Head Start Lead Teacher

Community Action Partnership of Strafford County

Head Start Lead Teacher providing comprehensive services for preschool age children. Focusing on development of the whole child, implementing Creative Curriculum and maintaining communication with families.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeRochester • New Hampshire • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide active supervision of children at all times, following active supervision policies and procedures
Plan and provide a comprehensive program that includes at-risk children, children with disabilities, and those from diverse families
Conduct developmental screening of children within 45 days of enrollment
Create a positive classroom-home connection, maintaining professional and appropriate communication with families and guardians

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with 30 credits in Early Childhood Education (bachelor's degree preferred)
Minimum two years’ experience working with preschool age children
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to utilize online data systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive services that support the development of the whole child
Health insurance
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Developmental ScreeningProgram PlanningActive SupervisionChild Development KnowledgeInclusive Education Practices

Soft Skills

CommunicationProfessionalismCollaboration