School Services - School Special Education Teacher - $31-31 per hour
Specialty: Special Education Teacher | Discipline: School Services | Duration: 41 weeks | Employment Type: Local Contract
About the Role
Cross Country Education is seeking a caring and dedicated Long-Term Substitute Head Start Teacher in Chester, PA to lead a preschool classroom and provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment throughout the 2026–2027 school year. This position involves planning and delivering developmentally appropriate instruction and activities for preschool-aged children, maintaining accurate student records, and partnering with families through ongoing communication.
- Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction and activities for preschool-aged children in a Head Start classroom.
- Lead daily classroom instruction, routines, and learning experiences while maintaining a safe, supportive, and engaging environment.
- Maintain accurate student records, documentation, and progress data.
- Partner with families through meetings, conferences, and ongoing communication regarding student development.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field.
- Valid Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Certification for Pre-K–Grade 4 or equivalent early childhood certification.
- Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification.
- Experience working with preschool-aged children; Head Start or early childhood classroom experience preferred.
- Ability to complete required background checks and training.
Pay
Earn $30.70 - $31.30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
- 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
- Predictable 35-hour school-week schedule, holidays and weekends off, plus paid sick leave.
About Cross Country Education
Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven, and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. We provide a wide range of services to educational partners, including special education and substitute services, to meet their individual needs. We guide and nurture our professionals throughout their careers by offering coaching, resources, and development opportunities.