Top 18 Head start Jobs in Cincinnati, Oh

Head Start Child Coach
Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency —Cincinnati, OH
- $21.85 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Work from home
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Head Start Fiscal and Program Support Specialist
Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium —Cincinnati, OH
- Full-time
- School experience
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
Head Start Education Supervisor
Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency —Cincinnati, OH
- $24.40 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Classroom
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
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Family Advocate
Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency —Cincinnati, OH
- $40,040 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Customer service
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Early Childhood Coach
NORTHERN KENTUCKY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION INC —Newport, KY
- $25.76 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Classroom
- Microsoft Outlook
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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Mentor Teacher
Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency —Cincinnati, OH
- $21.85 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Classroom
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
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Early Head Start Classroom Aide
Child Focus Inc —Cincinnati, OH
- $15.45 an hour
- Classroom
- Driver's License
- Reliable transportation
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Substitute Classroom Aide - Early Head Start/Head Start
Child Focus Inc —Cincinnati, OH
- $15.35 an hour
- Background check
- Classroom
- Local
- Opportunities for advancement
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Grantee Child Services Coordinator
Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency —Cincinnati, OH
- $21.85 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Work from home
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Mental Health Manager at Head Start- Part Time Casual
Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium —Cincinnati, OH
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Head Start Classroom Aide
Child Focus Inc —Cincinnati, OH
- $15.35 an hour
- Seasonal
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Head Start Teacher
NORTHERN KENTUCKY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION INC —Newport, KY
- $17.01 - $20.73 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
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Early Head Start Teacher - Infant/Toddler
Child Focus Inc —Cincinnati, OH
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Pass drug screening
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Senior Director Education
NORTHERN KENTUCKY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION INC —Newport, KY
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- 7 years
- Teaching Certification
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Infant Toddler Teacher Assistant--30 Hours--Lebanon
Warren County Community Services —Lebanon, OH
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Part-Time Early Head Start Assistant Teacher
LEARNING GROVE —Covington, KY
- From $14 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- In-person
- Associate's degree
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Casual Substitute - Head Start
Butler County Educational Service Center —Hamilton, OH
- $15.25 - $16.11 an hour
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Flexible schedule

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Head Start Child Coach

Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency -
Cincinnati, OH

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Job Details

$21.85 an hour

Benefits

Work from home

Qualifications

School experience
Customer service
Coaching
Trauma-sensitive environment
Employee relationship building
Driver's License
Documentation tools
Professional development support
Bachelor's degree
Mentoring
Data interpretation
Relationship management
Classroom experience
Productivity software
Classroom Teaching
Adult education
Constructive feedback for students
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Website: www.cincy-caa.org

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title:

Head Start Child Coach

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Business Unit:

Head Start

Pay Grade:

Department:

Grantee Services

Revision Date:

04-2025

Company Address (work location may be different):

Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency * 1740 Langdon Farm Road * Cincinnati, Ohio 45237

ABOUT US

At the Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency (CAA), we envision an equitable community where everyone has the tools and resources to be self-sufficient. Our mission is clear: through advocacy, high-quality programs, and strong community partnerships, our dedicated team is breaking down barriers to equity and opportunity while building self-sufficiency across generations. Our values guide us in everything we do: we serve with passion, collaborate as a team, have compassion for others, use our talents to do transformational work, and strive to continuously improve.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Head Start Child Coach at CHCCAA plays a crucial role in advancing our mission to expand opportunities and build self-sufficiency for our community members. This position is responsible for providing individualized, developmentally appropriate coaching and support to young children enrolled in the Head Start program. This position focuses on enhancing each child’s growth across developmental domains, with special attention to social-emotional, behavioral, and cognitive skills. Working in close partnership with classroom and family support staff, the Child Coach helps children overcome developmental challenges, build self-regulation skills, and reach school readiness goals. Through direct interaction, observation, and child-centered interventions, the Child Coach plays a vital role in creating supportive, inclusive learning environments where all children can thrive. The ideal candidate will use their skills to embody our values and contribute to our vision of a thriving, self-sufficient community.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Child Development Support

Promote the healthy development of young children by supporting teaching staff in implementing developmentally appropriate practices that align with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
Provide individualized and small-group coaching sessions with children to support growth in areas such as language, motor skills, cognitive development, and social interaction.
Use developmentally appropriate practices and play-based techniques to reinforce skills and learning objectives.
Monitor each child’s progress toward developmental milestones and support school readiness goals through direct interaction.

2. Behavioral and Emotional Support

Build trusting, consistent relationships with children to support self-regulation, emotional expression, and resilience.
Implement individualized behavior support strategies in coordination with classroom staff and specialists.
Support children experiencing behavioral challenges by providing calming techniques, conflict resolution modeling, and emotional coaching.
Assist teachers in proactively managing challenging behaviors through observation, modeling, and feedback on effective techniques.
Collaborate with mental health staff and other specialists to support children with behavioral or emotional concerns.

