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Delaware Opportunities, Inc., founded in 1965 and headquartered at 35430 State Highway 10 in Hamden, NY, has been a trusted nonprofit serving Delaware County for over 50 years. From its beginnings, the organization has expanded to offer a wide range of community-driven programs—from employment assistance and Head Start to WIC, Weatherization, emergency food pantry networks, and domestic violence support. Looking for work? If you're seeking a role that makes a real impact while building your own career, Delaware Opportunities is a place where your talents will be nurtured and your community welcomed.

Interested in making a difference in a child’s life? Head Start could be the right fit for you!

The Arkville Head Start Center is looking for a Center Director/Lead Teacher.

Plan and conduct an appropriate classroom utilizing the abilities of the staff, parents and volunteers to the fullest extent. The program must be in keeping with the performance standards, early childhood practices and the needs of the individual child as well as the group.

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and 2 years experience teaching young children.

NYS driver’s license, personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursed.

40 hours per week.

Salary range $21.76-$24.55 per hour. 

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

If you feel you meet our requirements, please send in your application, resume and cover letter to THauptfleisch@delop.org

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Applications accepted Delaware Opportunities Inc., 35430 State Highway 10, Hamden, NY 13782.

Delaware Opportunities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.