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Stroudsburg, PA · On-site

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Head Start Director Job Type: Full-time Salary Range: $73,537.70 - $84,568.36 Work Location: In ... This position oversees curriculum implementation to ensure it is age-appropriate and culturally ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for head start positions in the United States is $96,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Head Start Positions vs Preschool Teacher?

AspectHead Start PositionsPreschool Teacher
Required CredentialsChild development associate (CDA), early childhood education certificationEarly childhood education certification, CDA preferred
Work EnvironmentHead Start centers, community programs, schoolsPreschools, childcare centers, early learning programs
Employer & Industry UsageFederal-funded Head Start programs, non-profit organizationsPrivate and public preschools, childcare providers
Search & Comparison IntentJob roles within Head Start programs, early childhood educationPreschool teaching roles, early childhood education careers

Head Start Positions typically refer to roles within federally funded early childhood programs focusing on comprehensive child development and family services. Preschool Teachers are educators working in early learning settings, often with similar credentials but may not be part of Head Start programs. While both roles involve working with young children, Head Start Positions often include additional responsibilities related to family engagement and social services.

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Infographic showing various Head Start Positions job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 75% Full Time, and 21% Part Time. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,611 per year, or $46.4 per hour.

Early Head Start Teacher

Douglas-Cherokee Economic Authority Head Start/Early Head Start

Talbott, TN

$17.03 - $20.68/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description


About This Role

We are seeking a caring, dependable, and passionate Infant/Toddler Teacher to join our Early Head Start team. This position works in a multi-age classroom environment, providing nurturing, developmentally appropriate care and education for infants and toddlers while building strong partnerships with families.


What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities


  • Create and maintain a safe, healthy, and engaging learning environment for infants and toddlers.
  • Develop and implement individualized learning plans based on observations and developmental assessments.
  • Build positive relationships with children and families while supporting parent-child bonding and family engagement.
  • Communicate daily with parents and participate in parent-teacher conferences and family activities.
  • Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through age-appropriate routines and activities.
  • Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios.
  • Promote positive guidance and classroom management techniques.
  • Follow health, sanitation, diapering, feeding, and safety procedures in accordance with Early Head Start guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, child records, developmental screenings, and assessment data.
  • Collaborate with staff, therapists, and family service workers to support children with special needs and individualized goals.
  • Participate in home visits, trainings, meetings, and ongoing professional development.
  • Assist with classroom organization, cleanliness, and daily operations.

Requirements
  • A degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE); or related degree preferred. Minimum Infant / Toddler CDA Credential and have been trained (or have equivalent coursework) in early childhood development with a focus on infant/toddler development.
  • Minimum of one year’s experience teaching infants / toddlers.


  • Must obtain a pre-employment physical and screen for communicable diseases.
  • Must obtain First Aid and CPR and keep updated.
  • Must agree to pre-employment background check. \Must have a valid Tennessee driver’s license and available transportation for work-related duties with mileage reimbursed.
  • Must show proof (as necessary) of auto liability insurance.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to continue professional development.





Benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Assistance

About Us

Douglas-Cherokee Economic Authority, Inc. Head Start / Early Head Start Program serves more than 700 children ages 0-5 years in eight counties in East TN: Blount, Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, Jefferson, Monroe, Sevier and Union. Children who attend Head Start participate in a variety of educational activities. They also receive support to access free medical and dental care, have healthy meals and snacks, and enjoy playing outdoors in a safe setting. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children with disabilities.

Our employees have access to:

· Up to 14 paid holidays per year

· Sick leave and Personal time

· Option to participate in State of Tennessee 401(k) savings plan

· Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System

· Group Health Insurance partially paid by the agency with other insurance products available.