Head Start Lead Teacher - Build School Readiness

Champlain-Valley-Office-of-Economic-Opportunit; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

retirement plan

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Champlain Valley Head Start within the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) seeks a Head Start Teacher in Colchester, VT. You will lead or co-teach at an assigned site, ensuring a safe, developmentally appropriate environment and strong family engagement.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in ECE or related field; Vermont license with ECE endorsement preferred; excellent communication, documentation, and a commitment to social justice; valid driver’s license and reliable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and Vermont educator’s license preferred.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate early childhood practice and curriculum planning.
• Strong verbal and written communication; documentation and recordkeeping skills.
• Commitment to social justice and serving families with limited resources.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; physical ability to carry out tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-teach for assigned Head Start site in a team setting.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start standards, licensing, and agency policies.
• Provide a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate environment.
• Maintain professional conduct while representing CVEO and Head Start.
• Exercise good judgment in all situations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Documentation

Recordkeeping

Bilingual abilities

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Physical ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Vermont educator’s license with ECE endorsement preferred

Job description

Champlain Valley Head Start within the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) seeks a Head Start Teacher in Colchester, VT. You will lead or co-teach at an assigned site, ensuring a safe, developmentally appropriate environment and strong family engagement.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in ECE or related field; Vermont license with ECE endorsement preferred; excellent communication, documentation, and a commitment to social justice; valid driver’s license and reliable