
Auburn, Opelika, & Hurtsboro Campuses Job Closing Date:
See specific position NHM.1•Nutrition, Health, & Disabilities Manager Education Requirement:
Bachelor's degree in Health Services, Nutrition, Public Health, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field. Master's Degree, preferred. Experience Requirement:
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in social services, health, mental health, or disabilities, including case management. Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of supervisory or management experience, preferred. Closing Date:
Wednesday, June 10th NHM.2•Nutrition, Health, & Disabilities Supervisor Education Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree in Health Services, Nutrition, Public Health, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field. Experience Requirement:
Minimum of 3 years' experience working with young children (0-5) in mental health, special education, or disability services. Minimum of 2 years' experience supervising or coaching staff. Strong knowledge IDEA, Head Start Program Performance Standards, and early childhood best practices. Closing Date:
No Vacancy NHM.3•Mental Health & Disabilities Advocate Education Requirement:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Psychology, Social Work with child emphasis, or a related degree. Experience Requirement:
Prior experience with young children in an organization involved in the delivery of similar services is preferred. Closing Date:
Wednesday, June 10th Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location:
In person
