Head Start Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher (Center-Based)

The Opportunity Alliance; Portland (ME); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous paid time off

9 paid holidays per year

Dental and Vision insurance options

Agency paid basic life insurance

STD & LTD disability insurances

403(b) retirement with generous match

Tuition Reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

The Opportunity Alliance seeks an Early Head Start Lead Teacher for the Infant/Toddler classroom in Portland, Maine. You will provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment aligned with Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing, and NAEYC expectations, with a strong focus on social-emotional well-being.

This full-time, year-round role offers ongoing supervision, coaching, and professional development, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifikationen

• Infant/Toddler CDA credential required.
• Training or coursework in infant/toddler development.
• Degree in early childhood education preferred.
• 1–3 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with culturally responsive teaching.
• Ability to pass background checks and immunizations.

Aufgaben

• Lead teacher for Infant/Toddler class, ensuring a safe, nurturing learning environment.
• Oversee classroom activities in alignment with Head Start standards.
• Collaborate with Head Start team and families to support child development.
• Maintain a low teacher-to-child ratio and document progress.

Kenntnisse

CDA Infant/Toddler

Early childhood development knowledge

Supervisory experience

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Associate or higher in Early Childhood Education

Degree in ECE or related field preferred

Jobbeschreibung

The Opportunity Alliance seeks an Early Head Start Lead Teacher for the Infant/Toddler classroom in Portland, Maine. You will provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment aligned with Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing, and NAEYC expectations, with a strong focus on social-emotional well-being.

This full-time, year-round role offers ongoing supervision, coaching, and professional development, plus a comprehensive benefits package.