HEAD START CENTER DESIGN GUIDE

3.3 Administrators

Administrators, also referred to as directors, coordinators, or site supervisors, are responsible for managing the center, supervising the teaching staff, and communicating with parents and boards of directors and Regional Offices. In small centers, the administrator may also assume a teaching role for part of the day. In large centers, the administrator will usually have a secretary or assistant to help with the administrative workload.

GSA advises that the needs of the center administrator can be met by providing:

• An optimal amount of visibility, particularly for observation of those approaching and entering the facility.
• Locked space for personal belongings.
• An adequately sized office with room for a desk, an office chair, at least two visitor chairs, filing cabinets, and space for necessary equipment including a computer, printer, copier, and fax machine.

Program staff, including the administrator, should be consulted during design for their input about work flow, filing, and equipment needs.