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Core responsibilities

The head start teacher is responsible for leading a classroom of 3–4-Year-Old children, implementing a child-Centered curriculum, and addressing challenging behaviors through observation and intervention. This role involves documenting children's progress, partnering with families, and ensuring all classroom experiences are developmentally, linguistically, culturally, and age-Appropriate.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess an associate or bachelor's degree in child development, early childhood education, or equivalent coursework, or meet the requirements of the head start act. The position also requires passing a physical exam and background checks, having a valid driver's license or reliable transportation, and involves up to 10% local or long-Distance travel.

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Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Wellness Programs
  • Legal Assistance
  • ID Theft Protection
  • Professional Development Reimbursements
  • Employee Discount Perks