Teacher, Head Start
Core
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily activities for preschool children (ages 2.5+) in a licensed Head Start center, fostering school readiness, health, and family engagement.
Role type
Early childhood teacher (Head Start)
Builds
Daily lesson plans, individual development plans, and a safe learning environment for infants and preschoolers.
Domain
Early childhood education / Social services
Required skills
Early childhood education, curriculum planning, child development, relationship-based care, assessment, home visits, health and safety compliance
Preferred skills
Multi-cultural team collaboration, creating secure environments for infants/toddlers, compassionate family engagement, safe lifting techniques
Technologies
CLASS Assessment Scoring System, BLS/CPR Infant and Child First Aid
Responsibilities
Lead planning and implementation of personal care and educational activities; prepare learning environment and maintain health/safety standards; conduct assessments and develop individual development plans; perform home visits and parent-teacher conferences; collaborate on daily lesson plans; maintain professional relationships with families.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC