What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at Knox County Head Start?
We have an immediate opening for a qualified lead teacher in a full-day/full-year preschool classroom located in Mount Vernon. Perks include generous paid time off, educational assistance, and comprehensive benefits.
KCHS offers employees an environment focused on balance and wellness, personal career mentoring and substantial high-quality training and professional development opportunities. We are committed to meeting each employee where they are and working with them to grow their career according to their passions and talents. We are a family at KCHS and every individual is valued for their unique contribution. We seek employees who bring with them a heart for the work and a deep desire to build strong connections with children, families and co-workers.
Preschool teachers implement the Creative Curriculum and Conscious Discipline® with children served under the Head Start program and private pay child care. Teachers support children’s development with screenings and assessment utilizing developmentally appropriate strategies. Teachers establish partnerships with parents to assist parents in their role as children’s first and most important teacher. The teacher actively trains and develops assistant teachers and teacher aides in the classroom.
The successful candidate will have an associate degree in Early Childhood Development/Education or a related field and experience working in a preschool classroom. Strong computer skills and/or data entry experience are necessary for this position.
Applications can be completed on our website at www.knoxheadstart.org or obtained in person at any of our Knox County locations.
KCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value diversity in our school family and do not discriminate in the hiring of staff or enrollment of children.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.11 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16