Head Start Preschool Teacher - Floating Teacher

BERKS COUNTY INTERMEDIATE UNIT; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking a dedicated Head Start Preschool Teacher to implement the curriculum and provide a safe, engaging classroom for preschool children. The role focuses on delivering high-quality early education while meeting individualized education plans (IEPs) and assessing developmental progress.

The position requires an Associate degree in Early Childhood or related field (B.S. in ECE preferred) and the ability to work with diverse families.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development or related field required.
• B.S in Early Childhood Education with ECE certification preferred.
• Ability to work with young children and families of diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Implement early childhood curriculum, include students' IEPs, and conduct assessments appropriate to developmental age levels.
• Organize the classroom space to maximize use of materials and ensure safety.
• Establish rules appropriate to a child’s developmental level using Positive Behavior Support Strategies and manage classroom emergencies.
• Coordinate related services with classroom activities and provide orientation/training for classroom team members.

Skills

IEP familiarity

Curriculum implementation

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood or Child Development

B.S in Early Childhood Education with ECE certification (preferred)

Job description

This website is AudioEye enabled and is being optimized for accessibility. To open the AudioEye Toolbar, press "shift + =". Some assistive technologies may require the use of a passthrough function before this keystroke. For more information, activate the button labeled "Explore your accessibility options".

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Berks County Intermediate Unit

Head Start Preschool Teacher - Floating Teacher JobID: 2495

• Position Type: General Head Start/ Head Start Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/28/2026

Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!
Summary of position: The teacher is responsible for implementing the curriculum and for providing a safe and secure classroom environment that meets the needs of all participating preschool children in program.
Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):

• Implement early childhood curriculum, students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and conduct assessments that are appropriate to the developmental age levels in the class.
• Organize the space in the classroom to make the best use of materials and activities available to provide maximum benefit to the children and maintain safety standards.
• Establish rules appropriate to a child's developmental level using Positive Behavior Support Strategies and exercise authority to handle classroom emergencies.
• Coordinate related services with classroom activities (provide orientation and training for classroom team members).

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development or related field required/ B.S in Early Childhood Education with ECE certification, preferred.
• Ability to perform the following physical activities: stoop, run, sit, stand, walk, bend, lift children, carry thirty (30) pounds, be outside in all seasons, be inside, prepare food, hear within normal ranges, and see within normal ranges.
• Ability to work with and relate to young children and families of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work in harmony with administrative, instructional, and non-instructional personnel.
• Experience in an early childhood setting preferred.

Schedule: 7.5 hours/day, 209 days/year
Salary: Beginning at $27.77/hour (salary based on education level) Per Head Start Salary Scale

Postings current as of 10/31/2026 1:53:27 AM CST.

Need Help?

We're here to help! For questions regarding position qualifications or application procedures, please contact Berks County Intermediate Unit directly.
For technical questions regarding the Applicant Tracking system, please contact the Applicant Tracking help desk using the Request Technical Help link below.