Below, organized by activity, are the materials from the Guide for Head Start and Early Head Start Leaders.

Setting the Context

• Head Start Act and Head Start Program Performance Standards

Trying a Fresh Approach

• Adult Learning Principles
• Key Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) Strategies
• Aligning Adult Learning Principles with T/TA Strategies

Choosing the Right Person

• Consultant Recruitment Strategies
• Characteristics of Highly Qualified Consultants
• Interviewing Consultants: Questions and Tips

Creating Strong Contracts

• Determining Payment for Consultants [PDF, 201KB]
• Key Elements of a Consultant Contract
• Sample Contract
• Understanding Tax, Labor, and Procurement Laws and Regulations

Additional Support

• Wisdom from the Field

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Last Updated: June 14, 2024