head start teacher

Maricopa County

<div><div>Posting Date</div>
12/31/25<div></div><div>
Application Deadline</div>
Open Until Filled<div></div><div>
Pay Range</div>
$45,500 - $64,000 annually<br>
<br>
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.<div></div><div>
Job Type</div>
Unclassified<div></div><div>
Department</div>
Human Services<div></div><div>
About the Position</div><div>
Do you want to make a difference in a young child&rsquo;s life? As an Early Head Start Teacher, you will provide active learning by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate individualized experiences and creating a safe and nurturing environment in which 0 to 3-year-old children can enhance their development and skills. You will also plan and participate in parent education, parent involvement, and family support activities. As an Early Head Start Teacher, you will help build stronger families and brighter tomorrows for our youngest residents of Maricopa County.</div><div></div><div>
Our classrooms are welcoming and designed for interactive learning by children and their families. We offer a low teacher-to-student ratio of 1:4 with 8 students per classroom, to provide the greatest opportunity for a healthy and effective learning environment. Did we mention the County provides the supplies needed to support our teaching staff? We also offer being part of a compassionate team of early education professionals who believe in the mission of preparing these children for future school success.</div><div></div><div><i>
As a teacher, you will be excited to learn about other added benefits, including:</i></div><ul><li><div>
Paid continuing education, professional development, and tuition reimbursement</div></li><li><div>
Paid Child Development Association Certification (CDA) that you can earn on the job! With this certification you can grow in your Head Start career by advancing into teaching positions.</div></li><li><div>
Candidates without required credentials are encouraged to apply for the Teaching Assistant while they earn their CDA.</div></li><li><div>
Amazing health and wellness programs including Pet Insurance! Our health insurance plans are more than competitive, with the option to earn a wellness incentive payback of $60 per month.</div></li><li><div>
Free Office of Head Start <div>https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs</div> membership</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Be the spark that lights our children&rsquo;s future. Become an Early Head Start Teacher!</div><div></div><div>
About the Early Education Division</div><div>
The Early Education Division is federally funded to administer center-based Head Start and Early Head Start early care and education along with community resources and referrals to support economically disadvantaged children to be ready for school and families to achieve self-sufficiency. Currently, classrooms are operated through a mixed service delivery model of full-year, part-year, community and school based sites; operated directly by Maricopa County and through contracted Child Care Partnerships.</div><div></div><div>
About the Department of Human Services</div><div>
The Maricopa County Human Services Department (HSD) builds resiliency in the community and promotes the well-being of County residents experiencing adversity through a variety of programs and services to help people and families thrive. These opportunities include early childhood education, housing, homeownership, independent living services for seniors and adults with disabilities, career development for job seekers with barriers to employment, crisis rental and utility assistance, and support for people experiencing homelessness. HSD is committed to delivering innovative and comprehensive services in a collaborative approach that preserves dignity, promotes respect, and facilitates social and economic mobility.</div><div></div><div>
In 2025, the Human Services Department was the proud recipient of 23 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo), highlighting the Department&rsquo;s commitment to providing support for low-income and at-risk communities. Maricopa County Human Services was honored for a wide variety of programs showcasing their valuable work including Regional Solutions to Homelessness in Rural and Underserved Communities, Pathway to Rapid Reemployment, Tonopah Fire Station Improvements, Refugee Relocation Assistance Program, Early Education Division&rsquo;s EVIT Expanded Partnership, and several other initiatives.</div><div></div><div>
Join our team and unlock your potential!</div><div></div><div>
Proud to Offer</div><ul><li><div>
Work with a greater purpose</div></li><li><div>
Tuition reimbursement</div></li><li><div>
Exceptional work-life balance</div></li><li><div>
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County</div></li><li><div>
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents</div></li><li><div>
Child care benefits including access to our on-site center <div>Maricopa County Kids Club</div>, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively</div></li><li><div>
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave</div></li><li><div>
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts</div></li><li><div>
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1</div></li><li><div>
