Early Head Start Teacher

About the role

The Early Head Start Teacher is a full-time, on-site role located in Traverse City, MI.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality early childhood education and care to infants and toddlers in accordance with Early Head Start standards.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities that support cognitive, social-emotional, and physical growth.
• Observe and document children's progress.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment.
• Follow all health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Communicate regularly with families, sharing progress, offering resources, and supporting family engagement in their child’s learning.
• Collaborate with other staff and specialists.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
• Contribute to program improvement and compliance.

Qualifications

• Strong teaching and education skills, with experience working with infants and toddlers in an early childhood or Early Head Start setting.
• Ability to develop and implement lesson planning and training activities that are developmentally appropriate and aligned with program standards.
• Effective communication skills for engaging with children, families, and colleagues in a respectful, culturally responsive manner.
• Relevant early childhood education coursework or degree (CDA, associate’s or bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred).
• Knowledge of child development, trauma-informed practices, and inclusive classroom strategies.
• Able to follow program policies, licensing regulations, and health and safety requirements.
• Basic computer skills for documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development and maintain required certifications.