Shaded band: the middle 50% of 138 posted classroom teacher roles in Georgia rates. This role sits in the 49th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 1% below the Georgia median for classroom teacher roles.
The incumbent manages classroom activities and provides services to meet Head Start Performance Standards while ensuring the physical, social, and emotional development of children. Responsibilities include implementing developmentally appropriate curricula, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and communicating effectively with families and staff.
Job DetailsJob Location
Child
Development
Center -
Columbus,
GA 31904Position
Type:
Full
TimeEducation
Level: 4
Year
DegreeSalary
Range: $19.75 - $20.49
HourlyJob
Shift:
DayJob
Category:
EducationJob
Summary: Incumbent 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.
Major
Responsibilities/Activities: Maintain confidentiality about issues concerning other staff members, children and families of Enrichment Services Program. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of ages and stages of development. Understand the general areas of physical, social, cognitive and emotional development for this age group. Staff interact frequently, affectionately, and respectfully by smiling, touching, and holding children. Speak in a friendly, calm, soft, courteous manner within close proximity of the child. Staff respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety. Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities. Staff communicates directly with each child at the child's level. Engage and communicate constructively with individual children during activities and routines. Take every opportunity to positively extend children's thinking and actions. Assist and be responsive to children's needs, questions, and requests. Encourage and model social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate. Acknowledge feelings with sensitivity and demonstrate appropriate expression of emotions. Practice positive discipline techniques in guiding children's behavior according to NAEYC. Be attentive, flexible and supportive of children and their families during transitions to and from classrooms. Assist in implementing daily lesson plans and daily schedules. Assist in organizing and maintaining learning centers within the classroom. Recruit volunteers and solicits in-kind contributions. Attend meetings, trainings and workshop as required. Maintain cleanliness of classrooms and adjoining restrooms. Serve as an advocate for the Head Start Program, families and children. Perform other duties as assigned. Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum which reflects observations and assessments of individual children and goals jointly developed with parents/guardians.
Physical
Environment,
Health,
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. A minimum of one year of experience working with children from birth to 5 years of age is required.
bachelor degree
postgraduate degree
Communication
Assessment
Record Keeping
Collaboration
Classroom Management
Child Development
Safety Supervision
Lesson Planning
Early Childhood Education
Positive Discipline
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Plan
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $20/hr
Location
Columbus, Georgia
Posted
Aug 17, 2026
Closes
Nov 17, 2026
Application
Employer website
Safety and
Nutrition: Maintain and follow all safety and health rules of the location. Supervise children at all times. Demonstrate awareness of entire group while working with a small group or individuals. Know the number of children in your group and maintain ratios at all times. Maintain accurate attendance records throughout the day. Complete appropriate paperwork (i.e., accidents, medication, and allergies). Encourage children to utilize appropriate health, safety and nutritional practices. Keep environment and equipment safe, clean, and attractive. Encourage respect for classroom materials. Notify designated individual in advance when supplies are needed. Assist in arrangement of space into clearly defined, well organized activity areas. Organize a variety of materials on low, open shelves for children to use independently
Qualifications
Minimum
Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education OR in a related field (Child Development, Elementary Education, etc.) and minimum one year DECAL experience working with children from birth to 5 years of age.(
Masters preferred)
Essential
Mental
Functions: Ability to communicate effectively with parents, children and staff. Benefits We value our team members and are pleased to offer a flexible benefits package for all eligible employees.
Our package includes: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Life Insurance (50,000) Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability FSA – Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Generous Paid Time Off (Sick, Personal, and Holidays) 401(k) Plan
Market context
Georgia classroom teacher market context
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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