Preschool Teacher

Union County Community Action, Inc; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for PSLF

Health Insurance through BCBSNC

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) (Eligibility after one year)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Referral Program

Professional development

Meaningful work

Job summary

Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) is seeking passionate early childhood educators to join our Head Start team in Monroe, North Carolina.

The Teacher will lead a preschool classroom serving 3- and 4-year-old children, creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. Starting rate is up to $20.56 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30am to 3:30pm.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field.
• North Carolina State BK-Teacher’s Certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Create engaging learning environments and centers.
• Monitor and assess children’s developmental progress.
• Maintain accurate classroom and child assessment records.
• Partner with families through conferences, communication, and home visits.
• Supervise children in classroom, outdoor, and meal settings.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers, specialists, and support staff.
• Support children’s social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and CACFP requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development

North Carolina State BK-Teacher’s Certification

Job description

Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) is seeking passionate early childhood educators to join our Head Start team. The Teacher will lead a preschool classroom serving 3- and 4-year-old children in the Head Start program while creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. This position partners with families to promote school readiness and lifelong success. Work Location: Monroe, Union County, NC. www.uccainc.org/careers

Starting Rate: Up to $20.56 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday 7:30am-3:30pm (40 hours/week)

Why Join UCCA?

• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through BCBSNC
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) (Eligibility is after one year of employment)
• Paid Time Off (Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Holidays)
• Tuition Assistance opportunities
• Referral Program
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Meaningful work serving children and families in our community

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• Create engaging learning environments and functional learning centers
• Monitor and assess children’s developmental progress
• Maintain accurate classroom and child assessment records
• Partner with families through conferences, communication, and home visits
• Supervise children in classroom, outdoor, and meal settings
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers, specialists, and support staff
• Support children’s social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and CACFP requirements

Qualifications

• Teacher I- Associate’s Degree (A.A.) in Early Childhood Development or related field from an accredited two-year college or technical school
• Teacher II- Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) in Early Childhood Development or related field from an accredited four-year college or university
• Teacher III- Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Early Child Development or equivalent from a four-year college or university; North Carolina State BK-Teacher’s Certification, and one to two years’ related experience and/or training
• Experience working in preschool or early childhood setting
• Child Care Credentials I & II (EDU 119) required, or ability to obtain
• CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and staff
• Valid driver’s license required

Physical Requirements

Must be able to actively supervise young children, move throughout classroom environments, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Join a team committed to empowering children and strengthening families through high-quality early childhood education services.

*The above description is not a comprehensive listing of all job specific responsibilities, tasks, and duties.