Head Start Teacher: Nurturing Early Learners & Families

Wyoming Child and Family Development; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyoming Child and Family Development is seeking a dedicated teacher to plan and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children aged birth to five, aligned with Head Start outcomes and Wyoming standards. You will partner with parents to reinforce their child's first teacher, ensuring inclusive practices for children with disabilities and dual language learners.

Responsibilities include supervising paraeducators, creating safe classrooms, and using assessments to guide

Qualifications

• Must work well with 3-5 year olds and diverse families.
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to children, families, and staff in various settings.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Create a safe, nurturing classroom with effective behavior management.
• Use ongoing assessments to tailor instruction for school readiness.
• Maintain accurate documentation of lesson plans and progress records.
• Collaborate with families to set and support individualized goals.

Skills

Family engagement

Bilingual preferred

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Wyoming Child and Family Development is seeking a dedicated teacher to plan and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children aged birth to five, aligned with Head Start outcomes and Wyoming standards. You will partner with parents to reinforce their child's first teacher, ensuring inclusive practices for children with disabilities and dual language learners.

Responsibilities include supervising paraeducators, creating safe classrooms, and using assessments to guide