3. Family Engagement

Build strong, supportive relationships with family service staff, ensuring regular communication and participation in the child’s learning journey.
Partner with teachers and family service staff to understand each child’s unique needs, strengths, and background.
Share strategies and tools to reinforce developmental and emotional goals at home.
Participate in family conferences and home visits as appropriate to support a strong home-school connection.
Promote culturally responsive practices that respect and incorporate family values, languages, and traditions.

4. Observations and Assessments

Observe children in the classroom setting to identify developmental strengths and areas for support.
Assist in the completion of developmental screenings and assessments, including social-emotional tools.
Maintain documentation of coaching sessions, progress notes, and observation records for each child served.

5. Classroom and Curriculum Support

Collaborate with teachers to align individual child coaching with classroom learning activities. Assist with the implementation of age-appropriate, culturally responsive curriculum.
Support inclusive classroom environments by helping children with specific needs participate fully in daily routines and learning experiences.
Introduce materials and activities that enhance developmental skill-building within the classroom setting. Promote activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and learning through play.

6. Collaboration and Teamwork

Work closely with teachers, family service workers, and mental health and disabilities specialists to develop and implement individualized support plans.
Participate in case reviews, child study teams, and interdisciplinary planning meetings.
Contribute insights on child behavior and development to help guide holistic support strategies.

7. Professional Development

Engage in ongoing professional learning related to child development, trauma-informed care, positive behavior support, and early childhood intervention.
Stay up to date on Head Start Performance Standards and best practices in early childhood coaching.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by staff assigned to this job classification. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Additionally, CAA management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work or a related field
At least three (3) years of experience working with young children in early childhood education, with direct classroom experience required; experience in a Head Start setting is preferred
Deep understanding of child development and early learning best practices
Culturally responsive and trauma-informed approach
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and child assessment/data systems

Skills and Competencies:

Strong coaching, mentoring, and adult learning skills
Ability to build trusting relationships and provide constructive feedback
Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills

Required Job Competencies

CAA Core Competencies:

Passion for service to the community
Compassion for others – empathy, respect, caring, kindness
Collaboration and teamwork
Commitment to continuous improvement

Position-Specific Competencies:

Ability to assess needs, develop individualized coaching plans, and monitor progress
Analytical skills - able to compile, assess and act on data
Communication – able to effectively exchange information with others through verbal, nonverbal, and written methods
Customer service - willingness and ability to provide high-quality support, assistance and solutions wherever needed
Interpersonal - can effectively interact, communicate and build positive relationships with others
Listening – active and empathetic listener with the patience to hear people out and understand their needs or concerns, even when they are under stress
Organization – able to multi-task, prioritize work and meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Problem-solving - can effectively recognize, assess and resolve issues

Other Requirements:

A valid driver's license and valid automobile insurance must be maintained.
Must have reliable Wi-Fi access to support remote work as needed.
Must pass a background screening and have a current physical

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions:

Work Location – Main office is 1740 Langdon Farm Road, Cincinnati, Ohio, but will be required to travel to different Head Start centers and occasional travel to meet with families or partner agencies.
Work Hours – generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with flexibility to support some evening or weekend availability as needed.
Onsite work is in an office and early education classroom environment
This position is eligible for remote work up to two days per week, defined by department schedules, assuming all eligibility and performance criteria are met and maintained. Hybrid work is not guaranteed and may be withdrawn or changed at management discretion.
Planned and unplanned travel to and from Head Start Center and other C-HCCAA or meeting/conference locations, including overnight and/or out of town travel may be required

Physical Requirements:

Use hands to manipulate, handle, feel, and control items or equipment
Walk, bend, kneel, and reach
Lift a 20-60 lb. child, using all safety precautions
Stand, sit, and play with infants and toddlers for long periods of time
Conduct both outdoor and indoor activities, in both warm and cold temperatures
Talk, hear, and communicate with parents
See and be able to read, write, and interpret written documents

The Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Functions, Qualifications, Requirements and Physical Demands listed in this job description represent the essential functions of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The listed Job Functions do not necessarily include all activities that the incumbent may perform.

Your employment with the Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency is entered into voluntarily or “at-will,” meaning that both you and the employer may end the employment relationship with or without reason, cause or notice unless otherwise prohibited by law. You are free to terminate your employment at any time, with or without cause. Similarly, C-HCCAA has the right to terminate the employee’s employment, or otherwise alter an employee’s position, duties, title or compensation at any time, with or without cause or notice. Therefore, the only employment relationship that exists is one terminable at will by either the employee or C‑HCCAA.

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head start jobs in cincinnati, oh

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Head Start Fiscal and Program Support Specialist

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Substitute Classroom Aide - Early Head Start/Head Start

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