Head Start Teacher - Early Childhood (0-3) Growth

HS-FONWOOD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education in Houston, TX seeks a Teacher - Head Start (3-5 yrs) to provide learning activities and oversee development in accordance with Head Start standards. Must uphold child safety, confidentiality, and program quality.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education with relevant credit hours, or an Infant/Toddler CDA; CDA pathway with timelines is acceptable. On-site, full-time role with bilingual bonus noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with 18 ECE credit hours.
• Associate degree in ECE with 18 ECE credits.
• Infant Toddler CDA credential or CDA enrollment with timelines.
• Knowledge of Head Start standards and child development practices.

Responsibilities

• Role model program mission and child growth practices.
• Screen new enrollees within 45 days.
• Create engaging, positive, interactive instructional environments.
• Develop and implement lesson plans with individualized goals.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and share progress with parents.
• Maintain child safety and confidentiality; supervise appropriately.
• Attend home visits and parent-teacher conferences; gather input.
• Collaborate with parents, staff, and community partners to support school readiness.
• Ensure child files are complete and accurate.

Skills

Communication

MS Word

MS Excel

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field w/ 18 credit hours in ECE

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education w/ 18 credit hours in ECE

Infant Toddler CDA credential

Enrolled in Infant Toddler CDA program with coursework completed within 12 months

Job description

Harris County Department of Education in Houston, TX seeks a Teacher - Head Start (3-5 yrs) to provide learning activities and oversee development in accordance with Head Start standards. Must uphold child safety, confidentiality, and program quality.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education with relevant credit hours, or an Infant/Toddler CDA; CDA pathway with timelines is acceptable. On-site, full-time role with bilingual bonus noted.