Head Start Teacher

• Promote children’s development and learning through the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum  
• Use age-appropriate and positive guidance strategies to teach, encourage, and redirect inappropriate classroom behavior  
• Build positive relationships with staff and families through positive and professional communication, creating a welcoming environment, respecting diversity, and encouraging parent participation in the center  
  
  
  Qualifications:   
• AAS or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education  
• Previous experience working with children  
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and Office of Children and Family Services Day Care Regulations preferred
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without the need for VISA Sponsorship
  
  
  Other Benefits Include:
• Full Time-35 Hour Work Week Monday-Friday 
• Casual Dress Code
• Free Telemedicine
• Employee Assistance Program
• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts)
• Cash payment of three thousand dollars for waiving health insurance (FT)
• Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
• When eligible, Employer Sponsored Pension Plan starting at 5% of salary contribution
• CEO Qualifies Eligible Employees for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program
• CEO is part of the Quality Stars program and scholarship opportunities are available for staff to advance their education and deepen their qualifications as early childhood professionals. 

Please note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances. Apply: https://www.ceoempowers.org/about/join-us/   Call: 518-272-6012, ext. 301 EOE/AA