Teacher

Community Action Wayne/Medina (CAW/M)
Wooster 3 Head Start
Wooster, Ohio
Full-Year | Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Monday–Thursday | Approximately 52 Weeks Per Year
$15.59 - $18.59 per hour

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

Every child deserves a strong start, and every family deserves a partner in their child's early learning journey. At Community Action Wayne/Medina, our Head Start program is built on that belief. We are seeking caring, energetic, and dedicated early childhood educators to join our teaching team at Wooster 3 Head Start. In this role, you'll create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom where children build the skills and confidence they need for lifelong success.

As a Teacher, you'll work alongside families and a collaborative team of educators and support professionals to create meaningful learning experiences that help every child thrive. Together, you'll support children's learning, social-emotional development, and school readiness while building strong partnerships with families.

WHY JOIN CAW/M?

Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including:

• Four-day work week 
• Health insurance options with employer contributions 
• Retirement plan with employer contributions 
• Paid leave programs (vacation, sick, personal, parental, and holidays) 
• Professional development and training opportunities 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Mission-driven work that creates meaningful impact 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Classroom Instruction & Child Development

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support children's cognitive, social-emotional, language, and physical development. 
• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that promotes school readiness and a lifelong love of learning. 
• Implement approved curriculum and daily routines using developmentally appropriate practices and Conscious Discipline strategies. 
• Conduct developmental screenings, ongoing assessments, and classroom observations to monitor each child's progress and individualize instruction. 
• Promote literacy, language development, problem-solving, and social-emotional growth through intentional teaching and play-based learning. 

Family Partnerships & Collaboration

• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and coworkers. 
• Communicate regularly with families regarding children's progress, development, and classroom activities. 
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences, home visits, and family engagement opportunities. 
• Collaborate with Family Service staff and other program specialists to support the individual needs of children and families. 
• Assist in planning classroom events, transitions, and other activities that strengthen family involvement. 

Program Quality & Compliance

• Maintain accurate classroom records and child documentation in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, licensing requirements, and agency policies. 
• Conduct daily health and safety checks and help maintain a safe, healthy learning environment. 
• Participate in staff meetings, required trainings, and ongoing professional development. 
• Support continuous quality improvement efforts and perform other related duties as assigned. 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO OUR TEAM

Required Qualifications

• Education that meets Head Start Teacher qualification requirements, including a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, associate degree, bachelor's degree, or other qualifying education. Candidates actively working toward required credentials are encouraged to apply where permitted by program requirements. 
• Valid Ohio driver's license and ability to meet agency insurability requirements. 
• Ability to actively engage with young children throughout the day, including standing, bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and participating in indoor and outdoor activities. 
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. 
• Ability to build positive partnerships with children, families, and coworkers while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. 
• Commitment to providing high-quality early childhood education and supporting the mission of Community Action Wayne/Medina. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Head Start, preschool, childcare, or another early childhood education setting. 
• Knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate practices, school readiness, and family engagement. 
• Experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds. 

OUR COMMITMENT

Community Action Wayne/Medina is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

JOIN OUR TEAM

If you're looking for meaningful work where you can help children develop the confidence, curiosity, and skills they need for lifelong success while partnering with families to build brighter futures, we encourage you to apply today.

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