HEAD START IS THE RIGHT START TO YOUR NEW CAREER!

Good pay.  Generous benefits.  In-agency support team.  Professional growth opportunities. $1,000 sign-on bonus.

What’s great about working at HCS Head Start?

We help our teachers succeed, so our students can succeed.
Discover our generous BENEFITS packages.

Full Time Benefits (30+ hours per week)

  • Birthday off with pay
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Paid sick and personal days
  • 403b retirement plan with maximum 3% Agency match
  • Education reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health & dental insurance, employer paid life and long term disability insurance
  • First Aid and CPR recertification in-house, no cost to employees
  • Unique in-classroom and in-agency support
  • Embedded Professional Development
  • Career-Growth Coaching & Support
  • In-house Comprehensive Support Team helps teachers in all aspects of their work

Part Time Benefits (less than 30 hours per week)

  • Birthday off with pay
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Paid sick and personal days
  • 403b retirement plan with maximum 3% Agency match
  • Education reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Unique in-classroom and in-agency support
  • Embedded Professional Development
  • Career-Growth Coaching & Support
  • In-house Comprehensive Support Team helps teachers in all aspects of their work

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All positions require experience with and sensitivity to the education, health, nutrition and child care needs of lower income, culturally diverse, and at-risk families. Bilingual and/or bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Open Positions: HCS Head Start

ADMINISTRATION

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Enrollment Administrative Support
Position responsible for answering the phones in the enrollment department, responding to emails and greeting visitors in a professional office setting. The position supports the maintenance of enrollment records, input of application data, pre-screens for eligibility, and scheduling of appointments. This position performs a wide variety of tasks such as filing, database input, copying, filing, scanning, ordering supplies, etc. This position must be able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks. The candidate must have solid administrative skills, adhere to strict confidentiality procedures, must be proficient with MS office programs, and have excellent communication skills.

Education and Certification Requirements

  • High School or GED required; Associate’s degree in business administration or related field preferred.

Experience

  • 2 years of administrative experience required.

Qualities and Skills

  • Bilingual English/Spanish required.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
  • Strong time management, organizational, written, and verbal skills required.
  • Strong computer skills required.
  • Knowledge of state subsidized childcare preferred.
  • Head Start experience preferred

Full Time: 40 hours per week
Full Year: 52 weeks per year
Starting Pay: $20.57 per hour

EDUCATION

Full Year Positions

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Successful candidate must

  • Provide EEC Lead Teacher Preschool Certification OR
  • Possess a CDA in Preschool OR
  • Be enrolled in a Program to obtain a CDA or Lead Teacher Certification through the Department of Early Education and Care with an expected completion date within one year of hire

Full Time: 35/40 hours per week
Full Year: 52 weeks per year
Starting Pay: $15.45 – $18.17 depending on education

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Successful candidate must

  • Provide EEC I/T Lead Teacher Certification, EEC DI Certification, AND
  • Possess an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR
  • Be enrolled in an Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education or related field with an expected completion date within one year of hire

Full Time: 35/40 hours per week
Full Year: 52 weeks
Starting Pay: $22.66 – $23.79 depending on education

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

  • Successful candidate must –
    • Provide EEC Lead Teacher Infant and Toddler Certification OR
    • Possess a CDA in Infant and Toddlers
  • Full Time – 35/40 hours per week
  • Full Year – 52 weeks per year

Starting Pay: $18.54 – $20.45 depending on education

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Disabilities Assistant
A position working within the Disabilities Program area, which assists in the implementation of child observations, Special Education referrals, IEP/IFSP meetings, classroom/child support, and building relationships with outside agencies.

Education and Certification Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education or related field required

Experience

  • At least three years’ experience working with young children with special education needs in a preschool setting.

Qualities and Skills

  • Ability to coach and model strategies.
  • Strong communication skills, verbally and in writing, effective problem solving skills, and the ability to work in a diverse workplace.
  • Ability and willingness to work as a team member.

