Central Kentucky Community Action Council, Inc.
Location
New Haven, Kentucky
The Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing instructional experiences that support the social, emotional, physical, and educational development of preschool children. They must maintain a safe learning environment, track student progress, and ensure compliance with program performance standards.
Candidates must have at least an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and experience working with children. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment are required.
The Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing instructional experiences for the preschool child for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.
AND DUTIES: Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development. Ensures every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences. Completes required annual training and professional development hours. Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English. Ensures that each child’s interest drives curriculum. Maintains a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards. Ensures each child shows measurable progress towards learning outcomes/standards. Ensure parents, staff, and partners are knowledgeable regarding initial screening and ongoing assessment of child’s progress. Timely and accurately completes documentation and recordkeeping and ensures maintenance as required by applicable regulations. Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning. Other duties as assigned. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working in a team environment. Experience working with children. Reliable transportation is required. Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds. Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Background check/pre-employment screenings required.
8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
Associate’s in ECE/IECE (required) Bachelor’s in ECE/IECE (preferred) Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
Market context
In Kentucky, Head Start Teacher openings often draw candidates with early childhood credentials and hands-on classroom experience, especially in programs serving children from birth to age 5. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, plus documented experience with young children. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review the key details faster before applying. If you meet the education and experience requirements, tailor your application to show infant-toddler or preschool classroom experience.
Salary benchmark
$58,217 avg / yr
Typical range: $31,200–$49,920 based on 123 active listings in Kentucky