OHCAC Head Start·Mount Gilead, Ohio
Maintain a nurturing learning environment and implement developmentally appropriate activity plans based on assessment data. Collaborate with teaching teams and engage parents to enhance child development and connect families with community resources.
A Job With A Purpose We're looking for passionate foundation builders to join us in impacting children and changing lives during the critical first 2,000 days!
At OHCAC Head Start, we recognize that 90% of the brain is formed before a child even steps into a kindergarten classroom.
As part of the Early Learning team, your work with infants to preschoolers will provide life-changing solutions to the children and families we serve.
We have opportunities in all 4 counties we serve; Marion, Morrow, Crawford, & Richland.
Our Head Start Locations The OHCAC Head Start Classrooms provide high-quality care for children during the critical first 2,000 days of life by operating 8 learning centers, serving children birth through five years old, in Marion, Morrow, Crawford, & Richland counties.
Because of our high standards, all sites achieved a 5-Star rating on the Step-Up-To-Quality system.
Employee Resources and Benefits All employees are afforded opportunities for personal and professional growth.
With our innovative and collaborative mentoring and coaching sessions, all teachers receive enhanced curriculum, assessment, and observation training and tools to help provide ongoing support.
Job Requirements Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education or a current Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) required.
Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
Requires an Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. A Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
Market context
Ohio classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially for candidates who can manage a classroom and plan instruction aligned to state and center expectations. These positions are competitive because schools and centers often look for both teaching experience and the ability to stay active with children throughout the day. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your age, classroom leadership experience, and lesson-planning background before applying.