Full Time: 40 hours per week
Full Year: 52 weeks per year
Starting Pay: $24.20 per hour

Part Year Positions

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

PreSchool Teacher
Successful candidate must

  • Provide EEC Lead Teacher Preschool Certification OR
  • Possess a CDA in Preschool OR
  • Be enrolled in a Program to obtain a CDA or Lead Teacher Certification through the Department of Early Education and Care with an expected completion date within one year of hire

Full Time: 35/40 hours per week
Part Year: 44/47 weeks per year
Starting Pay: $15.45 – $18.17 depending on education

Variable Positions

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Part Year Schedule

  • Full Time – 35/40 hours per week
  • Part Year – Program runs January to November (off mid/late December through early January)

Successful candidate must

  • Provide EEC I/T Lead Teacher Certification, EEC DI Certification, AND
  • Possess an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR
  • Be enrolled in an Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education or related field with an expected completion date within one year of hire

Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred

Starting Pay: $22.66 – $23.79 depending on education

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Part Year Schedule

  • Full Time – 35/40 hours per week
  • Part Year – Program runs January to November (off mid/late December through early January)

 Successful candidate must

  • Provide EEC Lead Teacher Infant and Toddler Certification OR
  • Possess a CDA in Infant and Toddlers

Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred

Starting Salary: $18.54 – $20.45 depending on education

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Infant/Toddler Support Teacher
This position is an experience-based, full time, paid position in which the agency will provide mentorship and guidance to learn Early Childhood Education and best practices around infant toddler development. The goal of this position is to become trained and credentialed to then move into a Lead Infant Toddler teaching position within HCS Head Start.

Education Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Be enrolled in a Program to obtain a CDA or Early Childhood Certificate with an Infant/Toddler concentration with an expected completion date within 18 months of hire; OR be enrolled in an Associate Degree Program for Early Childhood Education.

Qualities and Skills:

  • Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with staff, administration, parents, children and the community.
  • Computer Literacy: Word processing and Database skills preferred
  • Strong communication skills, verbally and in writing, and the ability to work in a diverse workplace.
  • Strong organizational/time management skills.
  • Willingness to be trained and coached by classroom staff to learn new skills appropriate for working with infants and toddlers.
  • Working knowledge of and sensitivity to the child care issues of low income, at-risk children and families.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner.
  • Ability and willingness to work as a team member.
  • A strong commitment to quality childcare programs.
  • Ability to maintain and adhere to boundary guidelines.
  • Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 119, Section 51A you are a mandated reporter and held to the statutory reporting requirements.

Schedule:

  • Full Year: 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
  • Part Year Migrant Program: 35 hours per week, 46 weeks per year

Starting Pay: $15.45 per hour

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Full/Part Time: Varies – As Needed
Full/Part Year: Varies – As Needed
Location (Springfield, Holyoke, Chicopee): Varies – As Needed
Pay Rate: $15.45 per hour

Summary: A position within the Head Start programs, working with children and families in the center on an as-needed basis.

  • Assist
    • with teaching and/or other general operations of the center or on the bus.
    • children in classroom activities, both in group and on an individual basis. Must continuously stoop, crawl, kneel and bend in order to speak to children at the child’s eye level; to play with children and to pick up toys from the floor.
    • with daily communication with parents/guardians.
    • with food preparation, cleaning of classroom, and any other duties assigned by supervisor.
  • Supervise and play/interact with children during outdoor play periods and on field trips. Continuously maintain visual and auditory supervision of children at all times to ensure their safety in the classroom, playground and field trips.
  • Maintain a commitment to professionalism.
  • Establish positive and productive relationships with families.

Education and Certification Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Current Infant and Toddler CDA OR
  • EEC Lead Teacher certification for Infant and Toddler

Qualities and Skills:

  • Good verbal and written skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner.
  • Ability and willingness to work as a team member.
  • Ability to maintain and adhere to boundary guidelines.
  • Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 119, Section 51A, you are a mandated reporter and held to the statutory reporting requirements.

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Full/Part Time: Varies – As Needed
Full/Part Year: Varies – As Needed
Location (Springfield, Holyoke, Chicopee): Varies – As Needed
Pay Rate: $15.45 per hour

Summary: A position within the Head Start programs, working with children and families in the center on an as-needed basis.

  • Assist
    • with teaching and/or other general operations of the center or on the bus.
    • children in classroom activities, both in group and on an individual basis. Must continuously stoop, crawl, kneel and bend in order to speak to children at the child’s eye level; to play with children and to pick up toys from the floor.
    • with daily communication with parents/guardians.
    • with food preparation, cleaning of classroom, and any other duties assigned by supervisor.
  • Supervise and play/interact with children during outdoor play periods and on field trips. Continuously maintain visual and auditory supervision of children at all times to ensure their safety in the classroom, playground and field trips.
  • Maintain a commitment to professionalism.
  • Establish positive and productive relationships with families.

Education and Certification Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Current Preschool CDA OR
  • EEC Lead Teacher certification for Preschool OR
  • Enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education, or are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within 2 years of the time of hire.

Qualities and Skills:

  • Good verbal and written skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner.
  • Ability and willingness to work as a team member.
  • Ability to maintain and adhere to boundary guidelines.
  • Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 119, Section 51A, you are a mandated reporter and held to the statutory reporting requirements.

