Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Play a pivotal role in closing the achievement gap for children in our community.
• Culture: Work within a supportive, mission-driven environment that values professional growth.
• Compensation/Benefits:

• Wage Scale: $17.90-$27.33 (Based on education and experience level)
• 40 hours/week; 12 months; Monday-Friday work week
• Hiring Bonus
• 401K
• Paid Time Off- Start earning immediately
• Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD & Life Insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer
• Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Program

Role Overview:

To ensure our youngest children have a solid foundation for life. To encourage the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children and to attend to their safety and welfare. To promote family engagement in all aspects of the program.

Check out the job description for Essential Job Responsibilities-Performance Indicators

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate of Arts/Science or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, or closely related degree.
  • Prefer a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education
  • Prefer Iowa State Licensure (may be required for some positions)
• No prior experience is necessary.
  • Prefer experience in Head Start, daycare, or school setting.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite & database systems
• Valid Iowa Driver's License & ability to be insured under agency policy
• Must be cleared & allowed to work in a childcare setting by the Iowa Department of Human Services