Head Start Teacher — Build Bright Futures for 3–5

Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Tuition assistance

403(b) plus employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties seeks a Head Start Teacher to manage a learning environment for ages 3–5, reporting to the Center Director. You will implement curriculum, develop lesson plans and coordinate with staff and families to support child development.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with CSS to align curriculum with policies and goals. Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Development is required, with CPR/First Aid certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate word-processing software, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to assess health and behaviors of children by sight and sound.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and policies.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Ability to respect confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow verbal or written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage and organize the classroom to create and encourage a positive learning environment.
• Assess and track student developmental progress, enrichment opportunities and daily experiences and provide feedback to parents.
• Coordinate, schedule and complete parent-teacher conferences and individual home visits.
• Follow prescribed curriculum as outlined in content area plans, policies and procedures and curriculum guides.
• Plan, prepare and present daily instructional activities/lesson plans coordinating with co-teacher, Teacher Aide and/or parents/guardians.
• Prepare and implement an individualized curriculum for all children including IEP/IFSP goals.
• Ensure safety in performing all job responsibilities; adhere to all safety policies in alignment with Head Start/Day Care licensing standards.
• Maintain clean and safe work area in the classroom and playground areas.
• Ensure reports and subsequent documentation is submitted within appropriate timeframes for incident/accidents, ensure daily health checks are completed for students.
• Manage and coordinate volunteer activities for the classroom ensuring appropriate background checks have been completed.
• Encourage parents to complete required physical, dental and health screen offerings in a timely manner.
• Maintain appropriate records of classroom activities and child development.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom in alignment with prescribed policies and procedures.
• Work with Center Director and CSS to ensure curriculum is met with approvals prior to delivery.
• Maintain and protect confidential information pertaining to staff, students and families.
• Schedule and organize time and materials to manage classroom, attend meetings and complete required reports/documentation.
• Ensure activities from all content areas are integrated into the classroom.
• Complete child observations; retain reports/documentation weekly.
• Maintain custodial duties in classroom and Head Start Center.
• Serve as a model while brushing teeth daily.
• Complete Point of Serves, Family Style Meals
• All employees are expected to adhere to OWBC ethics expectations
• Must be able to cooperate and work effectively with others
• Must be diplomatic, honest and fair
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
• Perform other duties as assigned or as they become apparent

Skills

Word processing

Teamwork

Child observation

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Time management

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Instruction following

Education

Bachelor's degree in Childhood Development/Early Childhood Education

Job description

Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties seeks a Head Start Teacher to manage a learning environment for ages 3–5, reporting to the Center Director. You will implement curriculum, develop lesson plans and coordinate with staff and families to support child development.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with CSS to align curriculum with policies and goals. Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Development is required, with CPR/First Aid certifications preferred.