HEALTH & NUTRITION

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Program Nurse
Work as a part of a dynamic health team. A position which will assist families with health care planning for children with severe health needs; triage high risk medical concerns; provide clinical supervision to health care assistants; provide clinical training to staff and families; assist in the development of policies and procedures in the health area; assist teams in abiding by all public health guidelines and agency policies when it comes to COVID-19.

Education and Certification Requirements

  • Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required.
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure preferred.

Experience
Experience in working with infants/toddlers and preschool preferred.

Qualities and Skills
Strong written/verbal and computer skills required.

Part Time: 20 hours per week
Full Year: 52 weeks per year
Starting Pay: $35.77 – $39.00 per hour depending on education level

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

SUMMARY
A position within the Health team that will assist with various administrative functions including; maintenance of
electronic children’s files, assist in the implementation, tracking and monitoring of health screenings, collateral
contacts and other administrative duties as identified.

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Certified Medical Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistant’s certification preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience working in the medical field required.
• Strong time management, organizational, written and verbal skills required.
• Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Full Time/Part Time: 40 hours per week
Full Year/Part Year: 52 weeks per year
Schedule: Monday through Friday day time work schedule
Starting Pay: $17.78 per hour

ERSEA / SOCIAL SERVICES

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Enrollment Advisor

A position that works within the Enrollment Department and carries out Eligibility, Recruitment, and Enrollment for all Head Start programs.

Education and Experience

  • Associate’s degree or equivalent in Human Services, Social Work, Business Management, Communications, Office Information Technologies, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred, AND two years’ experience with the Head Start program, Subsidy Administration, Human Services, Community Services, Social Work or Business Management preferred. OR
  • Be enrolled in an Associates or Bachelors program with an expected graduation date within one year of hire (approximately 30 credits until graduation) AND three years’ experience in a Head Start program, Subsidy Administration, Human Services, Community Services, Social Work, Business Management or related field required. OR
  • 5 years’ experience with Head Start Enrollment and Eligibility required. No degree required.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Strong time management, organizational, computer and customer service skills required.
  • Knowledge of State subsidized childcare and community resources preferred.

Starting Pay: $20.57 – $24.99 per hour depending on education level and experience
Full/Part Time: 40 hours per week
Full/Part Year: 52 weeks per year

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Family Services Coordinator
A position within the Family and Community Partnership component, working with families of HCS Head Start.

Education and Certification Requirements

  • LSWA licensed preferred and related experience required.
  • Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field required.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field preferred.

Qualities and Skills

  • Bilingual English/Spanish required.
  • Computer Literacy: Word processing and Database skills preferred
  • Strong communication skills, verbal, written, effective problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a diverse workplace.
  • Effective and strong telephone communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner.
  • Ability and willingness to work as a team member.
  • Ability to maintain and adhere to boundary guidelines.
  • Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 119, Section 51-A, you are a mandated reporter and held to the statutory reporting requirements.

Full Time: 40 hours per week
Full Year: 52 weeks per year
Starting Pay: $22.54 – $24.84 per hour depending on education

BUILDING & GROUNDS

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.
HCS Head Start, Inc. requires all staff to be FULLY vaccinated.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team
Walk-In: 30 Madison Avenue, Springfield, MA 01105, 9:00 am -4:30 pm to pick up or drop off a completed paper employment application

Summary
This position is a working supervisory position.  This position will oversee the repairs, installations and upkeep of various buildings, offices and other facilities and be an integral part of the day to day maintenance team. Some of the main duties include designing maintenance procedures, tracking budgets and expenses and performing inspections on different facilities to find problems and make repairs. The Facilities and Maintenance Manager is the leader of a company’s maintenance department. They supervise the company’s maintenance operations and processes. They are also responsible for assisting with budget creation tracking their expenses and creating a 5-year replacement plan for the leadership team to review.

