Job Description
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and families by joining the North Idaho College Head Start team. As an Assistant Teacher in Post Falls, you'll help create a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where every child can grow, learn, and thrive. Working alongside the Classroom Teacher, you'll support a comprehensive early childhood program that reflects the Head Start mission and provides high-quality services to children and families.
In this role, you'll partner with the classroom team to plan and implement engaging learning experiences, foster a safe, healthy, organized, and welcoming classroom environment, and ensure active supervision while supporting the developmental, social, and emotional needs of every child. You'll assist with child screenings, assessments, documentation, and individualized goal setting, build positive relationships with children, families, coworkers, and community partners, and support children with disabilities and daily care routines, including feeding and toileting. You'll also help maintain efficient center operations, participate in professional development, and step into the lead classroom role when needed.
We're seeking someone who brings strong interpersonal and customer service skills, values teamwork, and communicates with professionalism and respect. The ideal candidate has a positive approach to early childhood education, health, and family services, is comfortable using common computer applications and data systems, and demonstrates sound judgment, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making. If you're passionate about supporting children and families while representing Head Start with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
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);
Assistant Teacher Job Description.docx
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Level I: A CDA (Child Development Associate) credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire.
Level II: An Associate in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development OR an Associate degree in any other field of study AND: A major in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
Experience:
Experience as a staff or volunteer in a preschool classroom.
Required License and/or Certifications:
- Register with Idaho STARS and participate in the professional development system.
- Maintain current Infant/child & Adult CPR and First Aid.
- Pass an enhanced 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.
- Positive approach to Early Childhood Development programs, health, and social services.
- Working knowledge of commonly used computer software programs including data collection systems.
- Demonstrate professional ethics and confidentiality.
- Represent the Head Start program in the community and with other professionals, positively and with professionalism.
Starting pay range: $17.51 - $18.54
Work Site Location: Head Start - Post Falls
Work Schedule: up to 19.5 hrs/wk, 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!
Advertised: July 17, 2026