Head Start Teacher

Do you have a passion for early childhood education and helping young children build a strong foundation for lifelong success? Family & Children's Place Head Start is seeking dedicated, nurturing, and engaging educators to join our team and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families.

The Head Start Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing a high-quality preschool program for children ages 3 to 5. Working collaboratively with other teachers, families, and support staff, the Teacher promotes school readiness and supports the individual needs of all children, including those with diverse developmental abilities.

Why Join Head Start?

At Head Start, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Our mission is to promote school readiness for young children from low-income families by supporting their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. As a Head Start Teacher, you will play a critical role in preparing children for success in school and in life.

Location

The FCP Head Start Academy is located at 946 S 25th Street in Louisville, KY.

What You'll Do

• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with Head Start standards.
• Support children's cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and language development.
• Observe and assess children's progress and use assessment data to individualize instruction.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate withTeachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support the success of every child.
• Maintain accurate classroom records and documentation.
• Comply with Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing requirements, and program policies.