The Facilities and Maintenance Manager will troubleshoot and repair any piece of machinery to ensure it works properly and is safe for employees to use. They also regularly visit the facilities they’ve previously worked on and inspect them to see if there are any clear problems that need to be fixed. Additionally, the Facilities and Maintenance Manager must approve all installation and repair activities completed by anyone on their maintenance team or outside vendor.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Associates Degree in administration or facility management preferred with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience working in facilities, project management.
  • Specialized mechanical/trades education preferred
  • Familiarity in and understanding blueprints and schematics preferred

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Demonstrated managerial experience and abilities
  • Demonstrated ability in planning of facilities-related projects
  • Demonstrated skill in planning and coordination of complex assignments and projects across multiple sites
  • Experience in physical inventory procedures
  • Experience in supervising a team
  • Ability to organize workflow and coordinate activities within the office and other departments
  • Skill in negotiating and administering contracts
  • Strong interpersonal skills including an ability to analyze and solve problems
  • Ability to work weekends and evenings as assigned

Schedule: Full Time/Full Year
Starting Salary: $2,861 (biweekly); $74,410 (annually)

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.
HCS Head Start, Inc. requires all staff to be FULLY vaccinated.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team
Walk-In: 30 Madison Avenue, Springfield, MA 01105, 9:00 am -4:30 pm to pick up or drop off a completed paper employment application

Summary
A position established for the purpose of providing maintenance services as needed i.e. plumbing, flooring, painting, electrical, locks, etc., experience with maintenance in old buildings a plus; snow removal required, and ensuring that tools, and materials are maintained in good working order and are available at job sites when needed, some custodial work required on occasion.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • One year of responsible experience in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair. Certifications preferred.
  • Valid Driver’s License required, certifications a plus

 SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience in sanitation procedures and general repair.
  • Familiarity with the operation and maintenance of heating/cooling systems
  • Ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written directions
  • Willingness to perform custodial and other manual tasks
  • Thoroughness, dependability
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
  • Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
  • Ability and willingness to work as a team member

Starting Pay:  $18.39 per hour
Schedule:  40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

TRANSPORTATION

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Summary
A position within the Transportation Department designed to safely transport children to and from Agency sites.

Education and Certification Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

Qualities and Skills

  • CDL Class B license with School Bus Passenger and Safety endorsement,
  • Current MASSDOT Medical Card,
  • Current School Bus Certificate, and
  • Current RMV Driving Record.
  • No Air Brake endorsement needed.
  • Strong written and verbal skills required.

Full/Part Time: 35/40 hours per week
Full/Part Year: 52 weeks per year
Starting Pay:  $21.59 per hour

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Bus Monitor

A position designed to ensure the safety of children that are transported by HCS Head Start, Inc. transportation. The position will provide Bus Monitor coverage when needed, in addition to providing some classroom support.

Education Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

Qualifications:

  • Experience working with pre-school children preferred
  • Reliable Transportation required.
  • Strong written and verbal skills required.

Full Time: 35/40 hours per week
Full Year: 52 weeks per year
Starting Pay: $15.41 per hour

INTERNSHIPS

Open Positions: Educare Springfield

Join the Educare Team! Educare’s comprehensive program incorporates everything science says young children need to flourish. Educare partners with families because learning does not stop when children leave the classroom. Educare supports the continued learning of passionate teachers and staff because Educare wants to empower them to do their best work. Educare uses data and research to improve Educare schools because Educare is committed to creating a lasting positive impact with every family served.

Educare Springfield is a new early education and care school designed to meet the needs of children and families of Springfield, Massachusetts. The program is focused on 4 core areas; high quality teaching practices, intensive family engagement, embedded professional development and data utilization.

Building on the foundations of Early Head Start and Head Start, Educare promotes school readiness by implementing intentional and effective programming aimed at preparing children for a lifetime of success.

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Successful candidate must:

  • Provide proof of EEC Lead Teacher Preschool Certification AND
  • Possess an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR
  • Proof of enrollment in an Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education or related field

Schedule: Full Time/Full Year
Starting Pay:
$16.48 – $18.17 depending on education

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Successful candidate must:

  • Provide proof of EEC Lead Teacher Preschool Certification AND
  • Possess an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR
  • Proof of enrollment in an Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education or related field

Schedule: Full Time/Full Year
Starting Pay:
$18.54 – $20.45 depending on education

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Successful candidate must:

  • Provide EEC Lead Teacher Infant and Toddler Certification AND
  • Possess an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR
  • Provide proof of enrollment in an Associate degree program in Early Childhood Education or related field

Schedule: Full Time/Full Year
Starting Pay:
$18.54 – $20.45 depending on education

SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.

TO APPLY:
Online: Use button below and fill out SmartSheets form. If popups appear, ignore them – they are not required. Simply fill out form
Email: Contact the HR team at talent.acquisition@headstart.org
Phone: 413-788-6522 and ask for a member of the HR team

Successful candidate must

  • Provide EEC Lead Teacher Infant Toddler Certification, EEC DI certification, AND
  • Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field OR
  • Provide proof of enrollment in a Bachelor degree program in Early Childhood Education or related field

Schedule: Full Time/Full Year
Salary range
dependent on education level: $22.66 – $23.79