Columbia Child Development Program·Berwick, Pennsylvania
Serve as a lead substitute teacher across multiple centers to provide instructional leadership and maintain a structured learning environment. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities while collaborating with staff and families to support children's growth.
Description Full-Time | Travel Required Between Berwick, Benton & Bloomsburg Centers
Bring consistency, creativity, and care wherever you're needed most.
Are you a flexible, passionate early childhood educator who enjoys variety and making an impact across multiple classrooms? Our Head Start program is seeking a Floating Head Start Teacher to serve as a full-time substitute teacher, providing instructional leadership and classroom support at our centers in Berwick, Benton, and Bloomsburg.
In this unique role, you'll step into classrooms as needed to ensure children continue receiving the high-quality learning experiences, nurturing support, and structured environment they deserve. If you're adaptable, organized, and committed to helping young learners succeed, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do Serve as the lead teacher in classrooms throughout our Berwick, Benton, and Bloomsburg centers when regular teaching staff are absent or additional support is needed.
Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with Head Start standards and curriculum.
Conduct developmental screenings, assessments, and individualized learning activities as assigned.
Create and maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment that supports children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
Build strong relationships with children, families, and staff across multiple locations.
Supervise and collaborate with teacher assistants, center aides, volunteers, interns, and student teachers.
Participate in family engagement activities, parent conferences, home visits, and classroom events as needed.
Maintain accurate child records, documentation, and required reports.
Support the implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) practices throughout the program.
Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities to maintain current credentials and best practices.
Represent Head Start positively within the community and support the program's mission of serving children and families.
What We're Looking For A dedicated educator who thrives in a dynamic environment and can confidently transition between classrooms and centers.
Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to quickly build rapport with children, families, and colleagues.
Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and maintaining confidentiality.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel regularly between Berwick, Benton, and Bloomsburg locations.
Why Join Our Team?
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families throughout the community.
Enjoy the variety and professional growth that comes with working in multiple classroom settings.
Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team dedicated to early childhood success.
Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Benefits include: generous paid time off, health insurance, a 30% child care discount, and paid holidays.
Ready to Make an Impact Across Our Head Start Centers?
If you're an adaptable early childhood professional who enjoys bringing stability, enthusiasm, and high-quality instruction wherever you're needed, apply today to become our next Floating Head Start Teacher.
Help children thrive—one classroom, one center, and one day at a time.
Educational Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or related Human Services field, OR Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or related Human Services field. 2+ years of experience working with young children preferred Strong knowledge of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and regularly kneel, bend, stoop, reach, and sit on the floor while engaging with children. Must pass a physical exam and background checks. Reliable transportation and willingness to travel regularly between Berwick, Benton, and Bloomsburg locations.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, classroom teacher openings often draw candidates with early-childhood or childcare experience, especially when child development knowledge and classroom routines are part of the role. These positions can be competitive because employers look for strong organization, communication, time management, and current First Aid/CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm the original posting for any credential or schedule details before applying.
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