About the role
Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and thrive? North Idaho College Head Start is seeking a caring and collaborative Classroom Teacher in Rathdrum to foster children’s development and build strong family connections.
As a Classroom Teacher, you will plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences that promote children’s intellectual, physical, and social-emotional growth; create safe, welcoming classroom environments, support individual developmental needs, complete screenings and assessments, and maintain accurate child records. Build partnerships with families through home visits and parent-teacher conferences, collaborate with team members to connect families with needed services, and support children with disabilities. Contribute to center operations, mentor new staff and volunteers, and participate in professional development.
We’re looking for someone with strong interpersonal and customer service skills, knowledge of early childhood development, and a positive, child-centered approach. The ideal candidate demonstrates computer proficiency, professionalism, confidentiality, flexibility, and a commitment to teamwork and respectful relationships with children, families, and community partners.
Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families by helping every child build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success.
Enjoy excellent benefits, including retirement
3 personal days per year
8 sick days per year
9 paid holidays
Tuition assistance
Job Description linked below: (some job boards may not include active links so please click Apply Now on the NIC website or go to www.nic.edu/jobs to see full details);
Classroom Teacher Job Description.docx
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Level I: Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development, OR Associates degree in any other field of study AND: the equivalent of a major in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
Level II: Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development, OR Bachelors degree in any other field of study AND: the equivalent of a major in Early Childhood Education or Child Development
Experience
- One year experience (256 hours minimum) as a staff or volunteer in a preschool classroom with at least 10 children.
Required License and/or Certifications:
- Register with Idaho STARS and participate in the professional development system.
- Meet all training and certification requirements for child care licensing and Head Start Program Performance Standards.
- Maintain current Infant/child & Adult CPR and First Aid.
- Pass an enhanced criminal background check including fingerprinting, as required by Head Start Program Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing requirements, prior to first day of work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Working knowledge of computers and commonly used software for Internet and e-mail access, word processing and data collection and management.
- Positive approach to Early Childhood Development programs, health and social services.
- Demonstrate professional ethics and confidentiality.
- Represent the Head Start program in the community and with other professionals, positively and with professionalism.
Starting pay range: $20.63 - $22.00
69% FTE, full-time pay
Work Site Location: Head Start - Lakeland
Work Schedule: August through June
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and proof of degree if required for this position.
Application materials include: resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts
Applications ONLY accepted through the North Idaho College Website!