Head Start Teacher, Show Low

Job overview

The Head Start Teacher role is onsite in Show Low, AZ, with pay of $19.78–$26.50 per hour, 40 hours per week, and 44 weeks per year. Northern Arizona Council of Governments operates the Head Start program serving preschool-aged children. The teacher plans and leads developmentally appropriate activities, builds relationships with children and families, and maintains a safe learning environment. The role supports children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth and documents program compliance.

What you'll do

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

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

head start teacher

show low az

northern arizona council of governments

early childhood education

preschool

child development

lesson plans

family engagement

health screenings

$19.78–$26.50/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Education levels range from an age-appropriate CDA or state certificate through graduate-level qualifications; food handler and CPR/first aid credentials are required within six months; travel is listed as under 5%.

About the employer

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