Head Start Lead Teacher - $3,000 Sign on Bonus*

Community Care Network / Rutland Mental Health Services; Rutland (VT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Community Care Network / Rutland Mental Health Services is seeking a Head Start Lead Teacher to join their comprehensive program aimed at early childhood education. This full-time role offers a competitive salary between $22.52 to $26.87 per hour, alongside a $3,000 sign-on bonus and outstanding benefits including paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and loan forgiveness eligibility. Candidates must have a BA in Early Childhood Education and relevant teaching experience.

Benefits

$3,000 Sign On Bonus

Employee Referral Program - Earn Up to $1,800!

Generous paid time off

Outstanding benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development and coaching

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Qualifications

• Two years of preschool classroom experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation needed.
• Successful criminal background check post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a classroom effectively.
• Create a supportive environment for children and parents.
• Provide learning experiences focused on school readiness.

Skills

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Child development

Education

BA in Early Childhood Education or related field

Teaching license with ECE endorsement

Job description

Head Start Lead Teacher - $3,000 Sign on Bonus*

Join to apply for the Head Start Lead Teacher - $3,000 Sign on Bonus* role at Community Care Network / Rutland Mental Health Services.

Position Details

• Salary: $22.52-$26.87/hour
• Benefits: Paid time off, medical/dental, paid training
• Sign on Bonus: $3,000
• Full-time: 2 hours/day paid prep time

Rutland County Head Start seeks dedicated early childhood educators to join our comprehensive, family-centered program. We foster teamwork and partner with children and families we serve.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing a classroom
• Creating a caring, supportive environment for children and parents
• Providing effective learning experiences focused on school readiness
• Collaborating with staff to support individual child needs

Benefits for You

• $3,000 Sign On Bonus*
• Employee Referral Program - Earn Up to $1,800!
• Competitive pay based on credentials
• Generous paid time off
• Outstanding benefits, tuition reimbursement, discounts
• Professional development and coaching
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Minimum Requirements

• BA in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field
• Teaching license with ECE endorsement preferred
• At least two years of preschool classroom experience
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, insurance as per Vermont law
• Successful criminal background check post-hire

Head Start is a federal program providing comprehensive services for children from birth to age five and their families, promoting school readiness and family engagement.

Community Care Network/Rutland County Head Start is an Equal Opportunity Employer.