Early Head Start Teacher

Overview

Pay starting at $15.86/hour. At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. We strive to embody our core values:
We are Warriors, We are Servants, We are Family.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher is responsible for providing a nurturing, responsive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for infants and toddlers (ages 0-3). This role focuses on building secure attachments, fostering social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development, and implementing research-based curricula aligned with Head Start Performance Standards. The EHS Teacher ensures a safe and stimulating classroom, conducts ongoing assessments, and partners closely with families to support each child s growth and school readiness.

Additionally, the EHS Teacher maintains compliance with licensing, health, and safety regulations while collaborating with colleagues to promote high-quality early childhood education.

• Establish a warm, secure, and trusting atmosphere that promotes healthy attachment and emotional well-being for infants and toddlers
• Plan and deliver engaging, research-based activities that support cognitive, language, motor, and social-emotional development
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom, following health and safety protocols to ensure the well-being of all children
• Monitor and document children s developmental progress using approved assessment tools to individualize learning experiences
• Assist with feeding, diapering, toileting, and naptime routines, ensuring each child s individual needs are met with respect and sensitivity
• Engage in intentional interactions, including talking, singing, reading, and playing, to foster strong language and relationship-building skills
• Establish strong communication and collaboration with parents/caregivers, providing regular updates and resources to support child development at home
• Work with teaching teams, family advocates, and early intervention specialists to address the needs of all children, including those with disabilities or developmental delays
• Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, licensing requirements, and program policies, ensuring high-quality early childhood education

Minimum Requirements for an Early Head Start Teacher

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential in Infant and Toddler
• Willing to obtain COR Advantage Assessment certification
• Willing to obtain CPR and first aid certification

Preferred Requirements For An Early Head Start Teacher

• Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development, or in a different field with a minimum of 15 credit hours in one of these fields of study
• One (1) year of experience in an early childhood setting
• CPR and first aid certification
• Head Start experience or familiarity with Head Start Performance Standards and ELOF
• Experience working with dual-language learners and children with disabilities
• Training in CLASS, Conscious Discipline, or other early childhood best practices

• This position may be required to travel up to 10%

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more
• 403(b) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Gym Memberships

• Ability to stand, walk, sit on the floor, and move quickly to ensure child safety
• Lift and carry infants/toddlers up to 50 lbs, and classroom materials
• Frequent bending, crouching, and kneeling to interact with children
• Assists with tasks like feeding, diapering, and hygiene routines
• Participate in play and activities in varying environments
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules, classroom needs, and program requirements

The physical requirements for this position with…