Early Head Start Teacher

Expires on June 1, 2026.

• Nurture and support the development and learning of children aged 6 weeks to 3 years old through the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Use age-appropriate and positive guidance strategies to teach, encourage, and redirect inappropriate classroom behavior.
• Build positive relationships with staff and families through positive and professional communication.
• Create a welcoming classroom environment.
• Plan and implement a daily education program for infant and toddler children that integrates all components of Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards.
• Work collaboratively with the classroom co‑teacher and all other program staff.
• Complete all required paperwork including lesson plans, observation notes, health logs, child assessments, etc.
• Create and maintain a safe and healthy environment ensuring adequate supervision and compliance with licensing.

• An AAS or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or Infant/Toddler CDA (Child Development Associate).
• Knowledge of Infant/Toddler child development and family interaction.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without the need for Visa Sponsorship.

• Competitive hourly rate: $20/hr with CDA and $22/hr with associate’s degree.
• Monday‑Friday 7:30 am–3:00 pm (full‑year position).
• Casual dress code.
• Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance (flexible spending/dependent care accounts).
• Cash payment of three thousand dollars for waiving health insurance (full‑time).
• Telemedicine offered to staff.
• Employee assistance program.
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan.
• 12 paid holidays.
• One week off between Christmas and New Years, February, and April school break.
• PTO/sick time accrual.
• When eligible, employer‑sponsored pension plan starting at 5% of salary contribution.
• Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
• Access to the Quality Stars program and scholarship opportunities for staff to advance their education and qualifications.