Head Teacher (Head Start) – August Start

SUMMIT Early Learning; Lewistown (PA); On-site; USD 24,948 - 27,317; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Paid training hours

Assigned mentor

Job summary

SUMMIT Early Learning is seeking a Head Teacher for the Lewistown Children's Center. This full-time position offers a competitive wage between $18.11 to $19.83 per hour based on education level. The role includes leading a preschool classroom, supporting children's development, and creating a structured learning environment. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available, structured to support new teachers from day one. The ideal candidate will have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Experience in early childhood/classroom settings is preferred.
• Strong communication and classroom leadership skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead a preschool classroom aligned with Head Start standards.
• Support children's development in social, emotional, and academic areas.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Classroom leadership

Passion for working with children

Education

Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

Related degree with 30 ECE credits

Job description

Join a Mission-Driven Program with Stability, Support, and Growth.

We are hiring a Head Teacher for our August program start—and we’re doing things differently.

If you’re looking for a stable, federally funded program, a supportive team with mentorship and a structured onboarding experience (not "figure it out on your own"), this is the role for you.

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus (Structured for Your Success)

We’ve designed our bonus to support you from day one—not months later:

• $500 after you start in August and complete onboarding/training (paid on your first paycheck)
• $1,500 after 30 days of successful employment
• $1,000 after successful completion of your provisional period
• Plus: Paid training hours before and at the start of the role

You won’t be on your own. We provide an assigned mentor before you even start, ongoing support through your first months and a structured onboarding and training plan. We stay connected with you before your first day, so you feel prepared and confident walking in.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required education: Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, or an associate’s degree in a related field (child development, special education, elementary education or human services) with 30 early childhood education credits. Experience in early childhood/classroom settings is preferred. Strong communication, classroom leadership skills and a passion for working with children and families a must.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead a preschool classroom aligned with Head Start standards, support children’s development across social, emotional, and academic areas, create a safe, engaging, and structured learning environment and partner with families and program staff.

LOCATION

LEWISTOWN CHILDREN’S CENTER, Lewistown, PA

HOURS & SALARY

Full-time (40 hours/week, 200 days/year), Monday – Friday. Wage per hour is $18.11–$19.83 per hour depending upon level of education.

RATE OF PAY

Associate Degree in ECE or related field: $18.11 per hour

Bachelor’s Degree in ECE or related field: $19.83 per hour