Head Start Teacher

About the role

The Head Start Teacher (Lead Teacher) supports early childhood education programs to create positive outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Implements a child-centered curriculum and learning environment encouraging positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-motivation.
• Addresses challenging behaviors through observation, prevention, teaching new skills, and partnership with families.
• Documents children's progress and individualizes curriculum based on observations and anecdotal notes.
• Establishes positive interaction patterns with families and integrates IEPs for children with disabilities.
• Provides a consistent classroom routine and ensures the safety and security of children.
• Implements daily lesson plans responsive to children's needs and interests, integrating observations and developmental knowledge.
• Supervises children at all times in accordance with Head Start and daycare licensing requirements.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field.
• Physical exam and background checks required.
• Travel up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
• Valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children of all abilities.
• Ability to implement a child-centered curriculum.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and key experiences.
• Skills in addressing challenging behaviors and integrating IEPs.
• Experience in creating a print-rich environment for literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
• Ability to provide a consistent classroom routine and ensure safety and security.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to observe and document children's progress.
• Proficiency in implementing a child-centered curriculum.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and key experiences.
• Experience in addressing challenging behaviors and integrating IEPs.
• Ability to create a print-rich environment for literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
• Experience in providing a consistent classroom routine and ensuring safety and security.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting.
• 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.

Pay

$47,095 annually.

Schedule

Varies based on work-related meetings and functions.