What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Head Start Teacher position at Utah Community Action?
Now Hiring: Early Head Start Teacher
Are you passionate about shaping the earliest years of a child's life? Do you believe in the power of nurturing, responsive care during infancy and toddlerhood? If so, we'd love to meet you!
We're looking for a dedicated Early Head Start Teacher to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children from birth to age 3 and their families.
What You'll Do
As an Early Head Start Teacher, you'll be a vital part of a collaborative classroom team, providing high-quality care and education in a supportive environment. Your role will include:
- Creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging space for infants and toddlers
- Supporting children's development through intentional play and learning activities
- Building strong, respectful relationships with families
- Ensuring the well-being, supervision, and daily care of children in your classroom
Schedule
- Full-time (40 hours/week), year-round
- Typical hours: 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Compensation & Benefits
We value the important work you do and offer a competitive package:
- $23.21/hour
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with up to $2,500 match
- 401(k) with 5% employer match
- Short- and long-term disability, accident, and life insurance
- 11 paid holidays
- Paid time off between Christmas and New Year's
- Up to 192 hours of PTO annually
- 1 hour of paid self-care time every week
Required Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education (infant/toddler focus), or Infant Toddler CDA credential
- At least 1 year of related experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Human Development (infant/toddler focus)
- Experience with Early Head Start programs
- Experience working with infants/toddlers, teen mothers, or families experiencing homelessness
- Bilingual skills in languages spoken by the families we serve
Why Join Us?
This is more than a job-it's a chance to make a lasting difference during the most critical years of a child's development. If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters and you enjoy coming to work each day, this is the place for you.
Ready to inspire, nurture, and grow with us? Apply today!
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