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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.
Hiring for Two Positions Starting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026
40 hours/week, approximately 42 weeks/year (summer layoff). Rate of pay during first 60- working day probationary period is $28.08/hour; post probationary rate of pay is $28.76/hour.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field and a current Vermont Agency of Education teaching license with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education. Licensure with an additional endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education is 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 record-keeping skills; valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation; physical ability to carry out required tasks. Learn more
As a Head Start Toddler 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 infants and toddlers. 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
Hiring for Two Positions Starting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026
40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year. Rate of pay depends on qualifications. 60 working day probationary wage range is $23.73-$28.08/hour; hourly rate of pay after 60 working day probationary period ends ranges from $24.07-$28.76/hour.
As an Early Head Start Toddler Teacher, you will serve as co-teacher in an outcomes oriented, team environment, and provide safe, healthy, friendly, and developmentally appropriate environments and experiences for infants and toddlers. 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, 52 weeks/year. Starting 60 day probationary wage: $23.73-28.08 per hour and increases to $24.07-28.76 per hour after 60 day probationary period, depending on qualifications. Health plan and excellent benefits.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related education f ield; Infant toddler specific education and experience that meets or exceeds the requirements for an Infant Toddler CDA Credential; 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 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 an Early Head Start Toddler 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 infants and toddlers. 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, 52 weeks/year. Rate of pay depends on qualifications. Range of pay for first 60 working day probationary period is $22.96-$23.73/hour; after 60 working days, wage increases to $23.29-$24.07/hour. Excellent health plan and benefits. Learn more
As an Early Head Start Toddler 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 infants and toddlers. 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, 52 weeks/year. 60 working day probationary wage $22.96-23.73/hour; after 60 working days, wage increases to $23.29-24.07/ hour, depending on qualifications. Health plan and excellent benefits.
Requirements: Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related education field; Infant toddler specific education and experience that meets or exceeds the requirements for an Infant Toddler CDA Credential; 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 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 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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