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Who We Are:

We help our neighbors meet immediate needs and face long-term challenges. We steward our resources with transparency and efficiency. Together, we create a community where everyone is able to live with dignity and hope.

Impelled by the love and teaching of Jesus Christ, while respecting the dignity and potential of all people, we collaborate to offer life-giving programs, advocate for the voiceless, and empower the vulnerable to foster a just society.

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) has been an open door, a warm welcome, dry ground, a defending voice, and a hand up for generations of Louisiana residents. Our shared stories and strong roots help a diverse community stand tall together. Meeting the needs of the whole person is our continued commitment.

The Head Start Teacher works under the supervision of the Center Director and is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that supports the individual needs of enrolled children.

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with Head Start standards and school readiness goals.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Support individualized learning, including accommodations for children with IEPs and special needs.
• Monitor and document child progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD and Child Plus
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• Complete required screenings, assessments, observations, and documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, State Licensing, CACFP, and agency policies
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• Build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
• Promote cultural awareness and family engagement.
• Maintain classroom health, safety, sanitation, and supervision standards.
• Mentor Teacher Assistants, substitutes, and volunteers.
• Submit accurate and timely employee time, attendance, and mileage reports.
• Utilize Microsoft Word, Outlook, internet applications, and standard office equipment
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• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Serve as a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work at other positions or centers as needed.
• Maintain regular attendance and participate in required training and professional development.

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• FSA & HSA
• Indemnity Plans
• 401(k) Matching
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid STD & LTD
• Wellness Program Incentives Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Teladoc
• And so much more!

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field;
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• Associate's degree with at least five (5) years of experience in Early Childhood Education.
• CPR Certification
• Proficiency with computers, internet applications, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and standard office equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Monday–Friday
• Day Shift
• Full-Time

$38,126–$40,809 annually (Depending on Experience)

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CCANO is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

CCANO expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on any of the characteristics listed above. Improper interference with the ability of CCANO employees to perform their expected job duties is not tolerated. CCANO complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which CCANO has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.