Early Childhood Lead Teacher — Tuition Covered & Bonuses

OVEC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Health Insurance

State Pension

Tuition covered for IECE/ECE degree

Signing bonus

Retention bonus

Paid sick and annual leave

Job summary

OVEC in Louisville, KY is seeking a Head Start Teacher to lead a classroom in a full-day, full-year setting. The teacher designs developmentally appropriate activities, supports children through play, maintains a safe, organized environment, and collaborates with families through meetings and home visits.

This role includes supervising classroom staff and aides to ensure daily operations run smoothly. Candidates must hold an associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or

Qualifications

• Requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a Head Start classroom in a full-day full-year or school day setting.
• Design and deliver developmentally appropriate activities for young learners.
• Support children during structured and unstructured play and maintain a safe, organized environment.
• Engage with families through scheduled meetings and home-based interactions.
• Supervise classroom staff including assistants and floaters to ensure smooth daily operations.

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

OVEC in Louisville, KY is seeking a Head Start Teacher to lead a classroom in a full-day, full-year setting. The teacher designs developmentally appropriate activities, supports children through play, maintains a safe, organized environment, and collaborates with families through meetings and home visits.

This role includes supervising classroom staff and aides to ensure daily operations run smoothly. Candidates must hold an associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or