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Head Start Preschool Teacher

ENRICHMENT SERVICES PROGRAM INCORPORATED·Phenix City, Alabama

$20/hr·Other·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The incumbent manages classroom activities and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum to meet Head Start Performance Standards. Responsibilities include recording observations, conducting home visits, and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment for children.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Higginbotham -
  • Phenix
  • City,
  • AL 36869Salary
  • Range: $19.36 - $19.36 HourlyIncumbent provides for the establishment, maintenance, and management of classroom activities and providing those services necessary to meet the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards. · Maintains confidentiality about issues concerning other staff members, children, and families of Enrichment Services Program. · Respects and observes children's interests. Intervenes when needed to maintain safety. Enhances children's play with language, toys, and activities. · Communicates directly with each child at the child's level. · Engages and communicates constructively with individual children during activities and routines. Takes every opportunity to positively extend children's thinking and actions. · Stays responsive to children's needs, questions, and requests. · Encourages and models social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate. · Acknowledges feelings with sensitivity and demonstrates appropriate expression of emotions. · Practices positive discipline techniques in guiding children's behavior according to NAEYC, Bright from the Start, and Caring for our Children Basics. · Stays attentive, flexible and supportive of children and their families during transitions to and from classrooms. · Implements daily lesson plans and daily schedules. · Records observation in Teaching Strategies GOLD. · Organizes and maintains learning centers within the classroom. · Recruits volunteers and solicits in-kind contributions. · Attends meetings, trainings and workshop as required. · Maintains cleanliness of classrooms and adjoining restrooms. · Serves as an advocate for the Head Start Program, families and children. · Implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum which reflects observations and assessments of individual children and goals jointly developed with parents/guardians. · Develops, organizes and maintains learning centers within the classroom. · Maintains order by using positive approach to behavior management. · Maintains cleanliness of classrooms and adjoining restrooms. · Maintains order by using positive approach to behavior management. · Completes mandated screening & assessments of the children. · Completes daily heath & anecdotal observations of children · Completes Home Visits and Parent Teacher Conferences a minimum of twice a year. · Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications
  • Education
  • HS
  • Teacher
  • I
  • Requires: Associate’s
  • Degree in
  • ECE or
  • TCC/CDA with
  • Associate’s
  • Degree
  • HS
  • Teacher
  • II
  • Requires: Bachelor’s
  • Degree in
  • ECE or
  • TCC/CDA with
  • Bachelor’s
  • Degree
  • HS
  • Teacher
  • III
  • Requires: Master’s
  • Degree in
  • ECE or
  • TCC/CDA with
  • Master’s
  • Degree
  • Experience
  • Level 2:
  • One to three years
  • Compensation:The compensation package is based on educational credentials. *BA/emphasis on infant & toddler development - $19.24 *MA/emphasis on infant & toddler development - $19.96

Requirements

Candidates must possess an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or a TCC/CDA. One to three years of experience is required depending on the teacher level classification.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Behavior Management
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Classroom Management
  • Child Development
  • Parent Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Student Assessment
  • Observation Recording
  • Positive Discipline

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$20/hr
Location
Phenix City, Alabama
Posted
Jun 2, 2026
Closes
Sep 2, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

ENRICHMENT SERVICES PROGRAM INCORPORATED

Enrichment Services Program, Inc. (ESP) is a private, non-profit community action agency founded in 1965. Our mission is to eliminate poverty through Education, Services, and Partnerships. We serve eight counties in Georgia (Chattahoochee, Clay, Harris, Muscogee, Quitman,...

Salary listed on 29 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Alabama classroom teacher 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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