Use of Federal Early Childhood Program Funds to Improve Access to Housing-Related Supports for the Early Childhood Workforce in Tribal Communities
Log Number: ACF-OHS-IM-24-05 | Issuance Date: 11-01-2024
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.
1302.90 Personnel policies.
Review the standards for establishing written personnel policies and procedures that address background checks, standards of conduct, and wages and benefits to support the Head Start workforce.
1302.91 Staff qualifications and competency requirements.
Review qualification and skill requirements for Head Start directors, fiscal officers, service area managers, family child care providers, home visitors, center-based teachers and assistant teachers, and coaches.