Head Start Pre K Counts Teacher

Keystone Human Services; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for dedicated Pre K Counts Teachers to join their mission of enhancing children's lives. This role involves collaborating with a diverse team to deliver a high-quality educational program for young children. You will have the opportunity to create and implement lesson plans, engage families, and ensure a safe learning environment. Enjoy a competitive salary with summers off, alongside a robust benefits package that supports your professional growth and well-being. If you have a passion for teaching and making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and valid teaching certificate required.
• Experience with young children and intermediate computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans for children ages 3-5.
• Ensure health and safety of children while promoting progress.

Skills

Experience working with young children

Passion and enthusiasm for teaching

Intermediate computer skills

Ability to use Microsoft Word and Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Valid PA teaching certificate in early childhood education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Capital Area Head Start is seeking Pre K Counts Teachers to join our mission of making a difference in the lives of children, empowering parents, and strengthening families.

As a Head Start Pre K Counts Teacher, you will work with an inclusive team to deliver a high-quality, curriculum-based educational program for children ages 3-5. Responsibilities include developing and implementing lesson and individualized service plans, approaching child development through family engagement and community partnerships, ensuring the health and safety of children, and maintaining outcomes while promoting progress in accordance with Head Start standards.

Pre K Counts Teachers work 10 months out of the year and enjoy summers off while earning a minimum of $36.71 per hour. Schedules are based according to the school year and include 1576 work hours. Additional benefits include a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, and more!

Capital Area Head Start values professional growth and wellbeing. Our team benefits from extensive training and learning opportunities, career development and advancement, tuition reimbursement per eligibility guidelines, and health and wellness programs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid PA teaching certificate in early childhood education
• Experience working with young children
• Intermediate computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and learn web-based systems
• Valid driver’s license and access to a properly insured vehicle, or public transportation
• Successful completion of pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse and FBI clearances
• Passion, enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to make a difference
• Experience in Head Start or Early Head Start is preferred

Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.