Head Start Teacher

Lead Teacher (Head Start)

Do you like to work with 3 to 5 year old kids? Do you want to make a difference in their lives and see them learn and meet their goals? We have an opportunity for you!

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Experience working with preschool aged children (3‑5 years old).
• Strong commitment to the mission of “To Engage Communities and Coordinate Resources to Improve the Lives of People Experiencing Poverty”.

Responsibilities:

• Implement the Creative Curriculum and plan developmentally appropriate individual activities in a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Supervise the classroom Teacher Assistant and other assigned staff.
• Promote a positive work environment.
• Plan purchase of classroom materials within the yearly budget.
• Maintain equipment and supplies used in classroom and playground during group sessions.
• Participate in scheduled center staff meetings.
• Develop and implement study themes lesson plans based on individual children’s developmental level, interests, and learning goals.
• Document required information on weekly progress reports.
• Conduct appropriate number of family visits.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Show reliable attendance.
• Organize and manage time effectively.
• Provide information to parent committees on a regular basis.
• Maintain appropriate programmatic documentation in each child‑family file.
• Support family efforts to access community resources.
• Provide transition information.
• Physically able and willing to participate in all children’s activities.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Provide a developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Screen, assess, and observe as needed.
• Observe and document child’s progress, maintain appropriate records.
• Provide program information to community organizations.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships.
• Recruit, train, and utilize volunteers, documenting their contributions.
• Access community resources to extend learning opportunities with field trips and visitors.
• Demonstrate interest in formal education to meet Federal degree mandates.
• Identify own professional growth needs, develop a plan such as CLASS.
• Stay current in knowledge of child development by participating in education training opportunities.

Benefits:

• Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans with low premiums to fit your family’s preferences.
• Generous 403(b) retirement plan with 50% match of employee contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Other benefits and community support.

MVCAA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

Salary: $25,248 – $29,472 (based on a Bachelor's Degree).

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