Preschool Teacher for Head Start

Central Missouri Community Action•Fulton, MO

6d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Central Missouri Community Action is hiring a Preschool Teacher for its Head Start center in Fulton, Missouri. The teacher works with children aged 3 to 5, supporting their growth and development through evidence-based early childhood education. The role involves creating an inclusive, engaging, secure, health-conscious, and well-organized classroom environment and building trusting relationships with children and their families. The position offers $16.31 to $19.57 per hour and follows a 10-hour day shift, Tuesday through Friday. Benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, insurance, a retirement plan, a paid winter break, and professional development and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

An associate's or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education; or an associate's or bachelor's degree in a related field along with completed Early Childhood Education coursework or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
Experience teaching preschool-age children.

Nice To Haves

Daycare, preschool, or childcare work experience.
Experience working with low-income families and children.
Experience integrating Early Childhood Development theory into daily classroom activities.

Responsibilities

Create an inclusive and engaging learning environment for children of all abilities.
Lead developmentally appropriate activities that foster growth across childhood development areas.
Maintain trusting relationships with children and their families.
Maintain a secure, health-conscious, and well-organized setting that accommodates children's needs and requirements.
Tailor approaches to meet the individual needs of children.
Integrate early childhood development theory into daily classroom activities.