Teacher Early Head Start
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring an in-office Early Head Start Teacher in Alexandria, LA, to lead infant and toddler development activities and classroom operations.
- Role
- Teacher Early Head Start
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Alexandria, LA 71303, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The Early Head Start Teacher develops and implements educational plans for infants and toddlers to promote social-emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. Working in collaboration with a co-teacher, the role involves classroom management, conducting home visits, and maintaining student portfolios. The position ensures a safe, developmentally appropriate learning environment while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. The teacher also engages families in their child's development and collaborates with program staff to support overall classroom success.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement individualized and group lesson plans for infants and toddlers.
- Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences to track child progress.
- Maintain accurate student records and developmental assessments.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
- Collaborate with co-teachers and volunteers to facilitate daily activities.
What it takes
- Associate degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field.
- Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Knowledge of Head Start/Early Head Start program purposes.
- Successful completion of pre-employment background and health screenings.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Paid time off (including winter and spring breaks), competitive health, dental, and vision insurance, HSA/FSA options, agency-paid life and disability insurance, parental/fertility benefits, retirement savings plan, and tuition assistance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is an on-site, in-office position located in Alexandria, LA.
What are the core qualifications for this role?
Candidates must have at least an associate degree in early childhood education or a related field, along with experience teaching preschool-age children and valid first aid/CPR certification.
Is the compensation mentioned in the job description?
No, the compensation for this position is not explicitly specified.
How do I apply for this role?
Interested candidates can apply directly through the Save the Children job portal using the 'Apply now' link provided in the posting.
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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