Head Start Preschool Teacher - Integrated Arts Academy

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Head Start is a federally-funded, national child and family development program which provides comprehensive services for pregnant women, children from birth to age five, and their families. Services for children promote school readiness, and include early education, health, nutrition, mental health, and services for children with special needs. Services for parents promote family engagement, and include parent leadership and social service supports.

As a Head Start Preschool Teacher, you will serve as lead or co-teacher in an outcomes-oriented, team environment, and provide safe, healthy, friendly, and developmentally appropriate environments and experiences for children ages 3- 5. Motivated Head Start teachers improve the trajectory of children's lives, including children's learning outcomes, living standards, and later academic and professional success. If you want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, consider joining the Head Start community

Please view our job description: Classroom Teacher


Hiring for Two Positions Starting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026


40 hours/week, approximately 42 weeks/year (summer layoff). Rate of pay during first 60- working day probationary period is $28.08/hour; post probationary rate of pay is $28.76/hour.


Requirements

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field and a current Vermont Agency of Education teaching license with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education. Licensure with an additional endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education is preferred. Knowledge and experience in developmentally appropriate early childhood practice, child outcome assessment, child behavior management, and curriculum planning, development and implementation; a commitment to social justice and to working with families with limited financial resources; excellent verbal and written communication (bilingual abilities a plus), documentation, and record-keeping skills; valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation; physical ability to carry out required tasks.

When you come to work for CVOEO you're getting so much more than a paycheck! We offer a great working environment and an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous time off, a retirement plan and discounted gym membership.

Interested in working with us? To apply, please include a cover letter and resume. CVOEO is interested in candidates who can contribute to our diversity and excellence. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. We are one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Vermont! Join us to find out why!

Salary Description


$28.08-$28.76