Learn more at <div>Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ</div></div></li></ul><div></div><div>
We Require</div><ul><li><div>
Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or an equivalent college degree with 18 credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Infant/Toddler Development, OR</div></li><li><div>
High school diploma or GED AND</div><ul><li><div>
Currently enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree to be completed within six months of hire, OR</div></li><li><div>
Currently enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program upon hire to be completed within six months of hire, OR</div></li><li><div>
Currently possess an Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential</div></li></ul></li></ul><ul><li><div>
One year of experience teaching in a licensed childcare or public pre-kindergarten setting</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Other Requirements</div><ul><li><div>
Must secure a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card through the Arizona Department of Public Safety</div></li><li><div>
Must complete a medical exam that includes screening for tuberculosis (TB)</div></li><li><div>
Must obtain a CPR, first aid, and food handler&rsquo;s certification within six weeks of hire</div></li><li><div>
Must have reliable transportation and have the ability to travel from different county locations as required</div></li><li><div>
Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish may be required for some positions</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Job Contributions</div><ul><li><div>
Assumes responsibility for the supervision, care, and welfare of the classroom children, ages 0 to 3 years, to ensure their safety and well-being at all times</div></li><li><div>
Supports and promotes each child&rsquo;s physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development</div></li><li><div>
Develops and maintains positive relationships with each family, site team members, community agencies, community partners, and grantee staff members</div></li><li><div>
Respects and supports the diverse cultural and family backgrounds and treats each child and parent as an individual; respects, values, and facilitates parent participation as equal partners in all aspects of Educational Plans</div></li><li><div>
Develops and implements a multicultural and age-appropriate child education curriculum and experiences that utilizes developmentally appropriate practices, which meet the needs and interests of students and complies with local and federal standards</div></li><li><div>
Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including the Office of Head Start Performance Standards; Arizona licensing requirements, Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines, and CACFP record keeping, and County program policies and procedures</div></li><li><div>
Prepares and maintains accurate records that evaluate ongoing observations of each child&rsquo;s growth and development; these records include child health records, child observation, individualization, lesson plans, attendance, meal counts, parent involvement, family support, and additional items as directed while maintaining the confidentiality of child, family, and program information</div></li><li><div>
Completes formal developmental assessments on children with finalization/analysis and works with parents to develop an Education Plan based on these assessment results</div></li><li><div>
Participates in the development and implementation of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) for children with disabilities and plans classroom experiences to support the IFSP plan</div></li><li><div>
Carries out authorized emergency and safety procedures and administers first aid and/or CPR in the classroom as needed</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Working Conditions</div><ul><li><div>
Position follows a full year schedule that is typically comprised of 2,088 hours annually</div></li><li><div>
Work is performed in a classroom, playground, and office environment as assigned and is subject to change based on the program need</div></li><li><div>
May require travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles or private vehicles used on County business</div></li><li><div>
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds</div></li><li><div>
Must be able to stand, sit on the floor, and be indoors and outdoors for extended periods</div></li><li><div>
Possible exposure to bodily fluids and infectious disease</div></li><li><div>
May be required to fill in as a substitute staff member at another program site</div></li><li><div>
Birth to Five site classrooms operate Monday through Friday</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Locations</div><div>
Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Guadalupe, Gilbert, Scottsdale</div><div></div><div>
Selection Procedure</div><ul><li><div>
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered</div></li><li><div>
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications</div></li><li><div>
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile</div></li><li><div>
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.</div><div></div><div>
Apply Now!</div></div>

