- Salary
- $20 – $28/hr
- Location
- Watertown, SD
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- ApplicantPro
Description
Your Next Classroom
As a Head Start Early Childhood Teacher, you’ll spark curiosity and build a strong foundation for young learners—helping children gain confidence, skills, and a love of learning. This role exists to deliver high-quality early childhood education while supporting each child’s growth and readiness for what’s next.
Key responsibilities include:
- Create a safe, engaging classroom that supports early learning goals
- Lead developmentally appropriate instruction and meaningful learning experiences
- Observe, document, and support children’s progress in partnership with families
- Maintain classroom routines, records, and compliance with program standards
- Collaborate with teammates and community partners to enrich learning
Required qualifications/skills:
- Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with experience
- Strong communication, organization, and classroom leadership
- Commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive practice
Ready to make every day count? Apply now to become our next Head Start Early Childhood Teacher.
Rewards That Matter
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 403(b) Retirement Plan, Summers Off
A Day That Flies
Your day as a Head Start Early Childhood Teacher kicks off with a warm welcome and a classroom that’s ready for discovery. You guide hands-on moments that build language, social connection, motor development, and thinking skills—then shift gears to small-group and individual activities that keep every child engaged. Between transitions, you fine-tune upcoming lessons, line up local businesses, professionals, or special guests to bring learning to life, and refresh materials so the room stays dynamic. Throughout the day, you nurture social-emotional growth by noticing each child’s strengths, honoring diverse backgrounds, and helping children practice kindness, confidence, and self-regulation.