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Head Start Lead Teacher-Portales

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Eastern Plains Head Start

Portales, NM (In Person)

$42,588 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/7/2026

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Job Description

Between $18.40 and $22.84 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Eastern Region $14.06 - $26.89 Per hour Head Start Lead Teacher-Portales Eastern Plains Head Start
Occupation:
Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
Location:
Portales, NM - 88130
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Posted:
12/19/2025 Positions available: 1
Source:
New Mexico Jobs
Web Site:
New Mexico Jobs Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
06/04/2026
Expires:
08/04/2026 Job #: 954571 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education Associate's Degree Age 18 and up DL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.
Veterans Preference:
The Jobs for Veterans Act mandates priority of service to veterans seeking employment and training opportunities. To ensure compliance with this law, this job posting will be available only to veterans for the first 24 hours. After this period, the job will be released to all job seekers. Qualifications 1. At least 18 years of age 2. Associate degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or an associate degree in an ECE-related field and coursework equivalent to an ECE major with experience teaching preschool children 3. Ability to obtain a bachelor's or advanced degree in ECE 4. Valid New Mexico driver's license, clear driving record, and own transportation 5. Ability to be cleared through the New Mexico State Licensing Bureau for employment in childcare 6. Ability to travel out of town to conduct job responsibilities Preferred Qualification
  • A bachelor's or advanced degree in ECE or a bachelor's or advanced degree in an ECE-related field and coursework equivalent to an ECE major with experience teaching preschool children When submitting your application, include a copy of your valid New Mexico driver's license and current driving record from NM MVD.
Wages and Benefits
Wages:
$19.68 per hour with AA degree, if applicant has a BA in ECE there will be a 12% increase to the $19.68.
BENEFITS
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • CDA payroll deduction option
  • Educational support program
  • Degree incentives
RETIREMENT
  • 403(b) plan
  • Employer matches contributions up to 11% of pay
PAID TIME OFF
  • Holidays
  • Break days
  • Winter & spring break
  • Sick Leave