Early Head Start Teacher — Impactful Infants & Toddlers

Center for Human Services; Clinton (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical & dental benefits

EAP

Paid time off

FSA

Credit Union, gym discounts, student-­

Job summary

Center for Human Services seeks an Early Head Start Teacher to promote the growth and readiness of infants and toddlers in Clinton, MO. The role emphasizes family engagement, curriculum implementation, and adherence to Head Start standards in a 35-hour work week.

The position offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, EAP, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and either: Infant & Toddler CDA or comparable credential or a related degree, or ability to obtain a CDA within 6 months.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Must maintain professional development, training, and credentials as required by regulations.

Responsibilities

• Promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development in a safe, supervised classroom.
• Engage parents to set goals for child readiness and program involvement.
• Implement Head Start ELOF-aligned curriculum and state regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor classroom management, schedules, and safety; support staff as needed.
• Communicate with families via Procare, calls, visits, and newsletters; organize parent meetings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Infant & Toddler CDA

Related degree / CDA within 6 months

Tools

UKG platform

ChildPlus

Creative Curriculum

DRDP

Job description

Center for Human Services seeks an Early Head Start Teacher to promote the growth and readiness of infants and toddlers in Clinton, MO. The role emphasizes family engagement, curriculum implementation, and adherence to Head Start standards in a 35-hour work week.

The position offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, EAP, and paid time off.