Early Head Start Teacher

The Workforce Innovation Board

<p><b>*Please Apply On www.Rockfordil.gov. Please Do Not Apply on Indeed.com*</b></p><p>Reports to: Community Partner Coordinator		Class Code: 4301</p><p>FLSA: Non-exempt Pay grade: 3		AFHN</p><p>Wage Hourly: $19.62</p><p>NATURE OF WORK</p><p>Serving the public by participating in teaching children in the Head Start Program and includes assisting in providing a supporting and nurturing environment for the development of preschool children in a collaboration setting.</p><p>DISTINGUISHING FEATURES</p><p>Assists the Collaboration Teacher in providing a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate early childhood program of instruction. Provides a safe and nurturing environment. Promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of the children enrolled in the Head Start Program, including children with special needs.</p><p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (These essential duties are only illustrative.)</p><p>Rides assigned morning and/or afternoon bus to ensure safe transportation and supervision of all children on the bus. Utilizes checklist for children to ensure that all children are accounted for when entering or exiting the bus.</p><p>Assists and trains children in personal hygiene activities.</p><p>Assists in organizing and carrying out daily activities pertaining to children as directed by the Collaboration Teacher.</p><p>Encourages children&rsquo;s active learning and individualism through good modeling skills in a developmentally appropriate environment.</p><p>Assists in coordinating a class of preschool children and maintaining all required reporting forms as outlined in program policies and procedures.</p><p>Assists the Collaboration Teacher in lesson planning, administering developmental screening and completing referral, IEP as outlined in the procedure's manual.</p><p>Communicates changes concerning children to Collaboration Teacher.</p><p>Reports potential classroom, children or family problems and concerns to Collaboration Teacher, Family Support Staff or Community Partner Coordinator, as appropriate.</p><p>Prepares, organizes and submits required reports as outlined in the procedure's manual.</p><p>Participates in annual program review process.</p><p>Assists in recruitment of Head Start eligible children for enrollment into the program.</p><p>Carries out the best practice for safety procedures concerning children, staff, families, and community individuals.</p><p>Assists in cleaning facility, playground, and other areas applicable to the well-being and image of the program.</p><p>Develops partnership relationships with parents in Head Start Program and encourages each parent to take an active role in the child&rsquo;s Head Start experience.</p><p>Participates in activities and displays attitudes that promote positive public relations and positive image for the program and agency.</p><p>Maintains reasonable and predictable attendance.</p><p>SUPERVISION RECEIVED</p><p>Detailed instruction and close supervision are initially provided for employees with no training or experience however, once an employee experiences all tasks of the position, work is performed independently. A Community Partner Coordinator or an employee of a higher level classification is available to advise or assist as necessary or provide guidance on new or unusual tasks. Work is reviewed in progress and upon completion for quality, thoroughness, accuracy, and conformance to established policies and procedures.</p><p>SUPERVISION EXERCISED</p><p>Supervision is not a responsibility of positions of this class, although functional direction may be exercised over other employees and trainees in connection with various activities of the program. Employees may provide training in operational procedures, orient new employees, or assist in resolving unusual or difficult problems.</p><p>WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS</p><p>Work is performed primarily in an office and classroom setting, although home visits involve traveling throughout the county. Work activities may also involve attending meetings, conferences, and training, that involves out-of-town travel. Ability to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally is required.</p><p>SUCCESS FACTORS</p><p>Some knowledge of early childhood development and education.</p><p>Some knowledge of the educational requirements of the Head Start Program</p><p>Some knowledge of good hygiene practices in a center setting.</p><p>Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with children, parents and co-workers.</p><p>Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and others.</p><p>Ability to attend regular and ongoing professional development training in early childhood.</p><p>Skill in the operation of a personal computer.</p><p>EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE</p><p>Associate&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood Education or 60 credit hours, 18 of which should be in early child development. Completion of one year teaching experience in Early Childhood Education. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may be substituted for the required experience.</p><p>NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</p><p>Possession of a valid IL Driver&rsquo;s License.</p><p>Maintain a Para License through the Educator Licensure Information System.</p><p>All new hires shall be required to obtain First Aid and CPR training as required by position.</p><p>Must meet Illinois DCFS licensing standards.</p><p>Residency requirement:</p><p>Modified November 15, 2021: All employees (except Police Sworn and Fire Sworn) hired on or after June 1, 2018, shall reside anywhere in Winnebago County or within fifteen (15) miles of Rockford City Hall (425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104) within six (6) months after their introductory period. Department Heads shall live within the municipal boundaries of the city of Rockford.</p><p>Effective June 1, 2018, all newly hired employees, including newly hired Department Heads, shall live within the municipal boundaries of City of Rockford within six (6) months of their completion of their introductory period.</p><p>Classified employees hired after January 1, 1984, may live anywhere in Winnebago County or anywhere within an area fifteen (15) miles from the Public Safety Building within six (6) months of their date of completion of probation. Employees hired prior to January 1, 1984, shall be subject to their conditions of employment in effect at that time.</p><p><b>*Please Apply On www.Rockfordil.gov. Please Do Not Apply on Indeed.com*</b></p><p>Pay: $19.62 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

