What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at Holyoke Headstart?
A STRONG COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS
WHERE PASSION MEETS PURPOSE
SIGN ON BONUS = $3,000.00
Deadline for Applications: August 31, 2026, or until the position is filled.
Preschool Teacher
- Successful candidate must
- Provide EEC Lead Teacher Preschool Certification, EEC DI Certification, AND
- Possess an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR
- Be enrolled in an Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education or related field with an expected completion date within one year of hire
Starting Pay: $28.74 $30.18, depending on education and experience
Schedule: 40 hours per week; 52 weeks per week
Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30 hours per week)
- Birthday off with pay
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid sick, personal, vacation days
- 403b retirement plan with maximum 3% Agency match
- Education reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Health & dental insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
- Unique in-classroom and in-agency support
- Embedded Professional Development
- Career-Growth Coaching & Support
- In-house Comprehensive Support Team helps teachers in all aspects of their work
EOE/AA
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $29 - $30