Teacher

East Missouri Action Agency; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Retirement Employer Contribution

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation & Wellness Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

East Missouri Action Agency is seeking a Teacherin Head Start to lead classroom activities, manage daily operations, and design plans to meet each child’s needs. Candidates should have at least an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and work toward a degree within three years; preschool experience is preferred.

A valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable car are required. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a starting pay range of $17.75-$20.50 per

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have an Associate in Early Childhood Education or related field and work to achieve a degree within three years.
• Experience in pre-school or Early Childhood education preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and reliable automobile required.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall classroom management and teaching.
• Design and implement work plans to meet children's needs.
• Communicate effectively with families and staff.
• Follow Health and Safety procedures and Head Start policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Driver's license

Work in team

Education

Associate in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

East Missouri Action Agency has an opening for a Teacherin Head Start. This position is responsible for providing overall classroom management, including, but not limited to: teaching, problem solving, organization and emergency procedures. Designs and implements work plan to meet children's individual needs.
Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and possess at a minimum an Associate in Early Childhood Education or related field and work to achieve a degree within three years of employment. Must have experience in pre-school or Early Childhood education. A valid driver's license, proof of insurance and a reliable automobile is required. This position requires good written and oral communication skills, the ability to lift up to 25 pounds easily and the ability to work in a moderate to loud environment. Must pass an annual physical and TB test and be able to attend training as required by the Federal and State Government and local Head Start policies.
This position works 40 hours per week (Monday through Friday). The starting pay range for this position is $17.75 - $20.50/hour with an excellent benefit package that includes the following:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Options (after 60 days)
• $25,000 of Employer Paid Life Insurance (after 60 days)
• Voluntary Life Insurance Options
• 403(b) Retirement Employee Contribution Option
• 403(b) Retirement Employer Contribution (after 1 year)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation & Wellness Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Insurance Options through Globe Life
• Summer and Christmas Break

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check. EMAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify.