Head Start Lead Preschool Teacher - Inspire Learning Growth

Iowa Community Action Association - West Central Community Action

Council Bluffs (IA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vacation
Sick pay
Paid holidays
IPERS retirement plan
403(b)

Job summary

West Central Community Action in Council Bluffs is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher for one of our Head Start classrooms. You will create and manage a warm, engaging learning environment and lead daily educational activities in line with Head Start standards.

The ideal candidate holds an AA/AS in Child Development or Early Childhood Education (BA/BS preferred) and has classroom experience; must maintain records, recruit and supervise volunteers, and promote strong family engagement.

Qualifications

  • AA/AS in Child Development or Early Childhood Education with 1 year classroom experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Education is preferred.
  • Valid driver's license and auto insurance are required.
  • Advocate and recruit for WCCA Programs including Head Start.
  • Maintain accurate attendance, nutrition, in-kind and other required records.

Responsibilities

  • Create and manage a warm, engaging learning environment for preschool children.
  • Direct daily educational activities and approve all child activities.
  • Follow Head Start Program Performance Standards and state licensing codes.
  • Develop daily classroom schedules using Creative Curriculum and PBIS.
  • Design developmentally appropriate daily lesson plans using data and goals.
  • Foster positive family relationships through open, consistent communication.
  • Attend meetings concerning children in the classroom and supervise volunteers.

Skills

Classroom management
Communication
Record keeping
Child development knowledge
Team coordination

Education

AA/AS in Child Development/ECE
Experience in classroom team
BA/BS in Education preferred

Job description

West Central Community Action in Council Bluffs is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher for one of our Head Start classrooms. You will create and manage a warm, engaging learning environment and lead daily educational activities in line with Head Start standards.

The ideal candidate holds an AA/AS in Child Development or Early Childhood Education (BA/BS preferred) and has classroom experience; must maintain records, recruit and supervise volunteers, and promote strong family engagement.

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