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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for head start monitor in the United States is $159,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $150,000.00 and $170,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Head Start Monitor?

A Head Start Monitor is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of children during transportation to and from a Head Start program. They assist with boarding and exiting the bus, enforce safety rules, and help maintain order among children. Monitors also communicate with drivers and staff to address any concerns and ensure a positive environment. Their role is crucial in supporting the overall mission of Head Start by providing a safe and nurturing transportation experience.

What does a Head Start Monitor do?

A typical day for a Head Start Monitor involves observing classroom activities to ensure compliance with safety, health, and program regulations, as well as completing documentation and reports. You will regularly interact with teachers, assistants, and sometimes parents to discuss findings and recommend improvements. The role often requires scheduled visits to multiple classrooms or centers, balancing both administrative tasks and hands-on monitoring. This ensures that Head Start programs maintain high standards and continuously support children's learning and well-being.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a Head Start Monitor?

To thrive as a Head Start Monitor, you need a solid understanding of early childhood safety protocols, attention to detail, and familiarity with childcare regulations, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with compliance checklists, state and federal reporting tools, and basic computer systems is often required. Strong observational skills, effective communication, and a collaborative attitude help you engage with staff, children, and families. These competencies are vital to ensuring a safe, compliant, and nurturing environment that meets program standards and supports positive outcomes for young children.

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Infographic showing various Head Start Monitor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $159,999 per year, or $76.9 per hour.

Early Head Start/Head Start Monitoring Specialist

San Antonio, TX

Family Service Association
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$15.20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Voted one of the Top 25 Places to Work in 2015 by San Antonio Express News!

Family service has been empowering individuals and families to transform their lives and strengthen their community since 1903. We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and meeting the needs of a fast-paced ever changing world. We strive for excellence at all times. We are responsible and responsive to goals set agency wide and always treat ourselves and others with respect.

Job Description

Full-Time/ Non-Exempt/ 10 months per year

Monday - Friday, some Saturdays. 40 hours

$15.20 per hour

The Early Head Start Child Care Partnership/Head Start Monitoring Specialist works with agency staff in the development, implementation and coordination of the agency's Early Head Start Child Care Partnership/Head Start Service and Early Childhood Education systems, supports the monitoring, analysis and reporting of outcomes, assists in the blending of administration and program to promote maximum efficiency of service delivery within Early Head Start Child Care Partnership/Head Start programming, and ensures all Early Head Start Child Care Partnership/Head Start services are in regulatory, licensure compliance.

Qualifications

Required 

Associate's in early childhood education or in related field with 18 hours in early childhood education with some experience in Head Start and Early head Start.

  Familiarity and competency with ChildPlus, modern office equipment, software and computer systems; familiar with and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Operating Systems (word, excel, powerpoint, etc.), word processing, spreadsheets and databases; and understanding of database systems and their utilization. 

Preferred

  Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or in related field with 18 hours in early childhood education with some experience in Early Head Start Child Care Partnership/Head Start.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. For more detailed information on the agency and the posting please visit http://www.family-service.org/employment.htm

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