Head Start Teacher

Families First of Minnesota; Rochester (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Families First of Minnesota is seeking Head Start Teachers for full-time and part-time roles in Rochester. The position involves implementing curriculum, supervising staff, and planning educational activities. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and a passion for child development.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Long-term disability

403(b) retirement savings

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Personal holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Must meet Head Start Teacher qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for classroom and implementing curriculum based on children's needs.
• Supervises the Assistant Teacher and Program Assistant.

Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Head Start Teacher Position

Are you a self-starter? Are you someone who likes making a difference in children's lives in a high-quality preschool program that focuses on parent and child development?

Then Families First of Minnesota is the place for you!

We are looking for Head Start Teachers for full-time and part-time positions in multiple locations in Rochester.

This position is primarily responsible for the classroom and implementing curriculum based on the children and families' needs and interests. This includes, but is not limited to, weekly lesson and activity planning based on approved curriculum, screening children's educational goals, and implementing individualized plans. The position supervises the Assistant Teacher and Program Assistant in their assigned classroom.

Qualifications

This position requires a minimum of an Associate's degree (A.A.) in Early Childhood Education or a related field with qualifying coursework or experience in an early childhood setting. Head Start and Families First of Minnesota offer continuing education opportunities for individuals seeking to obtain an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. The individual must meet Head Start Teacher qualifications.

This exempt position is scheduled for 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, between 7:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., with occasional evening events. Compensation starts at $26.53/hour, based on education level. Benefits include health insurance, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, and 403(b) retirement savings, along with paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and personal holidays.

Head Start parents are encouraged to apply and will be given preference based on qualifications.

About Us

Families First of Minnesota, formerly known as Child Care Resource and Referral, is a non-profit organization committed to ensuring positive beginnings for all young children and their families. For over 50 years, Families First has served as a resource for families, children, childcare professionals, and early education programs in Southeast Minnesota. Our programs include Head Start, Early Head Start, School Readiness, Child Care Aware, Early Learning Scholarships, Crisis Nursery, and Child Care Consultation. Families First of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to creating a multicultural, bias-free organization.