Head Start Preschool Teacher-School Year

About This Role

Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties Head Start has immediate opportunities for strong, committed early childhood professionals to join our dynamic team. Challenge yourself to make a difference in the lives of children and families!

Head Start provides:

• Classroom support including available on-site coaching
• Technology to implement curriculum and assessment
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for Advancement in the field of early childhood education

This position is 40 hours per week/52 weeks per year. School Year positions are also available.

What You'll Do

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Develop trusting relationships with the children and families by creating a positive, nurturing environment.
• Welcome and support families as the primary educator of their child, encouraging the involvement of families and supporting the development of relationships between children and families; provide opportunities for families to participate in the curriculum outside of the classroom.
• Plan and implement daily learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children
• Assure completion of teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to:
  • Complete developmental and social emotional screenings on each child within 45 days of starting date and continue with on-going observation and assessment procedures throughout enrollment in the program.
  • Plan and provide daily classroom activities (both teacher-initiated and child-initiated) geared to meet individual needs and interests of the children.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Associates Degree in Early Childhood or Bachelor's Degree in related field with 18 credits in ECE, including at least one 3 credit course in Child Growth and Development

Nice To Haves

• Enthusiasm & Energy!
• Sense of Humor
• Commitment to ongoing learning
• Basic use of technology

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance plans
• Retirement program with a 10% employer contribution after 1 year
• Paid vacation, sick leave, & holidays
• Agency Employee Assistance Program
• Staff wellness program
• Sign on bonus
• Limited opportunities for discounted childcare