Head Start Teacher

Child Care Associates; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Care Associates is seeking a Head Start Teacher to plan and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support children’s growth across domains. You will maintain a safe, engaging classroom and partner with families to support school readiness.

You will implement Head Start curriculum areas, assess progress, and guide staff and volunteers while complying with Performance Standards and licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with 18 ECE credits.
• Proven classroom experience with preschool to EC–4.
• Strong written and verbal communication with families and staff.
• Solid understanding of child development and language abilities.
• Proficient with computers and digital tools for instruction and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Create a safe, engaging classroom environment.
• Integrate Head Start curriculum areas including health and nutrition.
• Observe and document children’s development with ongoing assessments.
• Build partnerships with families through regular communication.
• Guide classroom staff and volunteers.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Standards and Licensing.
• Maintain IDPs and classroom resource materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Digital literacy

Child development knowledge

Enthusiasm for children

Education

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Computers & digital tools

Job description

Child Care Associates is an equal opportunity employer who offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, mental or physical disability, political affiliation, beliefs, protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws, or any other protected class.

The Head Start Teacher plans and delivers developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support children’s intellectual, physical, social-emotional, and school readiness growth. This role ensures a safe, engaging classroom environment, integrates Head Start curriculum areas, and maintains accurate assessments and records. The Teacher builds strong partnerships with families, guides classroom staff and volunteers, ensures compliance with standards, and participates in ongoing professional development.

• Plan and implement daily, developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support children's intellectual, physical, and school readiness growth
• Create and maintain a safe, healthy, and engaging classroom environment
• Design activities that foster social and emotional development
• Implement a predetermined curriculum, integrating Head Start content areas including health, nutrition, and parent engagement
• Observe and document children's development through ongoing assessment and accurate record-keeping
• Incorporate technology and creative activities to encourage self-expression and exploration
• Facilitate both indoor and outdoor activities that promote gross and fine motor development
• Deliver learning experiences that support cognitive, language, and communication development
• Build strong relationships with families through regular communication, home visits, and parent conferences
• Contribute to the development and upkeep of Individualized Development Plans (IDPs) and classroom resource materials
• Supervise and support children during routines such as meals, hygiene, rest, and play
• Guide, observe, and provide direction to teacher assistants and classroom volunteers
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards
• Actively participate in professional development, including required in-service training and workshops
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom and learning materials
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field, including at least 18 credit hours in early childhood coursework.
• Proven classroom experience teaching preschool-aged children or students in grades EC–4.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with colleagues, families, and stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of child development and human behavior, with both expressive and receptive language abilities.
• Ability to design and deliver creative, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Proficient in the use of computers and digital tools for communication, instruction, and documentation.
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with young children and fostering their growth and development.
• Must meet all health and safety requirements, including:
  • Passing a pre-employment and/or periodic physical exam
  • Annual TB screening
  • Background check and renewals as required

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to walk at a fast pace for extended periods of time.
• Participate and incorporate brisk ten (10) minute walks with children into daily routine/lesson plans.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to twist, turn, kneel, bend, and stoop multiple times per day.
• Must be able to sit on the floor and interact with small children.
• Must be able to perform physical activities with children.
• Must be able to monitor children’s safety in all activities.