HEAD START TEACHER - Headstart

The Children's Home Society of New Jersey

<div><div><div><p>The Infant/Toddler Teacher - Caregiver will provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for infants and toddlers while they are in the CHS Childcare environment. They will develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into Head Start or other pre-school settings, support parents in their role as primary caretakers and educators of their children and encourage their involvement in all aspects of the program.</p><p>
Caregiver/Floaters will support and be assigned to all CHS Childcare and Early Head Start Centers, classrooms, and work locations as needed based on program needs.</p><p><b>
Main Work Location: </b>1435 Liberty Street, Trenton, NJ 08629</p><p><b>
CHSofNJ Benefits: </b>Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life/LTD, PTO, Non-Union 403(b)</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Meet the needs of all children; including those who are at risk, those with special needs, those who are gifted, and those who are culturally diverse.</li><li>
Integrate all CHS Childcare and Early Head Start components into the classroom.</li><li>
Develop and utilize daily plans, which reflect mandated elements, parental and cultural influences, and promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of EHS children.</li><li>
Individualize one-to-one and group activities to reflect the unique needs and strengths of all children in the classroom.</li><li>
Follow consistent routines which include feeding, diapering and toileting, napping, planned small and large group experiences, choice time, activities such as music and movement, large and small motor activities, and effective transitions between activities.</li><li>
Encourage experimentation, exploration, problem solving, cooperation, socialization, and choice-making.</li><li>
Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental involvement.</li><li>
Work with appropriate agencies in developing specialized planning for children/families as needed.</li><li>
Coordinate special needs staff in the classroom and develop a collaborative approach that benefits all children in the classroom and meets needs as specified on the individual plans.</li><li>
Supervise and monitor children at all times.</li><li>
Respond to crisis or emergency situations that may occur. Provide first aid or CPR, prevent the spread of blood borne pathogens, and access emergency services as needed.</li><li>
Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings to plan for and deliver collaborative services across all components.</li><li>
Meet regularly with parents, and other staff regarding each child's status and progress.</li><li>
Conduct regular home visits for purposes of assessment and support, and to share information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress.</li><li>
Plan and conduct regular parent meetings with team members.</li><li>
Communicate frequently with other parents and other staff; serve as liaison among medical and social services in the community; act as advocate for Head Start families.</li><li>
Do two parent/teacher conferences yearly.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Caregivers hired to support this position will be required to hold a CDA Infant/Toddler credential within one year of hire (program training provided). An Associate&rsquo;s Degree (AA) in Early Childhood Education and Infant/Toddler CDA (Child Development Associate Certificate) preferred. CDA Training and materials will be provided.</li><li>
Two years' experience in pre-school (infant/toddler) classroom. Experience should include the ability to adapt curriculum to meet the needs of all children including at-risk, special needs, and culturally diverse populations.</li></ul></div></div><br>
Monday to Friday, 8:30AM - 3:30PM<br>
35 Hours Per Week</div>

