Infant/Toddler Teacher for Early Head Start

Taking applications from current employees only at this time.

About the role

Join our team as an Infant/Toddler Teacher at Head Start, where we are committed to providing quality education and care for children and their families. As a nurturing Teacher, you will positively influence the lives of children aged infant to 3 years old, fostering their growth and development through evidence-based early childhood education at our Head Start center in Fayette.

Pay

$15.27 to $16.31 per hour

Responsibilities

• Ensure positive guidance when interacting with children.
• Ensure a secure, health-conscious, and well-organized setting to accommodate the needs and requirements of infants and toddlers.
• Maintain the health and safety of children under the care of CMCA.
• Create and maintain a nurturing environment where both children and parents feel comfortable and welcome.

Requirements

• CDA or some college required; related college degree preferred.
• Daycare, preschool, or childcare work experience is helpful.
• Prefer experience working with low-income families and children.
• Experience with integrating Early Childhood Development theory into daily classroom activities preferred.
• Tailor approaches to meet the individual needs of the children.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including 10 paid holidays.
• Excellent medical, dental, life, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Plan.
• 4-day work week (Tuesday - Friday).
• Two week paid winter break.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Professional development opportunities.
• CMCA swag and spirit!

Schedule

10-hour shift, Tuesday through Friday.

About Central Missouri Community Action (CMCA)

CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. We offer competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help employees build rewarding and successful careers.