Head Start Teacher Advocate — Inspire Early Learning

Neighborimpact; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

NeighborImpact seeks a Head Start Teacher Advocate in Bend, Oregon, to support early education across classroom and home settings. You will plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, align with the Head Start Outcomes Framework, and collaborate with families to drive children’s readiness for school.

The role requires a minimum associate degree in ECE or equivalent, with coursework, plus ongoing family engagement and community collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: associate’s degree in early childhood education or related field with at least 35 college quarter credit hours in ECE.
• Alternatively, Step 9 in the Oregon Registry Online qualifies as AA in ECE through 12/31/2025.
• Diploma, transcripts, or certificate must be submitted to verify degree and coursework.
• Must complete Teaching Strategies GOLD inter-rater reliability within 90 days of hire.
• Flexible work schedule; may include evenings/weekends.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and ride a school bus with children.
• Health exam required before hire and periodic re-examinations as needed.
• Valid driver’s license; proof of auto insurance; Food Handler’s Card; CBR enrollment; reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum across classroom and in-home settings.
• Foster school readiness in line with Head Start Outcomes Framework.
• Collaborate with families to set and monitor individual goals.
• Assess child progress and support transitions to kindergarten.
• Maintain regular family contact and conduct home visits.
• Coordinate services to support children's holistic development.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Oregon Registry Online Step 9 (AA in ECE)

Job description

NeighborImpact seeks a Head Start Teacher Advocate in Bend, Oregon, to support early education across classroom and home settings. You will plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, align with the Head Start Outcomes Framework, and collaborate with families to drive children’s readiness for school.

The role requires a minimum associate degree in ECE or equivalent, with coursework, plus ongoing family engagement and community collaboration.