Lead EHS Teacher, Early Head Start (0-3)

EASTCONN Killingly Early Head Start & Head Start; Killingly (CT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan participation

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

EASTCONN Killingly Early Head Start & Head Start in Killingly, CT, is seeking an EHS Teacher to lead a teaching team and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children aged 0–3. The role emphasizes family engagement, CTELDS alignment, and a collaborative, safe learning environment throughout the full-year program.

Responsibilities include staff supervision, planning lessons, maintaining records, and ensuring program compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• 3–5 years related work experience.
• Knowledge of CTELDS and Head Start regulations.
• Ability to supervise and guide classroom team; conduct annual staff evaluations.
• Strong communication with families and supervisor; collaboration with team.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, preparing and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for 0–3 year olds.
• Maintain a safe, healthy classroom environment and involve families in the child’s learning.
• Supervise, support and evaluate classroom team members; conduct annual evaluations.
• Observe and document children's progress; plan interventions and referrals as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start, CT regulations and EASTCONN policies; attend meetings and trainings.

Skills

Early childhood education knowledge

Family engagement

Leadership & supervision

CTELDS knowledge

Discretion & confidentiality

Organizational skills

Parent conferences

Transportation access

Computer skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

EASTCONN Killingly Early Head Start & Head Start in Killingly, CT, is seeking an EHS Teacher to lead a teaching team and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children aged 0–3. The role emphasizes family engagement, CTELDS alignment, and a collaborative, safe learning environment throughout the full-year program.

Responsibilities include staff supervision, planning lessons, maintaining records, and ensuring program compliance.