Full-Time Early Head Start ECE Teacher - Nurturing Growth

Jimmy Jazz; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 62,781,000 - 76,392,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 Company Paid Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Dental (Voluntary)

Health and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Long-Term Disability

IPERS/403(b) with match

Education Partnership with Mount Mercy

Job summary

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) in Cedar Rapids, IA, is hiring an Early Head Start Early Childhood Teacher for a full-time, 40-hour week. The role runs Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm, with full day/year operations. Base pay is $21.91–$26.66 per hour, depending on education and experience.

The teacher will plan and implement a nurturing Head Start classroom, ensuring standards are met while supporting families and children. Deadline: October 11, 2026.

Qualifications

• Target Qualifications: Current State of Iowa Early Childhood Teacher License.
• Minimum Qualifications: Infant/Toddler CDA.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Valid Car Insurance.
• Must pass DHS clearance and FBI fingerprint checks every 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and maintain a nurturing early childhood educational experience.
• Oversee daily Head Start standards in classroom operations.

Education

Current State of Iowa Early Childhood Teacher License

Infant/Toddler CDA

Job description

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) in Cedar Rapids, IA, is hiring an Early Head Start Early Childhood Teacher for a full-time, 40-hour week. The role runs Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm, with full day/year operations. Base pay is $21.91–$26.66 per hour, depending on education and experience.

The teacher will plan and implement a nurturing Head Start classroom, ensuring standards are met while supporting families and children. Deadline: October 11, 2026.