Preschool Teacher for Head Start
About the role
Join our team as a nurturing Preschool Teacher at Central Missouri Community Action’s Head Start center. You will positively influence the lives of children aged 3 to 5 years, fostering their growth and development through evidence-based early childhood education.
Responsibilities
- Create an inclusive and engaging learning environment for children of all abilities.
- Lead developmentally appropriate activities to foster growth in all childhood areas.
- Ensure a conducive learning environment by maintaining a trusting relationship with children and their families.
- Ensure a secure, health-conscious, and well-organized setting to accommodate the needs and requirements of children.
Requirements
- An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education; or
- An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field, including either:
- Completed Early Childhood Education coursework, or
- A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
- Experience teaching preschool-age children required (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.
- Ability to tailor approaches to meet the individual needs of 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
Pay
$16.31 to $19.57 per hour
Schedule
10-hour day shift, Tuesday through Friday
About Central Missouri Community Action
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 and offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and growth opportunities to help employees build rewarding and successful careers.