Head Start Teacher — Camp Verde

Job overview

The Head Start Teacher — Camp Verde role is onsite in Camp Verde, AZ, with compensation of $19.78–$26.50 per hour for 40 hours per week and 44 weeks per year. Northern Arizona Council of Governments supports preschool-aged children through its Head Start program. The teacher plans and leads developmentally appropriate instruction to promote children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth. The role also supports a safe learning environment, builds relationships with families, documents program compliance, and monitors children’s developmental and health needs.

What you'll do

• Instruct preschool-aged children and facilitate developmentally appropriate activities
• develop weekly lesson plans
• build relationships with children and families
• assign and monitor staff duties
• complete program logs and reports
• prepare and inspect classrooms and playgrounds
• conduct health screenings
• and plan parent-teacher conferences.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

head start teacher

early childhood education

preschool

child development

lesson planning

family engagement

camp verde az

northern arizona council of governments

$19.78–$26.50/hr

40 hours per week

44 weeks per year

head start standards

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Agency-paid health, dental, and vision
• Arizona State Retirement System
• paid sick leave and holiday pay.

Why this role

Education requirements vary by level, from an age-appropriate CDA or qualifying state certificate through a master’s degree with additional early childhood credits. Food-handler license and CPR/first aid/interrater credentials are required within six months. Travel is listed as less than 5%.

About the employer

Northern Arizona Council of Governments is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.