Head Start Teacher
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring a full-time Head Start Teacher in Alexandria, LA, to develop and implement educational plans for preschool children, ensuring their social-emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. The role is on-site and requires an associate degree in child development or related field with experience teaching preschool-age children.
- Role
- Head Start Teacher
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Alexandria, LA 71303, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The Head Start Teacher develops and implements educational plans for preschool children, ensuring their social-emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. They are responsible for classroom operations and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement individualized and group lesson plans
- Ensure a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment
- Build effective relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Maintain accurate records and confidentiality
- Engage in professional development
- Ensure compliance with regulations
What it takes
- Minimum of an associate degree in child development, early childhood education or a related degree
- Experience teaching preschool-age children
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with individuals and teams
- Demonstrated successful interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Proven ability to relate sensitively to children
- Proven ability to keep all required information strictly confidential
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Paid time off, health care, dental and vision coverage, life and accidental death and dismemberment benefits, parental/adoption, fertility benefits, employee rewards program, retirement savings plan, wellness programs, learning & growth opportunities
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Alexandria, LA 71303, USA.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an associate degree in child development or related field, experience teaching preschool-age children, and demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with individuals and teams.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted at any time, but the position is open until December 31, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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