Head Start Lead Teacher: Inspire & Lead Classrooms

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC); Aurora (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Medical and Dental Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Paid Training Opportunities

Family-Friendly Work Environment

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start is seeking a Lead Teacher to create a welcoming classroom and support children's development through instruction, lesson planning, and responsive care.

The Lead Teacher will supervise staff, ensure licensing and Head Start standards compliance, and collaborate with families to promote learning. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, full-time/part-year, with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (AA/AAS) in Early Childhood Education required.
• Transcript copy required with application.
• Supervisory experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Provide developmentally appropriate instruction and lesson planning.
• Support children’s social, emotional, and educational development.
• Supervise and collaborate with co-teachers and classroom staff.
• Maintain State Licensing, Accreditation, and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Classroom management

Confidentiality

Family collaboration

DAP knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start is seeking a Lead Teacher to create a welcoming classroom and support children's development through instruction, lesson planning, and responsive care.

The Lead Teacher will supervise staff, ensure licensing and Head Start standards compliance, and collaborate with families to promote learning. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, full-time/part-year, with benefits and opportunities for growth.