Learn from our teachers about their experience being part of our team.
Make an impact in the lives of young children and their families!
Experience a supportive working environment with strong colleagueship
Excellent benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous time off, a retirement plan and discounted gym membership.
As a Head Start Preschool Teacher, you will serve as lead or co-teacher in an outcomes-oriented, team environment, and provide safe, healthy, friendly, and developmentally appropriate environments and experiences for children ages 3– 5. Motivated Head Start teachers improve the trajectory of children’s lives, including children’s learning outcomes, living standards, and later academic and professional success. If you want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, consider joining the Head Start community. 40 hours/week, approximately 42 weeks/year (summer layoff). Rate of pay during first 60- working day probationary period is $22.81- $27.26/hour depending on credentials; post probationary rate of pay is $24.07-$28.75/hour depending on credentials. Health plan and excellent benefits.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related education field; Vermont educator’s license with early childhood education endorsement preferred; knowledge and experience in developmentally appropriate early childhood practice, child outcome assessment, child behavior management, and curriculum planning, development and implementation; a commitment to social justice and to working with families with limited financial resources; excellent verbal and written communication (bilingual abilities a plus!), documentation, and recordkeeping skills; valid driver’s license, clean driving record and access to reliable transportation; physical ability to carry out required tasks. Learn more
As a Head Start Preschool Teacher Associate, you will work in an outcomes-oriented, team environment, and assist the classroom team in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate environment and experiences for preschool children. Motivated Head Start educators improve the trajectory of children’s lives, including children’s learning outcomes, living standards, and later academic and professional success. If you want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, consider joining the Head Start community. 40 hours/week, approximately 42 weeks/year (summer layoff). Pay Range: $22.08-$24.07/hour, depending on qualifications. Health plan and excellent benefits.
Requirements: Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related education field; knowledge and experience in developmentally appropriate early childhood practice, child outcome assessment, child behavior management, and curriculum planning, development and implementation; a commitment to working with families with limited financial resources; excellent verbal and written communication (bilingual abilities a plus!), documentation, and record-keeping skills; valid driver’s license, clean driving record and access to reliable transportation; physical ability to carry out required tasks. Learn more
As a Head Start Preschool Teacher, you will serve as lead or co-teacher in an outcome oriented, team environment, and provide safe, healthy, friendly, and developmentally appropriate environments and experiences for children ages 3–5. Motivated Head Start teachers improve the trajectory of children’s lives, including children’s learning outcomes, living standards, and later academic and professional success. If you want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, consider joining the Head Start community. 40 hours/week, approximately 42 weeks/year (summer layoff). Rate of pay during first 60- working day probationary period is $22.81- $27.26/hour depending on credentials; post probationary rate of pay is $24.07-$28.75/hour depending on credentials. Health plan and excellent benefits. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related education field; Vermont educator’s license with early childhood education endorsement preferred; knowledge and experience in developmentally appropriate early childhood practice, child outcome assessment, child behavior management, and curriculum planning, development and implementation; a commitment to social justice and to working with families with limited financial resources; effective verbal and written communication (bilingual abilities a plus!), documentation, and record-keeping skills; valid driver’s license, clean driving record and access to reliable transportation; physical ability to carry out required tasks. Learn more
As a CVHS Classroom Assistant, you will work in an outcomes-oriented team environment to provide individualized support to a specific child and the classroom teaching team for 32 hours per week. Training and ongoing support will be provided. 32 hours/week, approximately 42 weeks/year (summer layoff). $20/hour. Health plan and excellent benefits.
Requirements: The Classroom Assistant must; meet required screenings and complete background checks in compliance with Vermont Licensing Regulations for Center-Based Childcare and Preschool Program Regulations, be at least eighteen (18) years of age, be able to comprehend basic written format, and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
Has at least a high school diploma OR has completed a GED and completes the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course or the Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate within the first twelve (12) months of employment, OR has at least a high school diploma OR has completed a GED and a three (3) college credit course in child or human development or in school-age care and education within the first twelve (12) months of employment, and, have a commitment to social justice and to working with families with limited financial resources; access to reliable transportation; and physical ability to carry out required tasks. Learn more
As a CVHS Substitute, you will work “as needed” in an early education classroom setting.
REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma; 1–3 years related experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired; a commitment to social justice and to working with families with limited financial resources; excellent verbal and written communication (bilingual abilities a plus!), documentation, and record-keeping skills; valid driver’s license, clean driving record and access to reliable transportation; physical ability to carry out required tasks, and a can-do, extra-mile attitude. $20.00 /hour. Learn More
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