FAMILY GUIDANCE CENTER
Location
Calera, Alabama
The Early Head Start Teacher shares responsibility for the classroom with a Co-Teacher and collaborates with the Center Operations Coordinator, children, families, and other staff. The goal is to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.
Candidates must have an Infant and Toddler Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or an AA/BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Additionally, at least 120 training hours in infant and toddler content and 480 hours of experience working with infants and toddlers are required.
Calera Head Start - Calera, AL 35040Full-time Early Head Start Teacher (Infant and Toddler) - Family Guidance Center Head Start/Early Head Start is seeking candidates for a full-time Early Head Start Teacher at the JR Foster Head Start/Early Head Start located in Calera. The Early Head Start Teacher shares the responsibility for the classroom along with the Co-Teacher and works collaboratively with the Center Operations Coordinator, children, families, and other center staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.QualificationsRequired qualifications for the position are an Infant and Toddler Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or AA/BA in Early Childhood Education or related field with at least 120 training hours in infant and toddler content plus at least 480 hours of experience working with infants and toddlers.
Market context
Early Head Start teacher openings in Alabama often reflect steady demand for educators who can support infant and toddler development in classroom and family-service settings. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for both formal early childhood credentials and hands-on experience with very young children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your CDA, degree, training hours, and infant-toddler experience before applying.
Salary benchmark
$37,881 avg / yr
Typical range: $26,000–$42,245 based on 70 active listings in Alabama