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York County Community Action Corp

Head Start Pre-K Lead Teacher

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A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$43,472 / year median in Maine

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

York County Community Action Corp. Our mission is to ensure that all people in York County thrive. We work with our partners to meet urgent needs, create opportunities to succeed, promote well-being, and advocate for just policies and practices. Head Start Pre-K Lead Teacher $5,000 sign-on bonus Do you have a passion to make a difference and positively impact young children and their families? Classroom is run in partnership with Public School. We are now hiring a Lead Teacher to join us in our mission of creating a warm and supportive environment where children and families can thrive.
What we offer:
$5,000 sign-on bonus payable in four installments ($1000 after completion of months 3, 6, 9 & $2000 after 1 year - external applicants only) Additional compensation is provided by Public School Paid time off, personal day and holidays School year schedule including school breaks Breakfast and lunch (served in the classroom as part of our family style meals) Excellent compensation package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement benefits and match, and Employee Assistance Program Career growth and professional development opportunities with financial funding Your role: Partnering with families to develop child focused goals that meet individual needs Planning, implementing and documenting a comprehensive child development program suitable for preschoolers Building positive and supportive relationships with children and families Coordinating the daily operations of the classroom while supervising the activities of 1 or more staff members
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Experience working with children in a center-based setting; prior experience working with families and supervising others preferred Willing to work flexible hours to meet families' needs Immunized against MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) and TDaP (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis). Must be able to pass a background check, to include DHHS and fingerprinting. To be considered, please include a cover letter with your resume. Completed application packets may be reviewed upon receipt. in our Career Center - it only takes a few minutes!
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