Head Start Teacher - Forbes

Between $23.99 and

$27.30

Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in Travis County $12.61 - $23.29 Per hour

Head Start Teacher - Forbes

CHILD INC

Occupation: Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

Location: Austin, TX - 78754

Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted: 05/28/2026

Positions available: 1

Source: WorkInTexas

Web Site: WorkInTexas

Onsite / Remote: Work onsite all of the time

Updated: 05/31/2026

Expires: 06/27/2026

Job #: 17020099

Job Requirements and Properties

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Work Onsite

Full Time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

12 Month(s)

Age

21 and up

Schedule

Full Time

Job Type

Regular

Duration

Permanent Employment

Shift

Day Shift

Public Transit

Available

Benefits

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The Head Start Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing a high-quality early childhood education program that supports the cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and language development of preschool-aged children. This role creates a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment aligned with Head Start Performance Standards and Texas child care regulations.

The teacher works closely with families, support staff, and community partners to promote school readiness and family engagement while ensuring the developmental needs of each child are met.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities.

Foster a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment.

Support children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.

Conduct ongoing child observations, assessments, and developmental screenings.

Maintain accurate student records and documentation.

Collaborate with parents and guardians to support family engagement and student success.

Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, licensing requirements, and health/safety regulations.

Manage classroom behavior using positive guidance techniques.

Coordinate with disabilities, mental health, nutrition, and family support staff.

Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and training sessions.

Supervise classroom assistants, aides, or volunteers as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.

CDA (Child Development Associate) credential or ability to obtain within required timeframe.

Experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom setting.

Knowledge of child development principles and early learning standards.

Strong communication and classroom management skills.

Ability to pass background checks and meet state licensing requirements.

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Experience with Head Start or federally funded early childhood programs.

Familiarity with trauma-informed care and inclusive classroom practices.

Skills & Competencies

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Child assessment and documentation

Family engagement

Team collaboration

Cultural competency

Organization and time management

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and active engagement with children.

Ability to supervise children indoors and outdoors.