Early Head Start Teacher

Ozark Action, Inc. has immediate openings for an Early Head Start Teacher at the Ava Head Start in Ava, Missouri. Applicants may apply online by using the link below or pick up an application at any OAI location.

Early Head Start Teacher Credentialed (Rg 13) $16.21; EHS Teacher I (Rg 12) $17.30 per hour; EHS Teacher II (Rg 11) $18.37 per hour; EHS Teacher III (Rg 10) $19.46 per hour.

* Non-credentialed staff would start at Range 14– $15.13 per hour*

To promote the social, emotional, and educational development of children and to provide support and guidance to parents and families to integrate classroom activities with home activities and to assist families in meeting the ongoing needs of the children. To provide direction to classroom support staff.

Credentialed EHS Teacher—High School Diploma or HiSET and Infant-Toddler CDA, or comparable credentials.

Credentialed Teacher—High School Diploma or HiSET and Preschool CDA, or comparable credentials.

Teacher I—EHS and HS—Associates Degree in Early Childhood or Equivalent Coursework approved by Director that meets Head Start Performance Standards. Infant-Toddler specific coursework required for EHS placement.

Teacher II—EHS and HS—Baccalaureate Degree in Early childhood or related field with minimum of 12 Early childhood credits. Infant-Toddler specific coursework required for EHS placement.

Teacher III—EHS and HS—Master’s Degree in early Childhood or related field with a minimum of 12 Early Childhood credits. Infant-Toddler specific coursework required for EHS placement.

• Meet established child development outcomes; ability to stand, sit, crawl, climb, kneel, walk, carry, balance, stoop, see, hear, talk, and lift.
• Ensure compliance with program regulations and standards;
  Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Contribute to team effort.
• Promote the Head Start program.
• Develop professional and technical knowledge.

Taking applications now through Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Applications on file and any received prior to closing must be able to provide verification of education and work history, background screening, fingerprint screening, drug screening, daycare physical, and TB test/Assessment. If interested in applying, please apply online wp.org or forward a completed employment application by the closing date listed to be considered for the position.

The position is open until it is filled or by April 20, 2026.

Forward completed applications to:

Ozark Action, Inc.

Attn:
Personnel

710

E. Main St.

West Plains, MO 65775

Phone;  Fax

Email to:
Human Resources

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD—Missouri Relay Number is or dial 711 for assistance.

OAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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