Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher; Early Head Start
Listed on 2026-01-30
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Preschool / Daycare, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities -
Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare
INFANT/TODDLER LEAD TEACHER (Early Head Start):
Final date to receive applications: Friday January 30, 2026 at 4 PM
Center: Stewart Early Head Start (Springfield MO)
Work Status: Full-Time: M-F 7:45-3:45 or 8:00-4:00
OACAC Head Start is seeking motivated team members for the position of Early Head Start (Infant/Toddler) Lead Teacher
. We strive to place three teachers with eight infants and toddlers in each of our EHS classrooms. This practice allows each teacher to be a primary caregiver to 2-3 children during the eight-hour workday. Join a team-oriented program who supports relationship-based caregiving to support children’s development through opportunities for play.
This job includes great benefits. Excellent health and dental benefits. Paid Holidays. Paid Leave. Tuition Reimbursement. Paid Training Opportunities. Family Friendly/Positive Work Environment. Find out more about OACAC and the Head Start Program .ac. EOE.
Salary Range: $20.14 - $23.87
Requirements:
- Minimum of HS Diploma/GED
- Six (6) college credit hours and Infant/Toddler CDA OR willingness to obtain Early Childhood Development Specialization Certification from Ozarks Tech (paid for by employer)
- Experience working with infants and toddlers
Preferred:
- Early Childhood degree. Copy of transcript required with application.
- Supervisory experience.
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