FAMILY GUIDANCE CENTER
Location
Columbiana, Alabama
The Head Start Teacher is responsible for managing a classroom of 3- to 5-year-old children. They work collaboratively with an assistant teacher and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children.
Candidates must have an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related fields, along with experience teaching preschool-aged children. A Bachelor's degree is highly preferred.
Columbiana Head Start - Columbiana, AL 35051Full- time-Head Start Teacher, Columbiana Head Start- Columbiana, AL- Shelby County Family Guidance Center Head Start/Early Head Start is seeking candidates for a full-time Head Start Teacher at the Columbiana Head Start Center located in Shelby County. The Head Start Teacher is responsible for a Head Start classroom of 3- to 5-year-old children. S/he works collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members, and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities. Required qualifications are an Associate or Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education or state awarded preschool teacher certification with experience teaching preschool aged children or BA/BS in related fields with at least six college courses in Early Childhood Education plus experience teaching preschool aged children. BA Degree is highly preferred. All Family Guidance Center Head Start and Early Head Start employees, and all other Family Guidance Center contractors, and volunteers who regularly perform work within our Program must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be approved for a medical or religious exemption from COVID-19 vaccination as a reasonable accommodation. EOE
Market context
In Alabama, classroom teacher roles are typically shaped by steady demand in schools and child-focused programs that need educators who can manage groups, plan lessons, and keep students engaged. These roles are competitive because employers often look for candidates who already have classroom leadership experience, meet state and center education requirements, and can handle active, hands-on work with children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare openings, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of lesson planning and classroom management before applying.
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Salary benchmark
$37,881 avg / yr
Typical range: $26,000–$42,245 based on 70 active listings in Alabama