Lead Teacher - Early Head Start (45258)

St. Anne's; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to transforming lives and communities. As a Lead Teacher, you'll play a crucial role in providing high-quality early childhood education for children from prenatal to age 5. This position involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with standards, and fostering family engagement. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values your insights and supports your professional growth. With a focus on making a difference in families' lives, this role offers the chance to contribute to a meaningful mission while enjoying work-life flexibility and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Medical Benefits

Dental and Vision Insurance

Chiropractic Services

403(b) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required.
• 2+ years of experience in a licensed childcare center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Head Start center.
• Coordinate curriculum planning and classroom observations.
• Engage families in their children's learning and development.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Planning

Staff Supervision

Family Engagement

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

California Child Development Site Supervisor permit

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Maryland - Los Angeles, CA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $69500.00 - $69500.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: Up to 10%

Job Category: Education

Application Deadline: This position will close to new applicants on May 19, 2025.
We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible, as applications will not be accepted after this date.

Join us at St. Anne’s Family Services: Making a Difference in Families' Lives

About Us: St. Anne's Family Services is dedicated to transforming lives and communities. We're committed to providing unwavering support to families, from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood. Our work brings about life-changing transformation, and we're seeking a Lead Teacher to join our team and be a vital part of this mission.

Why Choose Us:

• Making a Difference: Every day, you'll contribute to breaking the cycles of poverty and ensuring families stay together, creating a lasting impact by supporting our teams.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate team dedicated to our mission, where your insights and expertise are valued.
• Professional Growth: We support your career development and offer training to help you grow.
• Community Impact: Become part of a trauma informed organization that makes a positive difference.
• Work-Life Flexibility: We offer hybrid schedules for many roles and a 9/80 work schedule.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary: $69,500 annually
• Paid Time Off: 10 paid holidays, and a generous PTO policy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical, Non-Stop Benefits Card (we pay for most medical services and copays!)
• Dental, and Vision Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Chiropractic and Acupuncture services, 20+ visits per year
• Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 403(b) Company Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• And more!

Compensation: In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Role Summary: The Lead Teacher plays a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality early childhood education for children prenatal to age 5. This position oversees day-to-day operations of a Head Start/Early Head Start center, supervises teaching staff, ensures compliance with licensing and performance standards, and supports a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment. The Lead Teacher also fosters strong family engagement and contributes to staff development and program improvement.

• Schedule:Monday – Friday, 07:00 AM – 04:00 PM
• Location: 1317 Maryland St. Los Angeles, CA 90017

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily center operations, ensuring compliance with Head Start/Early Head Start standards and leading teaching staff through supervision, coaching, and evaluation.
• Coordinate curriculum planning, lesson plan review, and classroom observations to ensure high-quality instruction aligned with school readiness goals.
• Conduct staff performance evaluations, facilitate professional development, and provide ongoing mentorship to promote effective teaching practices.
• Maintain program compliance through accurate documentation, classroom assessments, and adherence to licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Engage families in their children's learning through conferences, developmental updates, and activities that promote parent involvement and advocacy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, Child Development of related field required
• California Child Development Site Supervisor permit required
• 2 units of adult supervision, including core classes, and:
  • For Early Head Start: 24 ECE/CHDV units and 6+ Infant/Toddler units
  • For Head Start: 24 ECE/CHDV and 6+ units Administration
• 2+ years’ experience teaching and administrative experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable childcare group program serving children ages 0-5 years
• 2+ years of supervisory experience is highly preferred

St. Anne's Family Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply!