Teacher

Ozark Action, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozark Action, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Head Start Teacher at the Thayer Head Start in Thayer, Missouri. Rate of Pay: Credentialed (Rg 13) $16.21; Teacher I (Rg 12) $17.30; Teacher II (Rg 11) $18.37; Teacher III (Rg 10) $19.46 per hour. Non-credentialed staff start at Range 14– $15.13 per hour.

Responsibilities include promoting social, emotional, and educational development, supporting families, and directing classroom staff. Applications accepted through 09/29/2026; EOE.

Qualifications

• Credentialed EHS Teacher—High School Diploma or HiSET and Infant-Toddler CDA or equivalent.
• Credentialed Teacher—High School Diploma or HiSET and Preschool CDA or equivalent.
• Teacher I—EHS/HS with Associate Degree in Early Childhood or equivalent coursework.
• Teacher II—EHS/HS with Bachelor’s Degree + 12 ECE credits; Infant-Toddler coursework for EHS.
• Teacher III—EHS/HS with Master’s Degree + 12 ECE credits; Infant-Toddler coursework for EHS.

Responsibilities

• Meet established child development outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Contribute to team effort.
• Promote the Head Start program.
• Develop professional and technical knowledge.

Education

High School Diploma or HiSET

Infant-Toddler CDA

Preschool CDA

Associate Degree in Early Childhood

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or related field

Master’s Degree in Early Childhood or related field

Job description

Ozark Action, Inc. has immediate opening for a Head Start Teacher at the Thayer Head Start in Thayer, Missouri.

Rate of Pay:Credentialed (Rg 13) $16.21; Teacher I (Rg 12) $17.30 per hour; Teacher II (Rg 11) $18.37 per hour; Teacher III (Rg 10) $19.46 per hour

*Non-credentialed staff would start at Range 14– $15.13 per hour*

Objectives

To promote the social, emotional, and educational development of children and to provide support and guidance to parents and families to integrate classroom activities with home activities and to assist families in meeting the ongoing needs of the children. To provide direction to classroom support staff.

Education and Experience

Credentialed EHS Teacher—High School Diploma or HiSET and Infant-Toddler CDA, or comparable credentials.

Credentialed Teacher—High School Diploma or HiSET and Preschool CDA, or comparable credentials.

Teacher I—EHS and HS—Associates Degree in Early Childhood or Equivalent Coursework approved by Director that meets Head Start Performance Standards. Infant-Toddler specific coursework required for EHS placement.

Teacher II—EHS and HS—Baccalaureate Degree in Early childhood or related field with minimum of 12 Early childhood credits. Infant-Toddler specific coursework required for EHS placement.

Teacher III—EHS and HS—Master’s Degree in early Childhood or related field with a minimum of 12 Early Childhood credits. Infant-Toddler specific coursework required for EHS placement.

Specific Responsibilities

• Meet established child development outcomes; ability to stand, sit, crawl, climb, kneel, walk, carry, balance, stoop, see, hear, talk, and lift.
• Ensure compliance with program regulations and standards; Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Contribute to team effort.
• Promote the Head Start program.
• Develop professional and technical knowledge.

OAI is accepting applications now through Tuesday, September 29, 2026 @ 2:00 p.m. Applications on file and any received prior to closing must be able to provide verification of education and work history, background screening, fingerprint screening, drug screening, daycare physical, and TB test/Assessment. Posting expires 12/29/2026.

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD—Missouri Relay Number is 1-800-735-2966 or dial 711 for assistance.

OAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.