Head Start Teacher: Early Childhood Leader (Ages 3-5)

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation; Wapato (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation seeks a Teacher for Head Start in Wapato. The position manages a classroom of up to twenty children aged 3–5, delivering developmentally appropriate instruction under Head Start Performance Standards.

The role requires training in early childhood education, strong knowledge of child development, and commitment to culturally responsive teaching, family engagement, and collaboration with staff and specialists.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education and two years of teaching experience.
• Knowledge of WA ECE Guidelines and Head Start Standards.
• Experience with culturally responsive teaching and Yakama language integration.
• Ability to engage families and coordinate with specialists.
• Follows Head Start Performance Standards and related policies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons for 3–5 year olds.
• Deliver high-quality, culturally responsive classroom instruction.
• Collaborate with specialists, coordinators and consultants to provide integrated services.
• Lead family engagement activities and conduct regular parent conferences.
• Supervise teacher assistants and substitutes as needed.
• Maintain health, safety and record-keeping per program guidelines.

Skills

Early childhood development

WA ECE guidelines

Head Start standards

Culturally responsive teaching

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Classroom management

Family engagement

Education

Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Job description

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation seeks a Teacher for Head Start in Wapato. The position manages a classroom of up to twenty children aged 3–5, delivering developmentally appropriate instruction under Head Start Performance Standards.

The role requires training in early childhood education, strong knowledge of child development, and commitment to culturally responsive teaching, family engagement, and collaboration with staff and specialists.