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Core responsibilities

The head start lead teacher facilitates quality, individualized early childhood education by implementing developmentally appropriate practices. They work with the education/Disabilities specialists to plan and implement activities that enhance children's growth and promote parental involvement.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a minimum of an associate's degree in a relevant field and be at least eighteen years old. They must also pass a drug test and background check, and possess knowledge of child development and effective communication skills.

associate degreebachelor degreeTeamworkCommunication SkillsLeadershipFamily SupportCultural CompetenceChild DevelopmentEarly Childhood EducationSpecial EducationDevelopmentally Appropriate PracticesPlanning ActivitiesInclusive EnvironmentParental InvolvementSocial CompetenceChild Growth TheoriesKnowledge of Ethnic BackgroundsAbility to Lift Children