Head Start Lead Teacher: Inspire Little Learners

Lutheran Services Florida; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Telehealth

Job summary

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is hiring a Lead Teacher for its Head Start/ Early Head Start programs. You will plan and implement educational activities for preschoolers or infants, aligning with federal standards and VPK requirements.

The role requires strong classroom management, health and safety oversight, and collaboration with families. Candidates with an associate degree in ECE and state training are preferred, with bilingual abilities a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• Coursework in child development and early childhood education.
• Completion of State Childcare Training with 45 hours and VPK requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement daily lesson plans for preschoolers/infants.
• Create learning areas that foster an effective classroom.
• Assess children's development and implement individual education plans.

Skills

Early childhood development

Classroom supervision

Verbal communication

Bilingual preferred

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Coursework in child development/early childhood education

State childcare training with 45 hours (VPK)

Job description

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is hiring a Lead Teacher for its Head Start/ Early Head Start programs. You will plan and implement educational activities for preschoolers or infants, aligning with federal standards and VPK requirements.

The role requires strong classroom management, health and safety oversight, and collaboration with families. Candidates with an associate degree in ECE and state training are preferred, with bilingual abilities a plus.