Head Start Lead Teacher
Head Start Lead Teacher
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Job Description
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
07/25/25Division:
Head Start DivisionManagement Level:
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental medical and vision insurance paid time off and holidays retirement matching wellness programs and tuition reimbursement.Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
Do you want a career that fulfills your passions and purpose to make a difference in the lives of not only your students but their families
Do you get excited thinking about working in an all-inclusive preschool program that provides an opportunity for agreater impact working with vulnerable children and families
Are you passionate about providing extra support to allow students with challenging behaviors to achieve their goals and be successful
Are you looking forprofessional developmentandindividualized coachingto progress your career
Are you interested in being part of a supportive team to help you learn and grow
If you answeredyes to these questions Jefferson County Head Starts Lead Teacher position may be what youve been searching for!
The Lead Teacher role is a great opportunity if you are:
A recent graduate looking to start your career in early childhood education
A seasoned professional or current substitute teacher seeking a full-time benefited role
The Lead Teacher will be responsible for implementing curriculum in a classroom of 17-20 children maintaining compliance with Head Start Performance standards and partnering with a multi-disciplinary team to provide the best service to our Head Start Families.
Head Start offers opportunity for on-site professional development scheduled during work hours a team-oriented program that assists with providing the best service for our families and individualized coaching.
COMPENSATION:
Hiring Range: $53082-$55000 for ten months of work to be paid over 12 months
Staff that are fluent in a language other than English may be eligible for additional compensation of $1500 annually for use of bi-lingual skills.
Note: This will be a ten-month working position (stretch) that will be paid for twelve months.Comprehensive benefits include paid time off for vacation and sick time 12 paid holidays off medical/dental/vision insurance retirement and $2000 annual tuition reimbursement.
BENEFITS: Total rewards include dental medical vision paid time off and holidays retirement matching wellness programs tuition reimbursement flexible schedules and more. Click here for benefits summary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The Lead Teacher is responsible for:
Partnering with a multi-disciplinary team including mental health specialists special education professionals and family support workers to provide the best service for our families including home visits family conferences and implementation of Individual Education Plans
Delivering Creative Curriculumthat are developmentally appropriate lesson plans including activities geared toward social-emotional development and utilizing trauma informed care practices
Working with your Co-Teacher / Teacher Associate to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards within the classroom including education disabilities parent involvement nutrition health and mental health etc.
Conducting observations administering development social and emotional screenings and maintaining clear and complete documentation
Actively supervising children
Supporting peers by collaborating and sharing experiences to finding solutions together
QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify a candidate must meetoneof the three bullets listed below:
Experience: a minimum of two years work-related experience teaching preschool age children.
Education: a bachelors degree in child development or early childhood education (ECE)
Equivalency Rule: Those with an associate degree in child development or early childhood education (ECE) AND a minimum of three years work related experience OR a high school diploma or GED AND a minimum of five years of work-related experience teaching preschool age children.
Please note: All Head Start staff will be required to be fully vaccinated based on the Centers for Disease Control recommended vaccination schedule and for COVID-19.
Additional Job Description:
Offer of employment contingent on review of child abuse neglect database fingerprint results criminal background sex offender registry motor vehicle record check and education verification.
Must have a valid drivers license if you are from out of state you must obtain a valid Colorado drivers license within 30 days of hire date and you must not have any major violations nor more than one DUI DWIDWAIconviction in the past three years.
Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends and willingness to occasionally travel to assigned Head Start Sites (Arvada or Wheat Ridge).
Perjury Statement: Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty of perjury in the second degree as defined in SectionC.R.S. and upon conviction thereof shall be punished accordingly.
About this Recruitment:
At Jefferson County were always looking to connect with passionate caring professionals who believe in the mission of Head Start and early childhood education.
While we dont have any current job openings for this role we expect to have opportunities for the fall school year and wed love to get to know you ahead of time.
As positions become available we will reach out to schedule first round interviews with the intended hire date of July 2025. Candidates will be notified when positions become available and if other candidates were selected for the role.
We hope youll consider applying for the chance to be part of this amazing program!
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities.
Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team please log into your candidate portal.
For more details on the recruitment process please visit Recruitment Team: or
Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or
Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or
Education:
Bachelors DegreeExperience:
Work Experience: Minimum two yearsCertifications:
CPR/First Aid/AED - State of ColoradoLanguages:
Category:
Health & Human ServicesEmployment Type
Full-Time