Early Head Start Teacher/Caregiver

YMCA

<div><div>As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we&rsquo;re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.</div><div></div><div><br>
At the Y, we&rsquo;re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone - especially children - experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.</div><div></div><div><br>
NATURE AND SCOPE:</div><div></div><div>
Under the supervision of the Center Manager/Director, the Head Start Lead Teacher is ultimately responsible for the implementation of the day-to-day operation of services for children ages 3-5.</div><div></div><div>
Acting Head Start Lead Teachers: Internal teacher assistants may apply for the Acting Head Start Lead and will remain in the lead position until a fully qualified lead is hired and the acting lead will then return to the assistant teacher position.</div><div></div><div>
Supply Head Start Lead Teacher: Internal or external candidates may apply for Supply Head Start Lead teacher and with satisfactory performance will remain in the lead position until the end of the current academic school calendar year. This position will be a project, part-time position working full academic day hours with an end date.</div><div></div><div>
RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):</div><ul><li>
Responsible for directly supervising and developing the classroom associates and managing the day-to-day operations in the classroom.</li><li>
Plan and implement learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children.</li><li>
Improve the readiness of children for school by developing their literacy, phonemic, and print awareness.</li><li>
Enhance understanding and use of language, understanding and use of increasingly complex and varied vocabulary, and an appreciation of books.</li><li>
Begin the foundation of early math and early science, problem-solving abilities, and approaches to learning.</li><li>
Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.</li><li>
Support the social and emotional development of children.</li><li>
Encourage the involvement of the families of the children in a Head Start program and support the development of relationships between children and their families.</li><li>
Consistently implements developmentally appropriate practices that are individualized, inclusive of children with disabilities, and age appropriate and integrated across all areas of a child&rsquo;s development.</li><li>
Meet all job-related federal, state, local and program regulations and timelines for compliance, implementation, and documentation.</li><li>
Meet performance standards, monitoring guidelines, licensure regulations, disabilities service requirements, and the completion of developmental assessments, parent conferences, and home visits.</li><li>
Actively participate in teaching activities by consistently moving around the learning environment both indoors and outdoors.</li><li>
Constant supervision of children during all activities (indoors &amp; outdoors) as well as during all times when children are under their direct care.</li><li>
Re-direct inappropriate behaviors in a positive manner that is supportive and non-punitive.</li><li>
Respond quickly to a child in distress or a crying child by immediately calming them in a nurturing and appropriate manner.</li><li>
Utilize developmentally appropriate feeding, toileting, cleaning, and health care practices for children with special health care needs.</li><li>
Model appropriate language behaviors for children including grammatically correct verbal and written language usage.</li><li>
Plan, prepare, and implement age-appropriate activities that are integrated across the curriculum; thematic; real, concrete, and relevant; stimulating and challenging; and based on the child&rsquo;s individual needs and interests.</li><li>
Prepare in advance lesson plans, materials and environment that are organized, interactive, appropriate, clean, safe, and hands on.</li><li>
Plan and implement a balance of open and structured child-initiated and teacher-directed activities.</li><li>
Implement large group, small group, and individualized instruction.</li><li>
Prepare, plan, and implement transition strategies for daily activities.</li><li>
Organizes classroom space into functional areas (i.e. interest centers) that are easily recognizable and clutter free.</li><li>
Conduct and record ongoing observations that are descriptive of the whole child and his/her developmental milestones rather than just exclusive reports of problem behaviors.</li><li>
Conduct all home visits in the home and in a timely manner as required by the program guidelines.</li><li>
Conduct all scheduled parent conferences and any additional conferences, in a time, manner, and location that is most convenient for parents. These conferences shall predominantly contain positive and developmental information rather than reports of behavior related incidents and child&rsquo;s areas of concern.</li><li>
Administer and record regularly scheduled developmental assessments as required by program guidelines.</li><li>
Consistently utilize information from developmental assessments in the planning, teaching and individualization of classroom activities.</li><li>
Based on assessments, observations, developmental milestones, and/or typical behavior immediately refer all suspected disabilities and abuse to the appropriate authority.</li><li>
Plan and provide activities that ensure parent and volunteer participation in the classroom as well as in the home.</li><li>
Record and total attendance accurately in the roll book daily.</li><li>
Submit the accurate attendance and other applicable reports.</li><li>
Submit a copy of the page from the roll book with tabulated attendance for the month prior to the third day of the following month.</li><li>
Count, record, and submit accurate meal count reports daily after each meal for the number of children eating to the food service staff.</li><li>
Attend and participate in team, site, and agency required meetings, trainings, professional development, and continuing education.</li><li>
Follow and enforce site-appropriate health, safety, classroom organization, classroom aesthetic and sanitation guidelines.</li><li>
Follow all mandatory reporting of suspected abuse, unsafe conditions, repair needs, complaints, accidents, and injuries.</li></ul><div></div><div>
REQUIREMENTS:</div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in early childhood education</li><li>
Excellent verbal/written communication skills</li><li>
PDS documentation, transcripts, and proff of credentials</li><li>
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to perform physical requirements, including, but not limited to, kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry objects or children up to 50 lbs</li></ul><div></div><div>
Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through Early Childhood Development Co., LLC, whose sole managing member is the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.</div><div></div><div>
Employment Requirement:</div><ul><li>
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.</li><li>
Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.</li></ul><div></div><div>
This job posting is subject to change at any time.</div><div></div><div>
The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we&rsquo;re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.</div><div></div><div>
The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.</div><div></div><div><br>
Location:</div>
YMCA Bert T. Thomas Early Learning Center at Pathways</div>

Head Start Lead Teacher (Supply)

