Head Start Lead Teacher: Nurture Young Minds & Growth

Cankdeska Cikana Community College; Fort Totten District (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cankdeska Cikana Community College seeks a Head Start/Early Head Start Lead Teacher to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. The role emphasizes active supervision, curriculum alignment, and strong teamwork in a culturally aware setting.

Qualifications include an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education and familiarity with Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD, and ChildPlus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or similar degree.
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years in classroom.
• Familiar with Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD, and ChildPlus.
• Knowledge of Head Start standards and IDEA requirements.
• Strong supervision, safety, organization, and teamwork.
• Dakota cultural awareness and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities using Creative Curriculum.
• Observe and assess development with Teaching Strategies GOLD for individualized instruction.
• Utilize ChildPlus to document attendance and child progress.
• Follow Head Start Code of Conduct and maintain confidentiality.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start standards and organizational policies.
• Practice active supervision during classroom and transitions.
• Maintain appropriate child-to-adult ratios and engage with children.
• Support curriculum adaptation and lesson planning.
• Assist in curriculum implementation and program evaluation.

Skills

Active supervision

Safety protocols

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (Preferred)

Tools

Creative Curriculum

Teaching Strategies GOLD

ChildPlus

Job description

Cankdeska Cikana Community College seeks a Head Start/Early Head Start Lead Teacher to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. The role emphasizes active supervision, curriculum alignment, and strong teamwork in a culturally aware setting.

Qualifications include an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education and familiarity with Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD, and ChildPlus.