Teacher

Community-Progress-Council-Inc; York (York County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Community Progress Council, Inc. seeks dedicated teachers to join its Head Start program in York County. You will deliver high-quality early childhood education, partner with families, and support children’s growth across multiple sites.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in related fields and bring strong communication skills, cultural responsiveness, and a commitment to professional development. This role requires flexibility for program events and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Child and Family Studies, or Elementary Education, plus at least one year of experience with preschool children.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedures in English; bilingual skills in Spanish, Haitian-Creole, or Arabic desirable.
• Strong verbal skills to present information and write clear reports.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite in a Windows environment preferred.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding children and family information.
• Willingness to participate in agency task forces and work groups.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in early childhood education.
• Flexibility to adjust work schedule for program functions and parent needs.
• Reliable transportation to multiple sites in York County; possible start at different locations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Champion the mission and vision of Head Start of York County and CPC through service and advocacy.
• Apply best practices in child development and positive behavior guidance.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and culturally responsive classroom.
• Collaborate with families and colleagues to plan meaningful learning experiences.
• Maintain a consistent daily routine with interactive activities and transitions.
• Organize materials and adapt environments for diverse needs.
• Strengthen family engagement through conferences and home visits.
• Use assessment tools to track development and coordinate support.
• Maintain timely lesson plans, observations, and child records.
• Integrate health, nutrition, and family services into daily learning.
• Conduct routine health checks and report concerns promptly.
• Support and mentor assistant teachers with professionalism.

Skills

Communication

Relationships

Inclusion

Community Focus

Influence

Quality Results

Education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education

Associate degree considered

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Are you a passionate educator ready to inspire the next generation? Do you thrive in energetic classroom environments and want to make a meaningful difference for children and families? Community Progress Council is growing, and we’re excited to welcome dedicated Teachers to join our team.

If you bring a strong work ethic, value collaboration, and are motivated by a mission that strengthens families and transforms communities, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

At CPC, we go beyond the classroom. Our integrated approach includes Family Coaches, Positive Behavior Intervention Specialists, Instructional Support, and Health & Nutrition Education experts—all working together to create a nurturing, inclusive, and impactful learning experience for children and families. Through clear boundaries, effective behavior strategies, and play-based learning, we ensure every child can thrive.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Mission-Driven: Champion the vision and mission of Head Start of York County and Community Progress Council, Inc. through dedicated service and advocacy for children and families.
• Early Childhood Expertise: Apply best practices in child development, early learning, and positive behavior guidance to support every child's growth.
• Positive Learning Environment: Create a safe, welcoming, and culturally responsive classroom that encourages respect, curiosity, and active engagement.
• Collaborative Teaching: Partner with families and colleagues to plan meaningful learning experiences that build language, problem-solving, and social-emotional skills.
• Structured & Engaging Instruction: Maintain a consistent daily routine that includes interactive group activities, music, outdoor learning, and smooth transitions.
• Intentional Preparation: Organize materials and adapt learning environments to meet the diverse needs of individual children and groups.
• Family Partnership: Strengthen family engagement through conferences, home visits, education activities, and shared goal-setting for children's success.
• Assessment & Support: Use assessment tools to track development, identify needs, and collaborate with families and staff to provide appropriate support.
• Accurate Documentation: Maintain timely and compliant lesson plans, observations, and child records.
• Whole-Child Approach: Integrate health, nutrition, family services, and social-emotional learning into daily classroom experiences.
• Health & Safety Focus: Conduct routine health checks and promptly report concerns to ensure child well-being and protection.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Support and guide assistant teachers while modeling professionalism, flexibility, accountability, and excellence in early childhood education.

Key Competencies:

• Communication: Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
• Relationships: Builds rapport and relates well to others.
• Inclusion: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Community Focus: Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill the needs of CPC participants.
• Influence: Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations.
• Quality Results: Strives to meet or exceed goals; delivers a high- value experience for children and families.

Requirements

Education and Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Child and Family Studies, or Elementary Education, plus at least one year of experience working with preschool children. An associate degree in these fields may be considered.
• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals in English. Bilingual skills in Spanish, Haitian-Creole, or Arabic are desirable.
• Communication: Strong verbal skills to effectively present information to groups and write clear reports and correspondence.
• Technology: Experience with Microsoft Office Suite in a Windows environment preferred.
• Confidentiality: Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding children and family information.
• Engagement: Willingness to actively participate in agency task forces and work groups to advance Head Start goals.
• Professional Growth: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with early childhood education strategies.
• Flexibility: Ability to adjust work schedule for program functions and parent needs.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation to multiple sites throughout York County; regular and timely attendance is essential. May be required to start the workday at different locations without additional travel compensation.
• Customer Service: Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills to provide exceptional service to families and colleagues.

Why Join Us?

At Community Progress Council, Inc., we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families in our community.

Our benefits include, but are not limited to medical, paid dental, and paid vision coverage the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment, 401(k) retirement plan with 3% match, generous paid time off, 10 company-paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, and tuition reimbursement for staff.

EOE