Head Start Teacher: Nurturing Young Learners & Families

Community Action of South Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action of South Mississippi seeks staff for its Head Start program to support development across social, emotional, physical, and cognitive domains. The role emphasizes safety, welfare, and strong family engagement in all program aspects.

Candidates should have an associate, baccalaureate, or higher degree in early childhood education (or related coursework with preschool experience) and at least 6 months of experience with infants/toddlers.

Qualifications

• Associate, baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education (or related coursework with preschool experience).
• Minimum 6 months experience working with infants and toddlers in a daycare setting.
• Transcripts required to validate educational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of Head Start children across social, emotional, physical and cognitive domains.
• Promote family engagement in all aspects of the program and ensure child safety and welfare.
• Supervise and monitor children at all times to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Infant/toddler development

Classroom supervision

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor degree with Early Childhood Education coursework

Teach For America program participation with Praxis II

Job description

Community Action of South Mississippi seeks staff for its Head Start program to support development across social, emotional, physical, and cognitive domains. The role emphasizes safety, welfare, and strong family engagement in all program aspects.

Candidates should have an associate, baccalaureate, or higher degree in early childhood education (or related coursework with preschool experience) and at least 6 months of experience with infants/toddlers.