Early Head Start Teacher Jobs

Position Summary

The Early Head Start (EHS) and/or Infant/Toddler Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages 0–3. The teacher promotes school readiness by supporting cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development while building strong partnerships with families. Positions in several locations are available.

Early Head Start positions are 10-month contract positions. For 2026-2027 positions summer training will be required.

Key Responsibilities

· Child Development & Curriculum Implementation

• Plan and implement individualized, developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with EHS/Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF).
• Use observation and assessment tools (e.g., Teaching Strategies GOLD) to track child progress.
• Support language, social-emotional, and motor development through responsive caregiving.

· Health, Safety & Supervision

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Ensure active supervision of children at all times.
• Follow all licensing, Head Start Performance Standards, and agency policies.

· Family Engagement

• Build respectful, culturally responsive relationships with families.
• Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
• Support families in setting and achieving developmental goals for their child.

· Screening & Assessment

• Conduct developmental screenings within required timelines.
• Participate in Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) processes when applicable.
• Use data to individualize instruction.
• Conduct ongoing observations of children’s skills and ability aligned to learning outcomes.

· Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely records (attendance, assessments, incident reports).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and program regulations.

· Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with co-teachers, family service workers, and specialists.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum: CDA (Infant/Toddler) or Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (per Head Start requirements).
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field.
• Experience working with infants and toddlers in a group setting.
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards preferred.

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person