Head Start Infant & Toddler Lead Teacher

Council On Rural Service Programs Inc; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Leave

401(k) plan

Student loan forgiveness

Paid education

Affordable benefits

Caring colleagues

Job summary

Council On Rural Service Programs Inc in Sidney, OH seeks a Head Teacher for the Head Start program. The role involves supervising teachers, planning learning environments, and engaging families to support preschoolers on the path to kindergarten.

Starting hourly wage ranges from $23.89 to $28.02, with pay based on education and experience. Benefits include educational advancement opportunities, generous leave, and a supportive, service‑oriented team.

Qualifications

• ECE Bachelor’s degree with one year of experience required.
• Alternate: Bachelor’s degree plus 6 ECE courses and one year experience.
• Alternate: Associate’s degree in ECE and two years’ experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Early Childhood Service Coordinator, Teachers, Family Advocate and families to plan and implement Head Start for preschoolers.
• Supervise daily classroom operations and guide teachers in learning activities and materials.
• Ensure child safety and maintain a clean, organized, nurturing learning environment.
• Lead family engagement efforts, conduct home visits and conferences to support learning.
• Complete developmental screenings and participate in trainings to support growth.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Parent engagement

Child development

Education

ECE Bachelor’s degree and one year experience

Bachelor’s degree + 6 ECE courses and one year experience

Associate’s degree in ECE and two years’ experience

Job description

Council On Rural Service Programs Inc in Sidney, OH seeks a Head Teacher for the Head Start program. The role involves supervising teachers, planning learning environments, and engaging families to support preschoolers on the path to kindergarten.

Starting hourly wage ranges from $23.89 to $28.02, with pay based on education and experience. Benefits include educational advancement opportunities, generous leave, and a supportive, service‑oriented team.