Home Base Teacher – Defiance

Make a Meaningful Impact – One Home at a Time

Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission (NOCAC) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Home-Based Teacher to join our Head Start Home Visiting team. In this unique role, you’ll work directly with families in their homes to help parents become their child’s first and most important teacher.

This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young children and families, supporting development during the most critical early years.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct weekly in-home visits with parents and their children (birth to age 5).
• Support pregnant women through prenatal education and planning.
• Model positive parenting and early learning strategies.
• Guide families in creating and following personalized, developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Complete developmental and sensory screenings for each child.
• Document visits and progress using the ChildPlus system.
• Organize and facilitate twice-monthly socialization events to build community and strengthen parenting skills.
• Collaborate with program staff and participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development.

Who You Are

• A compassionate and reliable person who believes in the power of family-centered learning.
• An organized self-starter with strong communication skills.
• Committed to the well-being and development of children and families.
• Comfortable working independently in family homes and community settings.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or related field, preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with a willingness to obtain a Home Visitor CDA within 18 months (NOCAC provides training and support)
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and insurability under NOCAC policy
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Experience with Early Head Start, preferred.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Pay Scale

• $18.62/hour — High School Diploma + willing to earn CDA
• $19.42/hour — Associate’s Degree
• $20.97/hour — Bachelor’s Degree

Schedule

• Monday-Thursday
• 34 hours per week
• 50 weeks out of the year (lay off last 2 weeks in July)

Why Join NOCAC?

• Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to supporting families in need
• Paid Federal holidays and 3 floating holidays
• Vacation and personal time accrual from day one
• Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-Term Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Supportive training and mentorship provided

If you’re ready to make a real difference by helping families grow stronger together, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey toward transforming lives in your community.