Preschool Teacher

Union County Community Action, Inc•Hamlet, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) is hiring a Preschool Teacher for classrooms serving 3- and 4-year-old children at its Hamlet, Richmond County, North Carolina work location. The teacher works with classroom staff and families to create a safe, engaging environment that supports children's confidence, curiosity, development, and school readiness. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., for 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $18.65 per hour. The role includes planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities, maintaining learning environments and records, assessing children's progress, partnering with families, supervising children, and collaborating with colleagues and specialists. The teacher must support children's social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development and ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and CACFP requirements. The position requires the ability to actively supervise children, move throughout classroom environments, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Teacher I: Associate's degree (A.A.) in Early Childhood Development or a related field from an accredited two-year college or technical school.
Teacher II: Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Early Childhood Development or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
Experience working in preschool or early childhood settings.
Child Care Credentials I and II (EDU 119) required, or ability to obtain them.
CPR and First Aid certification required, or ability to obtain them.
Strong communication and classroom management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and staff.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to actively supervise young children, move throughout classroom environments, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

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.

Benefits

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), with eligibility after one year of employment.
12 paid holidays.
Paid annual and sick leave.
Tuition assistance opportunities.
Employee referral program.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Eligible early childhood educators may qualify for NC Early Years supplemental compensation programs, including STEP$ and WAGE$; eligibility, funding, program availability, and award amounts are determined by NC Early Years and may vary by county.