Head Start Teacher

Job overview

The Head Start Teacher role is onsite in Oklahoma City, OK, with compensation of $20.12–$21.80 per hour. The teacher supports the educational, social, emotional, and physical development of program-eligible preschool children. The role leads a Head Start classroom, creating responsive learning activities and maintaining consistent routines and records. It also builds partnerships with families and colleagues to support children’s development and connect families with appropriate services.

What you'll do

• Lead daily Head Start classroom operations
• design and implement learning activities
• collaborate with the Teacher Assistant and Family Advocate
• communicate with families through conferences and home visits
• administer screenings and assessments
• maintain records and licensing requirements
• participate in professional development and center activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

head start teacher

early childhood education

preschool

classroom leadership

child development

family partnerships

child assessments

oklahoma city ok

community action agency of oklahoma city

$20.12–$21.80/hr

full-time

frequent off-site travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires an associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, Oklahoma Professional Development Registry membership at OPDL level 4 or higher, and frequent travel to off-site locations.

About the employer

Community Action Agency of Oklahoma City is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.