Head Start Preschool Teacher
75 Days Old
General Head Start/Head Start Teacher
Date Posted:
5/13/2025
Location:
BCIU Learning Center at St Paul`sAre you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!
Summary of position:
The teacher is responsible for implementing the curriculum and for providing a safe and secure classroom environment that meets the needs of all participating preschool children in program.
Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):
- Implement early childhood curriculum, students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and conduct assessments that are appropriate to the developmental age levels in the class.
- Organize the space in the classroom to make the best use of materials and activities available to provide maximum benefit to the children and maintain safety standards.
- Establish rules appropriate to a child's developmental level using Positive Behavior Support Strategies and exercise authority to handle classroom emergencies.
- Coordinate related services with classroom activities (provide orientation and training for classroom team members).
Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development or related field required/ B.S in Early Childhood Education with ECE certification, preferred.
- Ability to perform the following physical activities: stoop, run, sit, stand, walk, bend, lift children, carry thirty (30) pounds, be outside in all seasons, be inside, prepare food, hear within normal ranges, and see within normal ranges.
- Ability to work with and relate to young children and families of diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work in harmony with administrative, instructional, and non-instructional personnel.
- Experience in an early childhood setting preferred.
Schedule:
7.5 hours/day, 209 days/year
Salary:
Beginning at $27.59/hour (salary based on education level) Per Head Start Salary Scale
Attachment(s):
- HS Preschool Teacher_06262024.doc
- Location:
- Reading
