EHS Teacher

EASTCONN Killingly Early Head Start & Head Start; Killingly (CT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan participation

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

EASTCONN Killingly Early Head Start & Head Start in Killingly, CT, is seeking an EHS Teacher to lead a teaching team and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children aged 0–3. The role emphasizes family engagement, CTELDS alignment, and a collaborative, safe learning environment throughout the full-year program.

Responsibilities include staff supervision, planning lessons, maintaining records, and ensuring program compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• 3–5 years related work experience.
• Knowledge of CTELDS and Head Start regulations.
• Ability to supervise and guide classroom team; conduct annual staff evaluations.
• Strong communication with families and supervisor; collaboration with team.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, preparing and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for 0–3 year olds.
• Maintain a safe, healthy classroom environment and involve families in the child’s learning.
• Supervise, support and evaluate classroom team members; conduct annual evaluations.
• Observe and document children's progress; plan interventions and referrals as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start, CT regulations and EASTCONN policies; attend meetings and trainings.

Skills

Early childhood education knowledge

Family engagement

Leadership & supervision

CTELDS knowledge

Discretion & confidentiality

Organizational skills

Parent conferences

Transportation access

Computer skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5908503
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TheEHS Lead Teacherdirects the teaching teamin planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences that engage the whole child and support the readiness of the children through social/emotional, cognitive, physical, and language activities. Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment and encourage the involvement of families to strengthen the relationships between children, families, and the community. This position is full year.
Job Summary:

• Maintain working knowledge of EASTCONN Head Start and Head Start philosophy and all regulations and performance standards (Head Start, NAEYC and OEC).
• Passion for teaching young children ages 0-3. Must be loving, compassionate, caring and patient with an understanding of developmental milestones for children this age.
• Take a leadership role in planning, preparing and implementing a successful learning environment that supports and challenges each child's development.
• Understands and implements Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CTELDS) when planning and preparing lessons to meet the needs of each child.
• Supervise, support and guide members of the classroom team by providing opportunities for staff growth and development. Complete annual staff evaluations on members of the team.
• Communicate regularly with your supervisor and share all pertinent information as quickly as possible.
• Observe and record children's behavior for the purpose of assessing skills and planning appropriately to meet individual and group needs. Recognize areas of concern and initiate appropriate intervention or needed referrals. Attend home visits and parent conferences as required.
• Assess classroom needs for equipment, materials and supplies and report to the supervisor.
• Maintain an organized space, equipment, materials and supplies in a safe, clean and orderly fashion.
• Provide accurate and timely reports, record keeping and other documentation required for assigned classroom.
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Attend all required staff meetings, workshops, trainings, committee meetings and parent functions.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive relationship by maintaining contact with families through phone calls, conferences, home visits, arrivals & departures, and family volunteer opportunities.
• Designated mandated reporter.
• Engage all children and parents by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
• Attend & participate in team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with children, parents and staff in other areas.
• Maintain confidentiality of program, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
• Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/orgrant requirements,including EASTCONNpolicies & procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education plus 3-5 years related work experience.

• Knowledge of early childhood education including developmentally appropriate practices
• Knowledge of child growth and development
• Experience working with families to support early learning
• Able to exercise high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
• Detail oriented with good organizational skills, and be multi-task proficient.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to adapt to new software.
• Provide current physical and negative TB test upon hire.
• Must maintain a current motor vehicle license and have access to reliable, insured transportation

EASTCONN offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees that may include:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Participation in the Connecticut State Partnership Health Plan (where applicable)
• Retirement plan participation
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal leave (as applicable)
• Paid holidays
• Employer paid life insurance and voluntary employee paid supplemental life insurance available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement (where applicable)

Eligibility for benefits is based on position and scheduled hours.

At EASTCONN, we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion, drive, and perspective are what matter most to us.

As an EEO/AA employer, EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our policies.
AA/EOE
M/F/D/V

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $45,880 to $54,307 Per Year

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jamie Ohar , Program Manager
• EASTCONN Killingly Early Head Start & Head Start
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]