Early Head Start Teacher

Lincoln Hills Development Corp; Corydon (IN); On-site; USD 25,857 - 29,535; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Vacation leave

13 paid holidays

401k plan

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

Lincoln Hills Development Corp in Corydon, Indiana, is seeking a full-time Early Head Start Teacher to plan, implement and monitor education services for infants and toddlers aged 6 months to 3 years. The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate instruction and collaboration with a Co-Teacher and Classroom Aide to ensure high-quality early learning.

The position requires a CDA or equivalent credential and may require additional credentials.

Qualifications

• Must have CDA credential or equivalent coursework in early childhood development with focus on infant/toddler development.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Must meet Head Start and Indiana licensing regulations including background checks and health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement developmentally appropriate education services for infants and toddlers (6 months to 3 years).
• Collaborate with Co-Teacher and Classroom Aide to prepare lesson plans and ensure program compliance.
• Complete required screenings and adhere to Head Start Birth-5 standards and CACFP guidelines.

Skills

Collaborative planning with Co-Teacher

Lesson planning

Developmentally appropriate practice

Education

CDA credential

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Early Head Start Teacher

Lincoln Hills Development Corp Corydon, Indiana, United States

About this position

Head Start Birth-5 has an opening for a full-time Early Head Start Teacher position working 35 hours per week. Responsible for the planning, organization, and implementation of education services for Early Head Start infants and toddlers ages 6 months to 3 years old. Will work in collaboration with a Co-Teacher and Classroom Aide to prepare and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans, utilizing research-based curriculum as designated by the Head Start Birth-5 program. This position will complete the required developmental, behavioral, and sensory screenings within the required time period. Complete duties and responsibilities as they relate to the Head Start Performance Standards, Indiana Day Care Licensing Regulations, CACFP Guidelines, and Head Start Birth-5 Forms and Procedures Manual.

Salary Information

$18.77 - $21.44Hourly Wage

Requirements

Childhood Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential and have been trained or have equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant toddler development required. LHDC may provide on-the-job training to obtain the appropriate credentials if necessary. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching infants and toddlers preferred.

Must meet Head Start and Indiana Child Care Licensing Regulations, including Head Start Standards of Conduct, federal and state criminal history requirements, sex offender registry checks, drug screen, physical, and complete an annual T.B. test.

LHDC offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, disability, voluntary life and life insurance, vacation leave, 13 paid holidays, and 401k plan. All LHDC employees are eligible for reimbursement for professional development approved by the organization as long as they have been employed for at least 6 months.

LHDC provides services to clients regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability, veteran status, genetics, national origin, ancestry, or familial status. The agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer.