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Head Start Lead Teacher

EASTER SEALS NORTH GEORGIA·Roswell, Georgia

Other·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The Lead Teacher implements developmentally appropriate activities to enhance the growth and social competence of children in an inclusive environment. They collaborate with specialists to plan education and ensure active parental involvement in the program.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Mansell -
  • Roswell,
  • GA 30076Note: This position requires a minimum of an Associates Degree or higher degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or closely related field. The Head Start Lead Teacher facilitates quality, individualized, early childhood education by implementing developmentally appropriate practices in an inclusive environment. Under the direct supervision of the Center Manager, works as a team with the Education/Disabilities Specialists to plan and implement a variety of developmentally appropriate activities for children that will enhance their growth and development, promote social competence and ensure parental involvement in all aspects of the program. Must have knowledge, skills and experiences needed to perform the assigned functions responsibly. Must be familiar with ethnic background and culture of families in the program and be able to serve and effectively communicate, to the extent feasible, with children and families with no or limited English proficiency. Must possess training, experiences, and knowledge that include theories, and principles of child growth and development, early childhood education, and family support. Must possess excellent communications skills. Must possess the ability to provide leadership and stability for program continuity. Must possess the ability to move/lift children up to age five (5). QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Head Start Lead Teacher Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must pass the Drug Test. Must pass the Background Check. Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable. Current Georgia PDS Profile with credentials and career level listed. *Please upload your current GA PDS Profile with credentials and career level listed, AND a resume to your online application.
  • If you don't have a
  • GA
  • PDS
  • Profile, please create one: https://gapds.decal.ga.gov/ EDUCATION REQUIRED An Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or higher degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education or closely related field of study related to the job. PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS On occasion, there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Requirements

Candidates must hold at least an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and possess a current Georgia PDS Profile. Additional requirements include passing a background check, drug test, and being at least 18 years old.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Communication Skills
  • Leadership
  • Family Support
  • Child Development
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Special Education
  • Developmentally Appropriate Practices
  • Parental Involvement
  • Inclusive Education

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Roswell, Georgia
Posted
Jun 8, 2026
Application
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EASTER SEALS NORTH GEORGIA

Easterseals North Georgia (ESNG) has dedicated itself to improving the lives of children and families with disabilities and other special needs in Georgia for 70 years. Our mission is to strengthen the health and development of children with and without disabilities, their...

IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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In Georgia, classroom teacher roles often draw steady interest because schools and child-focused programs need candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and classroom support requirements. This role is competitive for applicants who can show reliability, comfort with active supervision, and readiness to pass background checks; one year of child care experience is preferred, but not always required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your fit for the physical duties and prepare examples of working with children.

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