Lead Teacher Head Start (Preschool)

Lead Teacher

CAPIC Head Start

Serving the communities of Chelsea, Revere and Winthrop MA

We are seeking a talented individual to join our diverse team of dedicated early childhood professionals.

The schedule is a full year at 35 hours per week that includes daily planning time outside the classroom.

Program Highlights:

• Team approach to supporting children and families to be ready for kindergarten.

• Committed staff : Average length of teacher service at CAPIC is 11+ years

• High quality learning environments with program wide implementation of the Pyramid Model, OWL and Building Blocks curriculum.

• Focus on building strong family participation and engagement in all aspects of program.

We offer:

• Mission driven work that makes an impact on the lives of a culturally diverse population of low-income families

• Support, coaching, and training throughout the year.

• Outside classroom time for planning and completion of child assessments (TS Gold)

• Excellent benefits including: vacation, sick leave, 403B, tuition reimbursement, health and more

Your skills and qualifications:

• BA or AA degree in Early Childhood Education or BA/AA in related field with EEC Lead Teacher certificate**

• Must have strong computer skills, and experience utilizing TS Gold preferred

• Enthusiasm and capacity to learn/implement OWL and Building Block curriculum.

• Experience working in early childhood setting serving a diverse population of children

• Bilingual Spanish speakers are encouraged

• Car and driver’s license ( to make home visits)

Starting wage $21.00-$25.00 / hour based on education level.

**Community Action Programs Inter-City (CAPIC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer**