Early Head Start Teacher - Marshall (#1026I)

United Community Action Partnership, Inc.; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

13 paid holidays each year

accident insurance

critical illness insurance

hospital indemnity insurance

Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST)

401k retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. in Marshall, MN is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher to foster growth, learning and family engagement in a supportive classroom environment. The role emphasizes readiness, inclusivity, and community impact, with standard full-time hours and union benefits.

You will plan activities, assess progress, partner with families and collaborate with a team to deliver health-conscious, developmentally appropriate programs within Head Start guidelines.

Qualifications

• CDA or AA degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field per Head Start requirements.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Create inspiring experiences: plan and lead engaging classroom activities.
• Track progress: conduct assessments and maintain records.
• Encourage family involvement: partner with parents for active participation.
• Support inclusion: ensure an inclusive classroom for children with disabilities.
• Integrate wellness: incorporate health and nutrition activities.
• Promote the program: assist with recruitment to connect more families to Head Start.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Child development knowledge

Problem solving

Education

CDA or AA in ECE/Child Development

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

JOB STATUS: Full time (40 hours), 12 months per year, Union position

LOCATION: Marshall, MN

Inspire Young Minds as an Early Head Start Teacher! Create a nurturing environment where children grow, learn, and thrive. As an Early Head Start Teacher, you’ll spark curiosity, build school readiness, and empower families to support their child’s success. Make a lasting impact— one child, one family, one community at a time!

What You’ll Do

• Create Inspiring Experiences: Plan and lead engaging classroom activities
• Track Progress: Conduct assessments and maintain accurate records
• Encourage Family Involvement: Partner with parents to inspire active participation
• Support Inclusion: Ensure an inclusive classroom for children with disabilities.
• Integrate Wellness: Incorporate health and nutrition activities.
• Promote the Program: Assist with recruitment efforts to connect more families to the Head Start program.

Skills To Wow Us

• Strong verbal and written communication skills—you’re great at connecting with others.
• Computer-savvy with solid organizational skills.
• A natural leader who thrives as part of a collaborative team.
• Knowledgeable about child development and eager to apply best practices.
• Problem-solving comes easily, and you handle challenges with grace.

Education and Experience

• A CDA or AA degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (as defined by the Office of Head Start).
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or the willingness to obtain it).

What’s In It For You

• Salary range of $22.71 - $33.89 p/hour + Benefits!
• Full-time (40 hours per week), 12-Month Union Position
• Opportunities to grow, learn, and make a lasting impact.

Benefits

The Agency’s Benefits Plan allows employees to choose, among a number of benefit options including, but not necessarily limited to, PTO, 13 paid holidays each year, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST), 401k retirement plan, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

• PTO
• 13 paid holidays each year
• accident insurance
• critical illness insurance
• hospital indemnity insurance
• Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST)
• 401k retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Contact

United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

320-235-0850

[e-mail]

Website

www.unitedcapmn.org

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.