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YMCA OF METRO ATLANTA

Head Start Lead Teacher

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high ... Supply Head Start Lead Teacher: Internal or external candidates may apply for Supply Head Start ...

Sheltering Arms

ERSEA Field Support Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.50/hr

The tone of this role is collaborative rather than directive--honoring FSC expertise while ensuring consistent quality and adherence to Head Start/Early Head Start/Pre-K/Tuition requirements across ...

Sheltering Arms

ERSEA Field Support Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.50/hr

The tone of this role is collaborative rather than directive-honoring FSC expertise while ensuring consistent quality and adherence to Head Start/Early Head Start/Pre-K/Tuition requirements across ...

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How much do head start preschool jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for head start preschool in Decatur, GA is $19.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.96 and $22.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectHead Start PreschoolPreschool Teacher
CredentialsEarly childhood education credentials, sometimes with additional Head Start trainingTypically requires a Child Development Associate (CDA) or early childhood education degree
Work EnvironmentPublic or community-based early childhood programs serving low-income familiesPrivate or public preschools, daycare centers, or early childhood programs
Employer & IndustryGovernment-funded Head Start programsPrivate preschools, childcare centers, or public school systems
Job FocusProviding comprehensive early childhood education, health, and family supportPlanning and implementing educational activities for preschool children

While both roles focus on early childhood education, Head Start Preschool involves working within federally funded programs that emphasize family and health services, whereas Preschool Teachers typically focus solely on educational instruction in various settings.

What is a Head Start preschool?

A Head Start preschool is an early childhood education program in the United States that provides comprehensive services to children from low-income families, typically ages 3 to 5. The program focuses on preparing young children for kindergarten by offering educational activities, health screenings, nutritious meals, and family support services. Head Start also emphasizes parental involvement to support children's learning and development both in the classroom and at home. The goal is to ensure that children enter school ready to succeed academically and socially.

What are some common challenges faced by educators working in a Head Start Preschool program?

Educators in Head Start Preschool programs often navigate challenges such as addressing diverse student needs, supporting children from various socioeconomic backgrounds, and collaborating closely with families to foster a holistic learning environment. Balancing administrative requirements, such as documentation and compliance with federal performance standards, alongside delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction can be demanding. However, these challenges are offset by strong professional support systems, opportunities for ongoing training, and the rewarding experience of making a meaningful difference in children's early development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Head Start Preschool Teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Head Start Preschool Teacher, you need knowledge of early childhood education, child development, and classroom management, typically supported by a degree in early childhood education or a related field and relevant teaching credentials. Familiarity with assessment tools, lesson planning software, and compliance with Head Start Performance Standards is important. Strong communication, patience, and cultural sensitivity help foster positive relationships with children and families. These skills ensure a nurturing, effective learning environment that supports school readiness and holistic development for young children.
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Head Start Assistant Teacher

Easterseals North Georgia, Inc.

Norcross, GA • On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Assistant Teacher assists the Teacher in facilitating quality, individualized, early childhood education by implementing developmentally appropriate practices in an inclusive environment.
SUMMARY:
Works as a team member with the Early Childhood Specialists to assist in the planning and implementing of a variety of developmentally appropriate activities for children, that will enhance their growth and development, promote social competence, and ensure parental involvement in all aspects of the program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):
Behavior Standard - 50% of Position
  • Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, coworkers, and management.

Attendance Standard
  • Maintains excellent punctuality and attendance.

Fundamental: Day to Day Activities
  • Assists in planning and implementing developmentally and linguistically appropriate activities, that recognize and supports each child's rate of development
  • Assists in assessing the safety of classroom and outdoor play areas before engaging children in activities
  • Assists in organizing classroom environment into areas to be used for learning, eating, resting, and playing in accordance with the Creative Curriculum,
  • Accompanies children to and from the bus, classroom, playground, and out-of-center activities maintaining attendance checks and headcount
  • Serves as Bus Monitor as needed
  • Assists in the development of a daily schedule of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities that are well defined to help children in the order of events accruing each day
  • Maintains staff and classroom ratios at all times
  • Leads the classroom in the absence of the Teacher

Communications/Public Relations
  • Maintains a communication system plan that ensures appropriate communication among the children, their families, teaching staff, the Center Manager and other community organizations
  • Supports and participates in the values and missions of ESNG.

Monitoring
  • Assist in the completion of the Health and Safety Checklist for classrooms weekly
  • Assists in the monitoring and reports accurate numbers for the program's weekly report

Record Keeping
  • Assist in the maintenance of updated and accurate records for children (educational and nutritional)
  • Maintains confidentiality

Compliance
  • Adheres to policies, procedures, and practices that ensure the achievements and maintenance of GA licensure, NAEYC accreditation, and Head Start performance standards
  • Conducts and documents a minimum of 2 home visits for Head Start children and 2 parent conferences for all children during the program area
  • Assist with the child transition plan as it relates to assisting parents to be advocates for their children, cross-training and sharing needs related to transition, assisting with field trips for children and their parents to feeder schools, and assisting parents to become familiar with community resources.

Learning and Growth
  • Participates in all mandatory Easter Seals trainings to include pre-service, in-service, and other educational programs and trainings
  • Completes the minimum number of training hours required by DHR, OSR, Georgia Pre-K and Head Start

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Must have the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to perform the assigned functions responsibly.
  • Must be familiar with the ethnic background and culture of families in the program and be able to serve and effectively communicate, to the extent feasible, with children and families with no or limited English proficiency.
  • Must possess training, experiences, and knowledge that includes theories, and principles of child growth and development, early childhood education, and family support.
  • Must possess excellent communication skills and fluency to communicate with children and families
  • Must possess the ability to move/lift children up to age (5).

OTHER DUTIES:
Performs other duties as assigned by management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Assistant Teacher:
Must possess a minimum of a Childhood Development Associate Credential (CDA) with the preschool endorsement, TCC, TCD or equivalent or higher. If an employee is hired without this minimum credential, the employee must pursue and complete the credential within the timeframe prescribed by the agency.
*Must be eighteen years of age or older.
*Must pass the Drug Test.
*Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable.
EDUCATION REQUIRED
Minimum of a Childhood Development Associate Credential (CDA) with the preschool endorsement, TCC, TCD or equivalent or
higher credential in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • The ability to stand for sustained periods of time.
  • The ability to sit for sustained periods of time.
  • The ability to walk for sustained periods of time including responding quickly to safety concerns
  • The ability to use hands and fingers to feel, operate a computer, and perform picking, pinching and whole hand or arm handling tasks.
  • The ability to climb stairs.
  • The ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, sit on the floor, or crawl as needed when working with small children on their level.
  • The ability to reach, extending arms in any direction.
  • The ability to push or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • The ability to lift and carry a child up to age 5
  • The ability to talk in order to accurately exchange information.
  • The ability to hear in order to accurately exchange information.
  • The ability to see clearly in order to maintain child safety and supervision, use a computer, and for extensive reading and writing.
  • The ability to work in both indoor conditions and outdoor conditions.
  • The ability to assist children as needed while on a moving bus.

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