Head Start Teacher – Sikeston, MO

About the role

The Head Start Teacher provides a safe, supervised educational environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in the Sikeston Head Start program. The role focuses on fostering school‑readiness, encouraging parent involvement, and ensuring compliance with federal Head Start standards.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver a supervised, nurturing classroom and outdoor learning setting.
• Coordinate and implement curriculum that meets Head Start/Early Head Start school‑readiness goals.
• Promote parent participation in all program activities.
• Maintain compliance with Federal Head Start Performance Standards and local policies.

Required profile

• High School Diploma or GED plus Infant/Toddler CDA (or obtain within 3 months) for Early Head Start; or Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education for Head Start.
• Minimum two years classroom teaching experience with infants/toddlers or preschoolers.
• Valid Missouri driver’s license, personal vehicle for home visits, and Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days.
• Current enrollment in the Child Care Division‑Central Background Registry and biennial renewal.

Required skills

• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including internet navigation and email use.

What we offer

• Employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employer‑subsidized retirement plan.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and tuition support for training.