Head Start Teacher

Mid-Cumberland Community Agency; Woodbury (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Professional development

Meaningful work

Job summary

Mid-Cumberland Community Agency in Woodbury, TN seeks a Head Start Teacher to lead a Head Start classroom, delivering a high-quality early learning environment and fostering the developmental growth of young children.

You will plan lessons, assess each child, engage families through trainings and conferences, maintain health records, and collaborate with staff to ensure compliance with Head Start standards and related regulations. Excellent benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree with Tennessee Pre-K endorsement or equivalent.
• Experience working with preschool children and families.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Head Start classroom.
• Assess each child’s development to support individualized learning.
• Develop and implement lesson plans with diverse materials and activities.
• Engage parents through trainings, volunteer opportunities, and involvement.
• Maintain consistent communication with parents via home visits, conferences, and newsletters.
• Collect and maintain required health records and reports.

Skills

Preschool experience

Parental engagement

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s Degree with Pre-K endorsement (preferred)

Job description

Head Start Teacher

full time Professional Woodbury, TN, US

28 days ago Requisition ID: 1177

Salary Range: $22.88 To $25.36 Hourly

Summary: The Head Start Teacher assumes primary responsibility for a Head Start classroom, ensuring a high-quality learning environment and fostering the developmental growth of young children.

Exceptional Benefits Package

• 100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Dental Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Low-Cost Vision Insurance Available
• 5% Employer Contribution to Your 401(k) After One Year of Service — No Employee Contribution Required
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Meaningful Work Serving Children and Families

Specific Duties of the Job:

• Oversee all day-to-day operations of the Head Start classroom to ensure smooth operation and service delivery.
• Assess each child’s developmental level and use this information to support individualized learning.
• Develop and implement lesson plans with diverse learning materials, activities, and experiences.
• Engage parents in their child’s education through training, volunteer opportunities, and direct involvement.
• Maintain consistent communication with parents through various methods such as home visits, conferences, phone calls, and newsletters.
• Conduct monthly home visits to assist parents in understanding child development and behavioral patterns.
• Support parents in accessing community resources and services as needed.
• Assist parents in problem-solving and address concerns collaboratively.
• Help with meal preparation, cleanup, and dine with children.
• Participate in classroom and center-wide cleaning duties as required.
• Collect and maintain required health records and reports.
• Assist with parent meetings and trainings.
• Recruit children for Head Start and Early Head Start programs.
• Attend and participate in meetings, trainings, and conferences at local, state, and national levels.
• Support efforts to secure volunteer contributions and in-kind donations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable standards, including Head Start Performance Standards, DHS Licensing, CACFP, Department of Health, and NAEYC Accreditation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

Education:

• Minimum Associate Degree (A.A. or A.A.S.) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Prefer Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. / B.S.) with a valid Tennessee Teaching License with a Pre-K endorsement.

Experience:

• Prior experience working with children in a preschool setting.