Head Start Preschool Teacher - Integrated Arts Academy; IAA

Overview

Head Start is a federally‑funded, national child and family development program which provides comprehensive services for pregnant women, children from birth to age five, and their families. Services for children promote school readiness, and include early education, health, nutrition, mental health, and services for children with special needs. Services for parents promote family engagement, and include parent leadership and social service supports.

As a Head Start Preschool Teacher in collaboration with the Burlington School District, you will serve as the lead teacher in an outcomes‑oriented, team environment and provide safe, healthy, friendly and developmentally appropriate environments and experiences for children ages 3–5. You will help motivate children’s learning outcomes, living standards, and later academic and professional success.

40 hours/week, approximately 42 weeks per year (summer layoff). Rate of pay during the first 60‑day probationary period is $23.73‑$28.08 per hour, depending on credentials; post‑probationary rate is $24.07‑$28.76 per hour. Health plan and excellent benefits are included.

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Vermont educator’s license with early childhood education endorsement preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in developmentally appropriate early childhood practice, child outcome assessment, child behavior management, and curriculum planning, development and implementation.
• Commitment to social justice and to working with families with limited financial resources.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; bilingual abilities a plus.
• Documentation and record‑keeping skills.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and access to reliable transportation.
• Physical ability to carry out required tasks.

When you come to work for CVOEO you're getting so much more than a paycheck!

We offer a great working environment and an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous time off, a retirement plan and discounted gym membership.