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Head Start Teacher

Economic Opportunity Commission of Nassau County, Inc.
Date Posted: 05/30/2025
Location: Multiple Sites, New York
Salary/Wage: $44,000 - $47,000 a year
Job Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Description:

Position Summary
We are seeking a passionate and qualified Head Start Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of each child.

 

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with Head Start Performance Standards and the Early Learning Outcomes Framework.

  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment conducive to learning.

  • Observe, assess, and document children's progress; use data to inform instruction.

  • Collaborate with parents and families to support children's development and learning.

  • Supervise and mentor teacher assistants and volunteers.

  • Participate in ongoing professional development and training sessions.

  • Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including health and safety protocols.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with at least 12 credits in Early Childhood Education.

  • Minimum of one year of experience teaching young children in an accredited/licensed early childhood program.

  • Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with New York State Certification.

  • Experience with Head Start or similar early childhood education programs.

  • Proficiency in a second language is a plus.

Minimum Education Level: Associate's Degree
Preferred Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Application Instructions:

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, copy of college degree and unofficial college transcript to Corde' Lights at clights@eoc-nassau.org.

For more information about our organization and other employment opportunities, please visit our website: www.eoc-nassau.org

Additional Information:

Benefits: Health insurance, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, generous paid time off, professional development assistance, employee assistance program, health savings account/flexible spending account and more


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