<p>Come Light Up Little Lives at EBCAP Head Start!</p> <p>Imagine starting each day knowing you'll spark curiosity, nurture growth, and witness those magical "aha!" moments that make teaching so rewarding. That's what awaits you as a Lead Teacher with East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) in Warren!</p> <p>Why You'll Love This Role:</p> <p>You'll create a vibrant, nurturing classroom where children thrive and discover the joy of learning. At our Head Start program (located at 8 John Chafee Boulevard), you'll lead a dedicated teamincluding Teacher Associates, Assistants, and enthusiastic volunteersin building a space where every child feels valued, safe, and excited to explore.</p> <p>We've assembled a powerful toolkit to support your success: the Creative Curriculum, Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS), The Incredible Years, and our Classroom Behavioral Management System. You'll design engaging learning experiences that celebrate each child's intellectual, physical, and social development while partnering closely with families to create lasting impact.</p> <p>What Makes You Perfect for This:</p> <p>You bring energy, heart, creativity, and one of these qualifications:</p> <ul> <li> <p>RI Department of Education teacher certification in Early Childhood Education, or</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's or Associate degree in ECE with 3 months of supervised teaching experience, or</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's or Associate in a related field* with infant/toddler classroom experience</p> </li><li> <p>Related fields include Human Development, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Child & Family Studies</p> </li></ul> <p>The Perks That Make You Smile:</p> <p>We believe in taking care of the people who care for our community! Full-time team members (30-40 hours/week) enjoy:</p> <ul> <li>Healthcare that works for you: Subsidized medical and dental insurance (BCBSRI) plus vision coverage </li><li>Plan for your future: Up to 3% organization match on your 403(b) retirement plan after one year of employment </li><li>Peace of mind: Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability </li><li>Time to recharge: Generous paid vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick time </li><li>Grow with us: Tuition reimbursement and center-paid training </li><li>Support when you need it: Employee assistance program and flexible healthcare spending accounts </li></ul> <p>Ready to Make a Difference?</p> <p>Join our team where your passion for early childhood education meets a supportive community that celebrates your contributions every day!</p> <p>East Bay Community Action Program is committed to building a work environment that is healthy & reflects our community. We can't wait to meet you!</p>