HumanKind
Overview
Position Title: Early Head Start Teacher Location: Lynchburg Summary: The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher works in a pair to provide direct supervision for eight children per classroom. They provide high-quality, early education and child development services that promote children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth for later success in school. The EHS Teacher encourages family engagement through two home visits and two education conferences per program term. This position actively participates in individualized and ongoing professional development and coaching. This position requires the ability to follow mandated Virginia licensing, subsidy, and Office of Head Start (OHS) requirements. Be among the first applicants: 1 week ago. Benefits include: medical, dental, and vision; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); 403(b) with company match and contribution; tuition reimbursement; professional development opportunities; and company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability; and salary range of $18.50-$21.50 per hour. What You Bring To The Team: see Qualifications below. Why Join HumanKind: see the section below for details.
Responsibilities
Provide responsive care, effective teaching methods, and an organized learning environment to promote healthy development for all children in alignment with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, including children of all abilities, cultures, and languages. Maintain a classroom environment with nurturing interactions and emotional security; support early language development; foster critical thinking and life-skills development; implement a formal curriculum that supports social, emotional, and behavioral development. Plan weekly schedules, lesson plans, and activities using the program-approved, research-based HighScope curriculum to support each child’s development and learning. Utilize standardized screening and assessment tools (ASQ-3, ASQ-SE2, DRDP); integrate data into planning; notify managers and primary adults when development concerns are identified. Collaborate with Teachers, Center Manager, Education Manager, Family Engagement Specialist, and Health and Disabilities Manager to ensure services are developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate for preschool readiness. Engage families through home visits, regular communication, education conferences, and classroom volunteer opportunities. Work with the Center Manager to ensure the classroom meets licensing, subsidy, HSPPS, and Virginia Quality (VQB5) requirements. Participate in continuous quality improvement through supervision, training, and professional development.
Qualifications
A minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) or comparable credential with a focus on infant and toddler development, or a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field. Ability to teach various age groups year-round from birth to age three using a research-based curriculum and developmental assessments. Ability to establish professional relationships and maintain professional boundaries with diverse children, families, colleagues, and community partners. Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to stressful situations with maturity. Ability to lift and carry children, bend, sit on the floor, and be physically active inside and outside in all weather. Willingness to travel within 50 miles of the EHS Center 4 times per year for home visits and professional development. Proficient computer knowledge; ability to adapt to new technology, learn new software systems (ChildPlus and Procare), and maintain daily data entry while protecting family confidentiality.
Career Path
EHS Teacher → EHS Teacher II → Senior Teacher → EHS Supervising Teacher → EHS Center Manager
Benefits
Salary Range: $18.50-$21.50/Hour Over 5 weeks of Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 403(b) Retirement plan with company match and contribution Tuition Reimbursement Professional development opportunities Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
Why Join HumanKind
HumanKind is a non-profit organization serving children and families for over 120 years. Our programs aim to equip people with tools to build a strong foundation for life, with an emphasis on inclusion and equity.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Education and Training Industry: Individual and Family Services
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Position Title: Early Head Start Teacher Location: Lynchburg Summary: The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher works in a pair to provide direct supervision for eight children per classroom. They provide high-quality, early education and child development services that promote children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth for later success in school. The EHS Teacher encourages family engagement through two home visits and two education conferences per program term. This position actively participates in individualized and ongoing professional development and coaching. This position requires the ability to follow mandated Virginia licensing, subsidy, and Office of Head Start (OHS) requirements. Be among the first applicants: 1 week ago. Benefits include: medical, dental, and vision; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); 403(b) with company match and contribution; tuition reimbursement; professional development opportunities; and company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability; and salary range of $18.50-$21.50 per hour. What You Bring To The Team: see Qualifications below. Why Join HumanKind: see the section below for details.
Responsibilities
Provide responsive care, effective teaching methods, and an organized learning environment to promote healthy development for all children in alignment with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, including children of all abilities, cultures, and languages. Maintain a classroom environment with nurturing interactions and emotional security; support early language development; foster critical thinking and life-skills development; implement a formal curriculum that supports social, emotional, and behavioral development. Plan weekly schedules, lesson plans, and activities using the program-approved, research-based HighScope curriculum to support each child’s development and learning. Utilize standardized screening and assessment tools (ASQ-3, ASQ-SE2, DRDP); integrate data into planning; notify managers and primary adults when development concerns are identified. Collaborate with Teachers, Center Manager, Education Manager, Family Engagement Specialist, and Health and Disabilities Manager to ensure services are developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate for preschool readiness. Engage families through home visits, regular communication, education conferences, and classroom volunteer opportunities. Work with the Center Manager to ensure the classroom meets licensing, subsidy, HSPPS, and Virginia Quality (VQB5) requirements. Participate in continuous quality improvement through supervision, training, and professional development.
Qualifications
A minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) or comparable credential with a focus on infant and toddler development, or a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field. Ability to teach various age groups year-round from birth to age three using a research-based curriculum and developmental assessments. Ability to establish professional relationships and maintain professional boundaries with diverse children, families, colleagues, and community partners. Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to stressful situations with maturity. Ability to lift and carry children, bend, sit on the floor, and be physically active inside and outside in all weather. Willingness to travel within 50 miles of the EHS Center 4 times per year for home visits and professional development. Proficient computer knowledge; ability to adapt to new technology, learn new software systems (ChildPlus and Procare), and maintain daily data entry while protecting family confidentiality.
Career Path
EHS Teacher → EHS Teacher II → Senior Teacher → EHS Supervising Teacher → EHS Center Manager
Benefits
Salary Range: $18.50-$21.50/Hour Over 5 weeks of Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 403(b) Retirement plan with company match and contribution Tuition Reimbursement Professional development opportunities Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
Why Join HumanKind
HumanKind is a non-profit organization serving children and families for over 120 years. Our programs aim to equip people with tools to build a strong foundation for life, with an emphasis on inclusion and equity.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Education and Training Industry: Individual and Family Services
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