Head Teacher Head Start Early Head Start

Head Teacher Head Start - Early Head Start

Council on Rural Services - CORS
• Dayton , OH , US

Posted 2 days ago

Direct and supervise the educational operations of the classroom
.

Develop a working knowledge of:

• ODE Early Learning Development Standards
• Head Start Performance Standards and Domains
• Step Up to Quality requirements
• Agency curriculum, policies, and procedures

Provide support and guidance to center staff in:

• Building and maintaining partnerships with families
• Using intentional teaching strategies
• Facilitating meaningful activities and interactions with children

Positions Available:

Full-Year Full-Time

Part-year Full-Time (August-May)

Locations: Fairborn, Ohio - Xenia, Ohio - Troy, Ohio

• Carry forth the Vision, Mission, and Core Values of the agency and adhere to all agency policies and procedures
• Implement and maintain classroom operation in accordance with CORS, ODJFS licensing, Step Up to Quality, federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ensure the safety of all children by providing active supervision of the children at all times and a safe, sanitary, organized learning environment.
• Be knowledgeable of the agency-selected curriculum and social-emotional approach, Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, and ODE Early Learning Development Standards
• As a classroom team with the Teachers, develop and implement weekly lesson plans utilizing the agency-selected curriculum that include activities and experiences that support all developmental domains, school readiness, and highlight the needs and interests of the children
• Ensure the completion of developmental screenings of all children in compliance with time frames
• Observe and document children’s developmental progress utilizing the agency-selected ongoing assessment tools
• Supervise, train, and mentor direct reports. Complete annual evaluations and goals of direct reports
• Collaborate with the classroom team in developing at-home in-kind activities for each child through the agency-selected digital in-kind system
• Completion of CACFP Meal Counts at the point of service during each meal daily
• Serve as administrator under ODJFS licensing laws
  , where applicable
• Supervise Teachers and, when applicable, the Cook/Cook Assistant and Driver

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (ECE) and one year of experience; or
• Bachelor’s degree in any field plus 6 ECE courses and one year of experience; or
• Associate’s degree in ECE and two years of experience

$23.65 - $27.74 hourly

Join Our Mission at CORS!

Since 1974
, the Council on Rural Services (CORS) has been dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities through education, support, and development opportunities.

We’re a non-profit organization providing Head Start (ages 3–5),
Early Head Start (ages 0–3), and Youth Development Services across 9 counties in West Central Ohio — and we’re growing!

With a passionate team of 250 employees
, we’re looking for compassionate, motivated individuals who want to make a difference every day.

• Generous annual, sick, and holiday leave
• Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Paid education and professional development opportunities
• Affordable, comprehensive benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and 401(k)
• A supportive, mission-driven team that values your impact

All positions require a background check, drug test, and physical.

If you’re ready to help build brighter futures and stronger communities —
apply today

• Head Teacher Head Start - Early Head Start