Human Resources

Head Start programs are only as good as their people. Explore resources on this topic to ensure that staff members and volunteers have the credentials and competencies needed to provide quality Head Start services. Learn ways to safeguard program staff’s health, wellness, and engagement, and to emphasize training and professional development. Find a range of instructional resources, including federal and regional training, technical assistance (TTA) staff, and online materials.

Employing Values-based Recruitment in Hiring Practices

Explore how a values-based recruitment strategy can place organizational fit at the forefront of your hiring process.

HR Matters

These animated videos describe HR best practices and related resources to support programs address personnel needs.

Analyzing Turnover and Retention

Use this sorting activity to analyze your programs turnover and retention metrics.

Using a Sorting Activity to Prioritize Recruiting Metrics

Using a sorting activity to prioritize 17 recruiting metrics programs may want to consider as they analyze their talent acquisition and hiring practices.

Gallup’s 5 Drivers of Organizational Culture

Learn about the five most significant drivers of organizational culture and how they shape employees’ perceptions, behaviors, and understandings.

Supporting the Workforce: Stories from Head Start Programs

Watch these testimonials from programs across the country to discover strategies to better meet the needs of the Head Start workforce.

Employee Retention Strategies You Can Apply Today

Use this form to identify action steps your program can implement immediately to promote staff retention.

Background Checks FAQs

Find answers to FAQs around background checks for staff, contractors, and volunteers in a Head Start program.

Competitive Bonuses for the Head Start Workforce

Watch this webinar for new guidance on how to use bonuses to support the retention and recruitment of the Head Start workforce.

Head Start Staff Qualifications

Head Start programs must ensure all staff, consultants, and contractors have sufficient knowledge, training, experience, and competencies to fulfill the roles and duties of their position. FInd the resources to understand these requirements.