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Lead Teacher - Early Head Start

Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack
Concord, NH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2025

Description

Community Action Program of Belknap-Merrimack Counties Empowering Communities and Enriching Lives. Join Our Mission!
  • Job Title: Early Head Start Lead Teacher
  • Location: Concord, NH
  • Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
  • Salary Description: $20.47-$25.91, based on level of education and relative work experience
$2000 Sign-On Incentive!

  

About Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack (CAPBM):

The Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. (CAPBM) is a cornerstone of community development and support, dedicated to fostering independence and resilience in families and individuals. Our programs serve as vital resources to empower families, prepare children for future success, and enrich the lives of those in our community.

  

What It’s Like to Work Here:

Working at CAPBM means being part of a collaborative team driven by a passion for making a difference. Our supportive, inclusive environment fosters professional growth and personal fulfillment. Employees are empowered to contribute their ideas and expertise to strengthen our programs and enhance the lives of individuals and families we serve. We value commitment, innovation, and adaptability, making every day an opportunity to create impactful solutions and meaningful connections within our community.

  

A Day in the Life as an Early Head Start Lead Teacher:

As the Early Head Start Lead Teacher, you’ll play an essential role in providing all aspects of a quality child development program with emphasis on the cognitive, social and emotional development of infants and toddler. The Early Head Start Lead Teacher is responsible for supporting the agency’s mission by meeting the childcare needs of families and involving parents in the education of their child. 

Your day will involve:

  • Developing and implementing a curriculum that is consistent with current NAYC accreditation practices.
  • Designs and maintains a classroom environment that meets the Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC Accreditation, and NH State Childcare Licensing regulations. 
  • Engages in adult-child interactions that are responsive, supportive, and respectful of children’s needs, development, and play interests. 
  • Complete all necessary administrative responsibilities such as reporting on development bench marks for children, completing screening tools, documenting curriculum plans.

Your role will directly contribute to positive employee experience and efficient operations across the organization.

Requirements

Qualifications to Be an Early Head Start Lead Teacher:

To excel in this role, you’ll need:

  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent credential, Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential for Infant/Toddler Caregivers, or equivalent credential *must have infant toddler child growth and development coursework or equivalent coursework according to NH State Childcare Licensing. 
  • Experience: Previous experience working in an early childhood classroom with supervisory duties preferred. 
  • Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate with infants, toddlers, and their families and ability to relate comfortably to income-eligible families.
  • Characteristics: Attention to detail, confidentiality, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace and early childhood classroom experience.
  • Technical: successful completion of criminal record check, CPR/First Aid Certification. Must be 21 years old.
  • A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation may be required for occasional travel between program locations.

Ready to Apply?

If this job sounds like a fit for you, click on the ‘apply’ button below. We’d love to hear from you! Together, we can empower communities and enrich lives. 


Community Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $20 - $26

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