Head Start: Extended Day Pre-K Teacher

Early Learning Essentials; Spanish Fork (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life benefits

401(k)

Gym benefits, weekends off, holidays

Job summary

Early Learning Essentials is a Utah-based non-profit providing Head Start preschool services to families facing life challenges. The role is full‑time, front-line, and involves direct interaction with children and families at the center.

The position relies on your own vehicle for occasional home visits; typical week is Monday–Friday with 40 hours, 183 days/year, and some evenings for parent meetings.

Qualifications

• Requires 2x/year home visit travel in private vehicle.
• Experience in preschool teaching or labwork for ECE degree.
• Spanish-speaking is desirable and location-dependent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and supervise learning activities for enrolled children.
• Implement Head Start standards and school-readiness goals.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistant, Center Manager, and staff to support families.

Skills

Inter-rater reliability (TSG)

Child development knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Computer literacy

Behavior management

Multitasking

Travel to home visits

English language proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in ECE

Associate's degree in Child Development/ECE

Related field with ECE coursework

Job description

Early Learning Essentials is a Utah-based non-profit providing Head Start preschool services to families facing life challenges. The role is full‑time, front-line, and involves direct interaction with children and families at the center.

The position relies on your own vehicle for occasional home visits; typical week is Monday–Friday with 40 hours, 183 days/year, and some evenings for parent meetings.