Regional Care Group

<p>Geminus Corporation partners with community-based health care providers, social service organizations and early childhood education programs to help increase access to high-quality social health care for children and families across Northern Indiana. Geminus Corporation is a member of the Regional Care Group.</p><p><b>Position Purpose:</b></p><p>To plan, organize, coordinate and implement a comprehensive education program at the Site level that is developmentally appropriate and meets the individual needs of the children. This is a 10+ Month Full Time position.</p><p>Adhere to HEAD START performance standards, GEMINUS policies and procedures and STATE MANDATES regarding the reporting of child abuse and neglect.</p><p><b>Position Scope: </b></p><p>The Lead Teacher is responsible for the care and education of a group of children as a part of a teaching team. This Lead Teacher is responsible to plan and implement the curriculum in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards, Indiana Academic Foundations, Head Start Outcomes Framework, as well as, utilizing the Developmentally Appropriate Effective Practices as defined by the National Association of Young Children (NAEYC) and preparedness of school readiness. This position requires active participation with the children, families, other members of the teaching team, as well as, various Head Start staff, to assess and address the needs of individual children. This position will work closely with the Site Director both in Head Start and Early Head Start for child outcomes. The Lead Teacher is expected to present a positive and professional image of Geminus and the Head Start Division, and actively and effectively participate on committees and work teams as requested.</p><p><b>Essential Functions:</b></p><ul><li>Provide excellent customer service/communication skills.</li><li>Implementation of developmentally appropriate classroom activities.</li><li>Provide information for child records and progress reports.</li><li>Participate in trainings as required.</li></ul><p><b>Minimum Hiring Requirements:</b></p><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood/Development is required.</p><p>Three years of classroom experience with preschoolers in a licensed child care center-based program, or Head Start program, or public schools preferred. Spanish speaking preferred</p><p>Full-Time Days (Monday-Friday, 7:30a-3:30p)</p><p><b>What RCG has to offer you:</b></p><ul><li>Paid Time Off</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full-time only)</li><li>Life Insurance/Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment</li><li>Short Term/Long Term Disability</li><li>Flexible Spending Account</li><li>401(k) Plan</li><li>Employee Assistance Program</li><li>Wellness Differential for Discounted Gym Membership</li><li>Tuition Assistance</li><li>Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time only)</li><li>Working Advantage Employee Discount Program</li></ul><p>Pay Range: $27.06-$35.18 per hour</p><p><b>If what we offer speaks to you and you have a passion for helping people, then apply today! </b></p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $27.06 - $35.18 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Can you pass an extensive background check?</li><li>Can you pass a pre-employment drug screening?</li><li>Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation?</li><li>Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development or a related field?</li><li>Are you aware this position is off during the summer in which you will need to use PTO or take the time unpaid if you don't have enough PTO accumulated?</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Lead Teacher- Head Start

Lewis County Head Start

<p>Do you want to work in a dynamic organization dedicated to providing people an opportunity to enhance their quality of life? Reliable Enterprises ensures at-risk families, children, and adults stabilize and achieve success in their lives. Every child deserves a healthy and safe environment to learn and grow. We are seeking Teacher/Family Educators for our three pre-school classrooms at Lewis County Head Start.</p><p>Lewis County Head Start is a free preschool for children ages three and four and works with families and children to cultivate children&rsquo;s school readiness skills including social and emotional development. Our desire is for every child to be successful. We offer four, six, and seven hour class day models at three different locations throughout Lewis County.</p><p>Lewis County Head Start Teacher/Family Educators are responsible for providing classroom education. Positional duties and requirements include:</p><p>&middot; Daily individualized one-to-one and large/small group activities to address the unique needs and strengths of all children in the classroom.</p><p>&middot; Maintain a welcoming classroom environment that makes children/families feel comfortable.</p><p>&middot; Work with parents to determine parental needs and interest for future parent education sessions.</p><p>&middot; Conduct Home Visits and Parent-Teacher Conferences to develop Parent-Teacher child goals.</p><p>&middot; Support parents as the primary educator of their child, sharing information on educational strategies, classroom progress, child health/development/behavior, and Family Engagement, Mapping &amp; Goals.</p><p>&middot; Assist with meal prep and service for children.</p><p>All positions are full-time with competitive wages, full medical benefit packages including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; health savings accounts; IRA retirement plans; vacation/sick leave time; and schedules may vary.</p><p><b>Lewis County Head Start provided the following inclusive hiring information:</b></p><p>We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.</p><ul><li>Women-led organization</li><li>Disability accommodations</li><li>Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups</li><li>LGBTQ+ friendly workplace</li><li>Age-inclusive</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $27.63 - $30.45 per hour</p><p>Expected hours: 40 per week</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Associate (Required)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Early Childhood Education: 2 years (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Head Start Teachers/Family Educators - Toledo, WA

