Head Start Classroom Teacher (Coeur d'Alene)
About The Position
Join North Idaho College Head Start as a Classroom Teacher in Coeur d'Alene and help create a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Guided by the Head Start mission, this position aims to provide nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support children's intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth. In this role, you will implement curriculum, create safe and engaging classroom environments, conduct child assessments and screenings, maintain records, support family engagement through home visits and conferences, and collaborate with staff to meet the needs of children and families. You will also participate in professional development, program activities, and continuous quality improvement efforts. We are looking for individuals with strong interpersonal skills, cultural responsiveness, professionalism, and a commitment to serving children and families. Successful candidates demonstrate sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, communicate effectively, work collaboratively, and use technology for documentation and program requirements. If you are passionate about early childhood education and making a positive difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development, OR Associate's degree in any other field of study AND: the equivalent of a major in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (Level I)
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development, OR Bachelor's degree in any other field of study AND: the equivalent of a major in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (Level II)
- One year experience (256 hours minimum) as a staff or volunteer in a preschool classroom with at least 10 children
- 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
- Meet terms of Statement of Agreement/ Employment Declaration
- 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
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people from diverse ethnic, cultural and linguistic backgrounds
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Preference given to Head Start experience
Responsibilities
- Implement curriculum
- Create safe and engaging classroom environments
- Conduct child assessments and screenings
- Maintain records
- Support family engagement through home visits and conferences
- Collaborate with staff to meet the needs of children and families
- Participate in professional development, program activities, and continuous quality improvement efforts
Benefits
- Retirement
- 3 personal days per year
- 8 sick days per year
- 9 paid holidays
- Tuition assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
