Head Start Lead Teacher signing bonus

Agape Love Childcare Center LLC; Detroit (MI); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 44.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Vision insurance

Competitive compensation

Zusammenfassung

Agape Love Childcare Center LLC in Detroit is seeking a Lead Teacher for a Head Start preschool partnership. The role emphasizes nurturing, responsive teaching and implementing an early childhood curriculum with fidelity. Strong collaboration with families and staff is essential.

Applicants with Head Start or GSRP experience and an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field are preferred. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule, full-time hours, and growth opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• Qualifications for Head Start preschool Lead Teacher including Early Childhood Education/Child Development coursework.
• Preference for Associate's or Bachelor's degree in ECE/Child Development.
• Experience in Head Start, GSRP, preschool, or early childhood classroom.

Aufgaben

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Create an engaging and nurturing classroom environment.
• Implement curriculum with fidelity.
• Conduct observations and assessments.
• Maintain required classroom documentation.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Support children's social-emotional development.
• Maintain active supervision at all times.
• Collaborate with teaching partners, administrators, and Head Start staff.
• Participate in professional development and training.

Kenntnisse

Lead Teacher

Classroom management

Family communication

Engaging learning experiences

Ausbildung

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensations
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Paid holidays
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Great Work Environment

Compensation & Benefits

• $25-$32 per hour, based on education, credentials, and experience
• $1,000 Sign-On/Retention Bonus
• Full-time, Monday-Friday schedule
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive administrative team
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Established Head Start partnership program
• Classroom resources and curriculum support

Qualifications

Candidates should have qualifying education and credentials for a Head Start preschool Lead Teacher position, including applicable Early Childhood Education/Child Development coursework.

Strong preference will be given to candidates with:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related qualifying field
• Previous Head Start, GSRP, preschool, or early childhood classroom experience
• Experience as a Lead Teacher
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• Experience implementing an early childhood curriculum
• Strong classroom management and positive child-guidance skills
• Knowledge of HighScope is a plus

Candidates currently completing an applicable credential or degree program may also be considered if they meet the requirements of our Head Start partnership and applicable licensing requirements.

The Teacher We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who is:

• Loving, patient, dependable, and nurturing
• Engaging and hands-on with children
• Professional and dependable
• Comfortable communicating with families
• Able to plan and implement meaningful learning experiences
• Able to maintain an organized, safe, welcoming classroom
• A strong team player
• Passionate about helping young children succeed

Responsibilities

The Lead Teacher will:

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Create an engaging and nurturing classroom environment
• Implement curriculum with fidelity
• Conduct observations and assessments
• Maintain required classroom documentation
• Build positive relationships with children and families
• Support children's social-emotional development
• Maintain active supervision at all times
• Collaborate with teaching partners, administrators, and Head Start partnership staff
• Participate in required professional development and training

Ready for the Next Step in Your Early Childhood Career?

If you are an experienced early childhood educator looking for an opportunity where your education, experience, and commitment to children are valued, we want to meet you.

Immediate interviews are available for qualified candidates.

Pay: $25.00-$32.00 per hour + $1,000 Sign-On/Retention Bonus

Agape Love Childcare Center

Where Love Is Our Guide And Learning Is Fun.