Top 77 Head start teacher Jobs in Philadelphia, Pa

Early Childhood Education Lead Teacher - Head Start
Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance —Philadelphia, PA
- $45,000 - $48,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head Start Teacher
Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia —Philadelphia, PA
- $47,095 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Driver's License
- Preschool
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Early Learning Centers - Infant and Toddler Teacher
KenCrest Services —Philadelphia, PA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Associate's degree
- Child Development Associate Certification
- Loan forgiveness
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Preschool Teacher - Pre-K Counts Certified
Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia —Philadelphia, PA
- $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Head Start Teacher
Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia —Camden, NJ
- $19.96 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Driver's License
- Preschool
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Lead Early Head Start Teacher
Learning Central Preschool —Philadelphia, PA
- $24 - $29 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- School experience
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Early Head Start Teacher
Learning Central Preschool —Philadelphia, PA
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- School experience
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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Lead Teacher/Assistant Teacher
PEOPLE FOR PEOPLE EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (Keystone 4 Star Center) PHL PreK partnership —Philadelphia, PA
- $18 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Early Head Start Teacher
Xiente —Philadelphia, PA
- $15.71 - $19.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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HEAD TEACHER
TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY —Philadelphia, PA
- $26.50 - $29.51 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Preschool
EHS LEAD TEACHER
TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY —Philadelphia, PA
- $21.02 - $22.21 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
EHS FLOATING TEACHER
TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY —Philadelphia, PA
- $17.86 - $24.87 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Bachelor's degree
Head Start Instructor
Delaware County Intermediate Unit —Media, PA
- $29,190 - $43,790 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
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EHS TEACHER
TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY —Philadelphia, PA
- $17.86 - $21.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Preschool
Early Childhood Education Teacher
The WRK Group —Wilmington, DE
- $20.00 - $28.21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
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Early Head Start Teacher
Phoenixville Area Children's Learning Centers —Phoenixville, PA
- $18 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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9d
Co-Teacher Lower School
Benchmark School —Media, PA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Master's degree
- Math
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Preschool Teachers
Chinatown Learning Center —Philadelphia, PA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Bachelor of Science
- Preschool
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ESS Substitute Teacher Assistant-PreK - Daily & Long-Term Available!
ESS Education —Philadelphia, PA
- $15 an hour
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Preschool
- Flexible schedule
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Abbott Teacher - KCNA Camden (336)
Center for Family Services —Camden, NJ
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Early Childhood Education Lead Teacher - Head Start

Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance -
Philadelphia, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$45,000 - $48,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Mandated Reporter Training (MRT)
Classroom management
Bachelor's degree
First Aid Certification
Classroom experience
Lesson planning
Teaching experience with young children
Classroom Teaching
Teaching
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

Position Summary:

The Lead Teacher is responsible for maintaining the daily operations of the assigned classroom an supervising children, paraprofessionals, and support staff. This role ensures a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment while supporting the developmental needs of children. Responsibilities include lesson planning, classroom management, documentation, and maintaining strong communication with families and staff. Duties may extend beyond the classroom setting and may require occasional lifting of children and materials.

Key Responsibilities:

Actively engage with children to support their learning and development across physical, emotional, social, and cognitive domains
Plan, implement, and execute developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities based on student assessments
Manage daily classroom operations, including supervision of staff, volunteers, and children
Ensure compliance with standards set by regulatory and accrediting bodies (e.g., Department of Human Services, NAEYC, Keystone STARS)
Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and inviting classroom environment
Document and maintain accurate records, including anecdotal notes, incident/accident reports, and child development plans (L.A.P., IPP/IEP)
Communicate professionally with parents, guardians, staff, and community stakeholders
Provide routine updates to parents regarding children’s progress, behavior, and well-being; escalate concerns to Center Management as needed
Participate in monthly developmental meetings and semi-annual parent-teacher conferences
Develop and manage classroom schedules, including staff assignments and break coverage
Maintain attendance records, meal forms, and required documentation
Keep Center Management informed of classroom needs, concerns, and updates
Supervise and mentor paraprofessionals within the classroom
Conduct home visits when applicable
Perform additional duties as assigned by Center Management

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field required

Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching young children
Experience in classroom management, lesson planning, and child assessment preferred

Skills & Competencies:

Strong knowledge of early childhood development and instructional practices
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage a classroom and supervise staff effectively
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and with external service providers

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in licensed early childhood programs
Familiarity with Keystone STARS, NAEYC, or similar quality standards

Certifications & Training Requirements:

Completion of 24 PQAS hours per school year

Required trainings include:

Health & Safety
Mandated Reporter
CPR & First Aid
Fire Safety

Working Conditions:

Classroom-based environment with frequent interaction with young children. May require occasional work outside the classroom (e.g., meetings, home visits). May require lifting children and classroom materials.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift children and classroom materials, bend, sit on the floor, and move actively throughout the day to supervise and engage with children.

Additional Application Requirements:

Must successfully pass required background checks prior to employment
Verification of education and work experience required
Pre-employment substance abuse screening required
Interested applicants must submit a resume

Benefits:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

Professional development support

Equal Opportunity Statement:

GPCA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Acknowledgement:

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required.

Statement:

All positions are contingent upon the successful completion and passing of required background checks and a health assessment prior to employment.

Pay: $45,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Must successfully pass required background checks prior to employment
Verification of education and work experience required

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

teaching young children: 1 year (Required)
Keystone STARS, NAEYC,: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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