ACTION PATHWAYS

<div></div><div><div><b>NOTICE OF VACANT POSITION</b><br>
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<b>TEACHER - EARLY - HEAD START &ndash; FAYETTEVILLE, NC</b></div>
<div></div><div><b>Closing Date: Open until filled</b><br>
<b>Employment Type: Full-time/Non-exempt</b></div>
<div><b>Starting Pay Range: $45,000 - 55,000/ annually</b><br>
<b>Amount of Travel Required: 5%</b><br>
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<b>OVERVIEW OF GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES</b></div>
<div><p>To ensure our youngest children have a solid foundation for life. To encourage the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children and to attend to their safety and welfare. To promote family engagement in all aspects of the program. To meet requirements of Federal Head Start Performance Standards and any local, state and/or agency policies and procedures. To abide by the Action Pathways Head Start code of conduct and Ethics Statement is written within the employee handbook.</p><br>
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<p><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p>
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<div><div><div><div><ul><li><div>Classroom Management</div>
<ul><li><div>Actively supervises and monitors children (watching, counting and listening) ensuring their safety at all times in accordance with OHS Performance Standards and NCDCDEE regulations; responds appropriately to crisis or emergency situations reporting appropriate issues to a supervisor in a timely manner.</div>
</li><li><div>Establish a positive classroom climate.</div>
</li><li><div>Guide the behavior of children in positive, effective ways.</div>
</li><li><div>Follow a consistent schedule that includes small group experiences, choice time, music and movement, large and small motor activities, skill development, meals and effective transitions between activities.</div>
</li><li><div>Encourage experimentation, exploration, problem-solving, cooperation, socialization and choice-making; ask open-ended questions and follow-up questions to promote further learning and thinking.</div>
</li><li><div>Promote English language acquisition of children who are English- and Dual-Language learners.</div>
</li><li><div>Release children only to individuals with appropriate signed consent.</div>
</li></ul></li></ul></div></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Individualization, Curriculum and Assessment
<ul><li>Follow agency-adopted curricula, using effective strategies to guide learning.</li>
<li>Prepare the classroom environment and materials to support developmentally appropriate curriculum plans and learning experiences.</li>
<li>Assess individual and group needs, attending to specific interests, strengths and concerns.</li>
<li>Work with appropriate agencies to develop specialized planning for children and families as needed.</li>
<li>Coordinate with support staff when indicated, developing a collaborative approach that benefits all children in the classroom.</li>
<li>Adapt curriculum to address and meet individual goals for children as identified in their Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP).</li>
<li>Develop and utilize integrated curriculum plans which reflect mandated elements and components, familial and cultural influences, and promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children.</li>
<li>Establish weekly goals that promote individual and group educational plans and include other Head Start components.</li>
<li>Participate in integrated service meetings to plan for and deliver collaborative services across all components.</li>
<li>Work with parents to screen and assess children using ASQ-SE and ASQ3, TS Gold and other tools.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Family Engagement and Community Partnerships
<ul><li>Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces family and volunteer engagement.</li>
<li>Support the role of families as the first and primary teachers of their children.</li>
<li>Support families&rsquo; safety, health, financial stability, life goals and aspirations.</li>
<li>Maintain regular communication with families based on the family's individual needs.</li>
<li>Conduct the required parent/teacher conferences and home visits for the purpose of assessment and support, and to share information on classroom progress and educational strategies at school and at home. Provide additional home visits if needed.</li>
<li>Help plan and participate in family activity events.</li>
<li>Coordinate with the Family Advocate as needed to assist families to complete follow-ups (i.e. dental, medical, physical and mental health needs of families, etc.)</li>
<li>Coordinate with the Center Supervisor and Family Advocate to provide families with timely information and referrals appropriate to their needs.</li>
<li>Monitor and document attendance concerns.</li>
<li>Provide learning opportunities for dual-language in the home.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Documentation
<ul><li>Utilize agency-adopted tools for ongoing assessment and documentation.</li>
<li>Ensure all federal, local, state and/or agency documentation is completed accurately.</li>
<li>Document all family contacts and home visits.</li>
<li>Monitor and report child abuse.</li>
<li>Responsible for meal counts at point-of-service.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Professional Development
