Head Start Teacher

Job overview

The Head Start Teacher role is onsite in Homestead, FL, with stated pay of $19.32–$25.08 per hour. The teacher works under the supervision of the Curriculum Specialist at Le Jardin Community. The teacher provides responsive care and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children from birth to age five, including children with disabilities. The role supports children’s health, development, and skill growth through an organized learning environment, curriculum-based planning, assessment, and collaboration with families and specialists.

What you'll do

• Deliver developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate learning experiences
• create nurturing, language-rich learning environments
• plan activities using the HighScope curriculum and child assessment data
• support children’s engagement and development
• collaborate with parents on developmental screenings
• refer concerns to appropriate professionals and agencies
• conduct structured assessments and use results to individualize instruction.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

head start teacher

early childhood education

preschool

child development

highscope curriculum

homestead fl

le jardin community

language development

social-emotional learning

developmental assessment

inclusive education

$19.32–$25.08/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role uses the HighScope curriculum and COR Advantage assessment and supports dual-language learners, including continued development of the home language.

About the employer

Le Jardin Community is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.