Early Head Start Teacher

About the role

Join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for children and families. The Early Head Start Teacher (Infant/Toddler Teacher) is responsible for working collaboratively with a partner Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom with 6-8 children aged birth to 3 years. You will work with a team of classroom teachers and family members to implement the Creative Curriculum for Infant/Toddlers, achieving outcomes for children of all abilities.

Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young children’s inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve.

Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities.

Responsibilities

• Develop individual learning plans for each child, including goal setting based on identified needs and activities to meet established child outcomes.
• Plan and implement lesson plans that advance cognitive and physical development, promote school readiness goals (social-emotional, language, emergent literacy, math, and problem-solving), and follow the program’s written curriculum.
• Provide ample opportunities for natural play and hands-on experiences, reflecting the learning styles of individual children.
• Support the social and emotional development of children.
• Implement developmentally and linguistically appropriate experiences for children of all ages, languages, and cultures.
• Collaborate with a partner Teacher to prepare daily lesson plans and post them for parents, volunteers, and visitors.
• Implement daily lesson plans in response to children’s needs and interests, incorporating observations and anecdotal record-keeping.
• Provide support for learning and language development through active facilitation, expansion of cognition and communication, and modeling high-quality language.
• Implement child-centered daily routines and learning environments that encourage age-appropriate social interactions, active exploration, and self-motivation.
• Provide emotional support by establishing a positive climate, being responsive to children, and encouraging child expression and autonomy.
• Use strategies for behavior guidance, such as clear expectations, proactive approaches, and positive redirection.
• Support children as they acquire readiness skills for kindergarten and beyond.

Requirements

• Infant/Toddler CDA or AA/BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or willingness to obtain an Infant/Toddler CDA within one year of employment.
• Physical exam and background checks required.
• Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Pay

$38,924 annually.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $800 annually.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting.
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
• Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support.
• Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes.
• Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks.
• Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during the first year of employment.

Why join us

• Ability to make an impact in the lives of children, families, and communities.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive working environment.
• Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program.