<ul><li>Attend and participate in training, coaching and appropriate professional development activities.</li>
<li>Attend and participate in meetings.</li>
<li>Engage in ongoing self-assessment about job performance.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Additional Job Responsibilities
<ul><li>Assist with breaks, foodservice and bus monitoring as needed for the model and other classroom needs as requested.</li>
<li>Work with other staff to ensure general maintenance and security of the facility.</li>
<li>Assist with inventory of equipment and supplies.</li>
<li>In the absence of a Center Supervisor, may be requested to assume the role of Acting</li>
<li>Center Supervisor on an interim basis.</li>
<li>Other duties as requested.</li>
</ul></li></ul></div><div></div><div><b>PLEASE NOTE</b></div>
<div>All child care providers and household members who have incurred any pending charges, indictments or convictions (other than minor traffic offenses) since the last qualification letter was issued by the DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit must notify the operator of such charges within five business days or before returning to work, whichever comes first. The operator must notify the Criminal Background Check Unit within one business day of being notified. 10A NCAC 09 .2703.</div>
<div>Any new charges or convictions could result in disqualification. In addition, if the individual has been placed on the Responsible Individual List (RIL), Child Maltreatment Registry (CMR), or the Sex Offender Registry (SOR), this will result in disqualification.</div><br>
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<div><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></div>
<div><b>Education:</b></div>
<div><div>A Infant/Toddler CDA awarded by the CDA Council; an AA Degree in Early Childhood Education or . Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree preferred.</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>Experience:</b></div>
</div><div><div><div>Minimum two years related early childhood teaching experience in infant/toddler classroom.
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An equivalent combination of experience, training and education may be accepted.</div><br>
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</div></div><div></div><div><b>GENERAL REQUIREMENTS</b></div><br>
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</div><div><div><b>Certificates &amp; Licenses</b></div>
<div><i>It is the employee's responsibility to obtain and keep current all certifications, licenses, physicals, etc., at all times.</i></div><br>
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<div><div><div><div>Required certifications and licenses are:</div>
<div></div><ul><li>Current (negative) TB test with receipt</li>
<li>Annual physical</li>
<li>First Aid Certificate</li>
<li>CPR Certificate</li>
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</div></div></div><div></div><div><b>OTHER REQUIREMENTS</b></div>
</div><div><div><div><div><div>Must be able to work conscientiously and effectively with a minimum of supervision, able to appropriately initiate, monitor, and achieve classroom and project objectives.<br>
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The employee must possess good verbal and written communication skills.<br>
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Must be able to pass a criminal background record check and pass post-offer employment and random substance abuse tests.</div>
<div></div><div><div>The employee must be able to complete a criminal background check and maintain an active Criminal Background Check (CBC) Qualification letter through the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development.</div>
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</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><b>CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT</b></div>
<div>Background check with state and Federal law enforcement agencies required. Selected applicants must submit to a pre-employment substance abuse screening test and receive a negative result for the use of drugs and alcohol as specified in agency policies. Must submit and receive negative results for random testing of same. The employee must have a valid North Carolina Driver's License. Must be able to pass a post-offer physical examination.</div>
<div>Action Pathways, Inc. is an &ldquo;at-will&rdquo; employer. Either the employee or Action Pathways, Inc. may terminate the employment arrangement at any time, with or without cause.</div>
<div>Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The job description or announcement is not an employment agreement or contract.</div>
<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE:</b></div>
<ul><li>Competitive pay with periodic Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)</li>
<li>Zero-cost Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (Employee only)</li>
<li>Retirement plan with 100% employer matching</li>
<li>Paid Vacation/Sick/Personal leave</li>
<li>13 Paid Holidays</li>
<li>Spring Break (for Head Start)</li>
<li>Paid professional development training</li>
<li>Education assistance</li>
<li>Auto mileage reimbursement for official travel</li>
<li>Employee discounts</li>
<li>Bragg Mutual Credit Union Membership</li>
<li>Employee Recognition Events</li>
</ul></div></div></div><div><div><b>HOW TO APPLY</b></div>
Applicants must apply online at www.actionpathways.ngo</div></div></div></div></div>

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