Early Head Start Teacher

Early Head Start Teacher JobID: 447 Position Type: Early Childhood/Teacher (3 years old and under)Date Posted: 10/23/2026Location: Family Service CenterDate Available: 11/09/2026 Additional Information: Show/HideJob Title: Early Head Start TeacherDetails: Full Time Position (11 month/220 day)Health Insurance, Benefits, TRSL RetirementSalary is based on experience- starting salary: $29,623 PLUS $3,500 StipendQUALIFICATIONS:Associates degree in early childhood, or closely related field, or CDA1 year experience (preferred) as a teacher in an early childhood program serving infants and toddlers (below 3 years of age) in a developmentally appropriate environment, preferably in a human services settingKnowledge of community resources and skills to link families with appropriate resourcesTraining and experience necessary to develop consistent, stable and supportive relationships with very young children, their families and pregnant womenExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsSensitive and mature and able to relate well to children and adultsAbility to lift infants and toddlers and participate in floor activitiesWilling to work flexible hoursWilling to work in center-based or home-based programsPreference given to Early Head Start or Head Start parent who meets all the other qualificationsOverview of Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge, understanding and adherence to the philosophy, goals, objectives, policies, procedures and standards of the Family Service Center, Head Start, Louisiana Child Care Licensing and other appropriate entities, including professional knowledge and skills to carry out activities.Plan and implement the program for center-based and/or home-based programs in accordance with the Head Start Standards.Organize each day's activities to provide children with a variety of experiences and opportunities.Conduct developmental screenings and ongoing assessments to determine motor, language, social, cognitive, sensory and emotional skills.Visit each child's home (in center-based program) at least twice a year to become familiar with the home environment.Complete timely, neat, complete and accurate documentation of screenings, assessments, individualized plans, attendance, daily health checklist, feedings, daily activity logs for parents, home visits, inventories and other documentation as may be necessary for providing quality services.Assist in developing Family Partnership Agreements.