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Head Start Teacher/Center Specialist

Central Nebraska Community Action Partnership, Inc.
Ord, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 10/30/2025 CLOSED ON 12/16/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Teacher/Center Specialist position at Central Nebraska Community Action Partnership, Inc.?

POSITION SUMMARY: Provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment, and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners. Supervise teachers and support staff as assigned, and coordinate center/classroom including daily scheduling, supplies, paperwork, and parent communications.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Promote school readiness for children, families, and community members
  2. Supervise staff and monitor children
  3. Develop and utilize lesson plans according to the guidance
  4. Works with families to identify goals, strengths, and needs and supports them in the process
  5. Complete two parent/teacher conferences in the center
  6. Document child/family recruitment efforts
  7. Collect and submit the requested data
  8. Adhere to all CNCAP-related policies and procedures
  9. Promote the program and agency in a positive and professional manner

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood
  2. Valid driver's license
  3. 3-5 years of experience working in Early Childhood

SKILLS & ABILITIES

  1. Problem-solving & communication skills
  2. Lesson planning
  3. Supervisory & Leadership skills
  4. Excellent time-management and organizational skills
  5. Demonstrated ability to work with others

SCHEDULE: Monday-Thursday: 7 am - 5 pm

REPORTS TO: Area Manager/Education Coordinator/Coach

JOB STATUS: Full-Time

PAY: $22.90 - $24.00/hour (depending on qualifications)

BENEFITS:

  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
  • Generous leave accrual (PTO)
  • 9 paid holidays
  • Paid birthday off
  • Employer-matched retirement (up to 3%)
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Employee Assistance Program

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

Disclaimer

This position description is not intended, and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to accurately reflect those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development, and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

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Salary : $23 - $24

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