What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Teacher position at Creative Home Academy and Preschool, LLC?
Head Start Lead Teacher (Ages 3–5)
Creative Home Academy & Preschool
Where Learning Is Creative!
Position Summary
Creative Home Academy & Preschool is seeking a passionate, dependable, and experienced Head Start Lead Teacher to provide high-quality early childhood education for children ages 3–5. This is a 10-month contracted position for the 2026–2027 school year.
The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences while ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, Porter-Leath partnership requirements, and Tennessee Department of Human Services (DHS) Child Care Licensing Rules.
Essential Responsibilities
- Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with the approved curriculum and school readiness goals.
- Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
- Maintain active supervision and ensure compliance with all child health and safety regulations.
- Complete child observations, developmental screenings, assessments, lesson plans, and required documentation within established timelines.
- Build positive relationships with families through ongoing communication and family engagement activities.
- Participate in coaching, CLASS observations, professional development, and continuous quality improvement.
- Maintain compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, Porter-Leath policies, Creative Home Academy procedures, and Tennessee DHS Child Care Licensing Rules.
Minimum Qualifications
- Meet the minimum educational qualifications required for a Head Start Lead Teacher under current Head Start regulations.
- Meet all minimum employment qualifications required to work in a Tennessee DHS Licensed Child Care Program.
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Successful criminal background clearance and all required pre-employment screenings.
- Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Previous Head Start or preschool teaching experience.
- Experience with CLASS observations, child assessments, and family engagement.
Why Join Creative Home Academy?
At Creative Home Academy & Preschool, Where Learning Is Creative, we are committed to developing exceptional educators who inspire children, support families, and prepare children for kindergarten success. We offer a collaborative work environment, instructional coaching, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for career growth.