Early Childhood Teacher - Head Start (3-5)

Tri-County Community Action Agency; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403b Savings Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Tri-County Community Action Agency is seeking a full-time Teacher in Westerly, RI to oversee daily classroom operations for children ages 3-5 and deliver an educational program that supports development in a safe, healthy environment.

Responsibilities include planning activities, conducting developmental assessments, documenting data, engaging families, and conducting home visits per Head Start standards, while ensuring responsive caregiving and school readiness.

Qualifications

• Must have AA or BA in Early Childhood Education.
• RIDE Certification and Rhode Island ELD Standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily classroom operations for children ages 3-5.
• Plan activities aligned with developmentally appropriate practices and Head Start standards.
• Conduct developmental assessments and document data in the web-based data management system.
• Engage families and conduct home visits per standards.
• Maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.

Skills

Relationship building

Education

AA/BA in Early Childhood Education

RIDE Certification

Rhode Island ELD Standards certificate preferred

Job description

Tri-County Community Action Agency is seeking a full-time Teacher in Westerly, RI to oversee daily classroom operations for children ages 3-5 and deliver an educational program that supports development in a safe, healthy environment.

Responsibilities include planning activities, conducting developmental assessments, documenting data, engaging families, and conducting home visits per Head Start standards, while ensuring responsive caregiving and school readiness.