Head Start: Part-Time Early Childhood Associate Teacher

University of Kansas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking a Part-Time Early Head Start/Head Start Associate Teacher to join the Project Eagle program in Kansas City, KS. Work with the teaching team to deliver developmentally appropriate activities for children birth to five, under the guidance of a lead teacher.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, engaging families, and ensuring compliance with Head Start standards, while fostering a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or closely related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or closely related field is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities and environment.
• Collaborate with the teacher to develop individualized lesson plans for children 6 weeks through age 5.
• Assist in maintaining safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom conditions and family engagement activities.
• Follow Head Start regulations and agency curriculum to support school readiness.

Job description

The University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking a Part-Time Early Head Start/Head Start Associate Teacher to join the Project Eagle program in Kansas City, KS. Work with the teaching team to deliver developmentally appropriate activities for children birth to five, under the guidance of a lead teacher.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, engaging families, and ensuring compliance with Head Start standards, while fostering a safe, nurturing learning environment.