What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forsyth Head Start Teacher position at Forsyth County Head Start?
Forsyth County Head Start
133 Samaritan Drive, Cumming GA 30040
Phone: (678) 513-8611
Fax: (678) 513-8752
Position: Head Start Teacher
About Us:
Forsyth County Head Start is located in Cumming, GA. It is a high-quality early childhood program that is accredited by Bright from the Start Day Care licensing and Georgia's Quality Rated Program.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- Casual work attire
- On-the-job training
- Safe work environment
Forsyth County Head Start is looking for Teachers to join our team and provide support to our teachers and students. The ideal candidates will have a passion for education and be able to assist with classroom activities, assessments, and other administrative tasks. The successful candidate will also be able to provide additional support to students who may need extra help in their studies.
Responsibilities:
- Provide a safe, nurturing, stimulating and secure learning environment
- Monitor and record progress of children
- Maintain all required documentation
- Work to provide early establishment of a trusting and productive partnership with students’ families to promote the advancement of those children and families
- Meet all guidelines, policies and expectations of the classroom, center and NDO
- Work to insure that all aspects of the program meet or exceed Head Start Performance Standards and other requirements as set forth in the funding agency regulations
- Work to insure that all aspects of the program meet or exceed all requirements set forth by the governing agency
- Follow all guidelines set forth in the Ninth District Opportunity’s Personnel Policies, Procedures Manual, and Operations Plan
- Attend training sessions as required by the agency
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cumming, GA 30040: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Qualifications:
- REQUIRES Bachelor's Degree, or higher and MUST BE in Early Childhood Education or related field. (NO EXCEPTIONS).
- Acceptable criminal records check
- Experience with preschool or kindergarten age children, including those with special needs
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle that can be used on the job
- Aware of cultural and linguistic diversity of the children and families we serve
- Knowledgeable of basic computer skill
Interested candidates should respond to the Center Director Rufina Garcia @ 678-513-8611 ext.1.
Position will be closed by Dec. 19th, 2025.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $26