Head Teacher-Preschool

Are you a passionate early childhood educator looking to guide young minds in a supportive, hands-on environment? The University of Maine at Farmington's Sweatt-Winter Childcare & Early Education Center is seeking a creative and responsive Preschool Head Teacher to lead a classroom community!

What You'll Do

• Guide & Inspire: Plan and lead dynamic, interactive, and age-appropriate daily activities that spark curiosity and support individual learning styles.
• Cultivate Safety & Joy: Maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment using positive guidance, responsive caregiving, and anti-bias principles.
• Build Community: Connect closely with families through regular updates and parent conferences, while treating every child and family with dignity and respect.
• Track Development: Conduct screenings, maintain portfolio assessments, and document developmental milestones.
• Mentor Future Educators: Support and evaluate practicum students as they gain hands‑on teaching experience in your classroom.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field required (Master’s preferred).
• Certifications: Current First Aid and CPR certifications required.
• Skills: Strong communication, adaptability, and classroom management skills, along with a collaborative spirit and basic tech proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or a related field

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the annual salary for this position is $46,500 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents.

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) professional references

We are not able to consider applicants who require any visa sponsorship support

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 pm EST on Thursday, September 3, 2026

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post-offer physical as applicable.

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