Updated as of 10-22-2025
LEADS, Inc., a community action agency in Licking County, has the following job opportunities available:
Why work for LEADS?
- 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday), 34 hours per week for full-time, enjoy a 3-day weekend.
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (available on the 1st of the month following 30 days employment); LEADS currently pays approximately 95% of the monthly premium for employee coverage.
- 403(B) Retirement Plan with Agency match, dollar for dollar up to 4% of your salary, plus an additional 1% discretionary contribution
- Life and AD&D Insurance at no cost to you – 2.5 times annual salary
- Long-Term Disability Insurance for management positions
- Generous Paid Leave – PTO, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Leave; Start earning leave each pay period after 90 days
- 15 Holidays recognized by the agency
- Employee Assistance Program
- Casual dress code
- Growth and professional development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement program for qualified candidates
- Mileage/travel reimbursement
- Cell phone stipend for positions requiring a cell phone
To apply for any of our positions, please send a résumé and cover letter to LEADS Inc., ATTN: Human Resource Director, 159 Wilson Street, Newark, OH 43055, via email at leadshr@leadscaa.org or by fax at (740) 345-0114. You can also apply on our Indeed Career page. LEADS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
LEADS, Inc., a community action agency in Licking County, has the following job opportunities available:
FAMILY ADVOCATE: We have a full-time position with our Head Start/Early Head Start Center in Marysville, OH. This position is responsible for coordinating, collaborating and facilitating the effective delivery of social services and parent involvement to Head Start children, families and staff in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and licensing regulations. This position operates as a liaison between classroom and home settings. Responsible for developing a partnership with families including the following: Assessing strengths and needs, developing goals using the Family Partnership Agreement, connecting with families resources to meet needs, and collaborating with other agencies to ensure easy access to resources. Conduct recruitment activities according to the LEADS recruitment plan in order to maintain 100% enrollment.
The qualified candidate will have an Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field. Preference will be given to applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree, Social Work Certificate or Licensure. Must submit to a background check, including BCI and FBI Criminal Records, Federal and State Sex Offender registries and the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System and be eligible for employment as required by ODJFS. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver's License, provide proof of auto insurance and have a clean driving record for work related driving. Must complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening. Salary range $18.28 - $24.79 per hour depending upon degree and license.
TEACHER: We have a full-time position with our Delaware and Marysville, OH Head Start/Early Head Start Centers. Please specify which location you wish. This position is responsible to provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for the children while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area and field trips). To promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children. To provide frequent contact with the families of the Head Start Children in the classroom and at home. To keep accurate written notes to develop individualized goals for the children, provide on-going assessment and successful transition into Kindergarten.
The successful candidate must have a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education or related. Preference will be given to applicants with Pre-K certification or license; 2 years' experience in Early Childhood Education program is preferred; must have experience in classroom management in a preschool setting, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver's License and provide proof of auto insurance for work related driving. Must submit to a background check, including BCI and FBI Criminal Records, Federal and State Sex Offender registries and the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System and be eligible for employment as required by ODJFS. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver's License, provide proof of auto insurance and have a clean driving record for work related driving. Must complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening. Salary range $23.76- $26.74 per hour depending upon degree and license.
TEACHER: We have full-time positions with our Newark, OH Head Start/Early Head Start Center. This position is responsible to provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for the children while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area and field trips). To promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children. To provide frequent contact with the families of the Head Start Children in the classroom and at home. To keep accurate written notes to develop individualized goals for the children, provide on-going assessment and successful transition into kindergarten.
The successful candidate must have a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education or related. Preference will be given to applicants with Pre-K certification or license; 2 years' experience in Early Childhood Education program is preferred; must have experience in classroom management in a preschool setting, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver's License and provide proof of auto insurance for work related driving. Must submit to a background check, including BCI and FBI Criminal Records, Federal and State Sex Offender registries and the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System and be eligible for employment as required by ODJFS. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver's License, provide proof of auto insurance and have a clean driving record for work related driving. Must complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening. Salary range $25.20- $28.37 per hour depending upon degree and license.
ASSISTANT TEACHER: This part-time position (28 hours per week) with our Utica Head Start/Early Head Start Center is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in providing a successful, safe, and supervised educational setting for the children while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips). To assist the classroom teacher in promoting the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children. To provide frequent contact with the families of the Head Start children in the classroom and at home. To assist the classroom teacher with keeping accurate written notes to help develop individualized goals for the children, provide on-going assessment and successful transition into kindergarten.
The successful candidate must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Applicants with High School diploma or equivalent must obtain a CDA within two (2) years from date of hire. Preference will be given to applicants with an associate’s degree or higher, Pre-K certification or licensure. Must submit to a background check, including BCI and FBI Criminal Records, Federal and State Sex Offender registries and the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System and be eligible for employment as required by ODJFS. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver's License, provide proof of auto insurance and have a clean driving record for work related driving. Must complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening. Salary range $17.23- $25.02 per hour, depending upon degree and license.
To apply for any of the above positions, please send a résumé and cover letter to LEADS Inc., ATTN: Human Resource Director, 159 Wilson Street, Newark, OH 43055, or by fax at 740-345-0114 or via email at leadshr@leadscaa.org. LEADS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
