Children's Center Assistant Classroom Teacher

North Idaho College•Chesterfield, MO

1d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The NIC Children’s Center is seeking an Assistant Classroom Teacher who is passionate about early childhood development and creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment for infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children. In this role, you will work closely with the Classroom Teacher to support children's growth and development through hands-on learning experiences, play-based activities, and individualized care. You will assist with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum, support children in meeting their daily needs, and help create a classroom environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to learn. You will contribute to observing and documenting children's progress, assisting with assessments and goal setting, maintaining accurate records, and building positive relationships with families through daily communication. Collaboration is an important part of this role, as you will work alongside colleagues, volunteers, community partners, and student employees to provide high-quality early childhood education and care. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with young children, communicates effectively, and approaches each day with patience, creativity, and a positive attitude. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to adapt to the changing needs of children and the classroom. A commitment to professional growth, teamwork, and fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates individual differences is essential.

Requirements

High School diploma required.
Working towards completing an Associate's degree or Applied Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent defined as at least 60 college/university credits with at least 30 college credits in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development (CD), EIElementary Education (ElEd), or Early Childhood Special Education) plus a minimum of six months related experience is required.
On-going education toward an Associate’s Degree is required, with a completion deadline within 18 months.
Must successfully complete fingerprinting and criminal background check prior to working with children.
Register with Idaho STARS and participate in the professional development system.
Maintain current Infant/child & Adult CPR and First Aid.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Classroom Teacher to support children's growth and development through hands-on learning experiences, play-based activities, and individualized care.
Assist with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Support children in meeting their daily needs.
Help create a classroom environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to learn.
Contribute to observing and documenting children's progress.
Assist with assessments and goal setting.
Maintain accurate records.
Build positive relationships with families through daily communication.
Collaborate with colleagues, volunteers, community partners, and student employees to provide high-quality early childhood education and care.