Head Start Assistant Preschool Teacher

Assistant Preschool Teacher

We are seeking a caring dependable and enthusiastic Assistant Preschool Teacher to support our Head Start classroom at our Blackfoot Idaho location. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about early childhood education and wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and their families.

As an Assistant Preschool Teacher youll work closely with the Lead Teacher to create a safe nurturing and engaging learning environment that supports childrens social-emotional growth early literacy cognitive development and school readiness.

What Youll Do

• Support the Lead Teacher in daily classroom activities and routines
• Help maintain a safe structured and welcoming learning environment
• Promote positive behavior social skills and emotional development
• Assist with activities that build early literacy number recognition and problem-solving skills
• Use culturally responsive inclusive and anti-bias materials and practices
• Build respectful relationships with children families volunteers and team members
• Support childrens successful transition to kindergarten

What Were Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Ability to obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within 12 months of hire (EICAP provides guidance and covers the cost)
• Experience working with young children preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to become CPR and First Aid certified through EICAPs training program

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time year-round position that works throughout the entire year.

• Starting wage: $16.82 per hour
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a generous 6% employer match
• Health Insurance with three plan options; employer pays the majority of the premium
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Dental and Vision Insurance with 60% of employee and dependent premiums covered
• Group Life Insurance 100% employer-paid with optional supplemental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA (employee-funded)
• Optional employee-paid benefits including identity theft protection pet care discounts legal assistance and accident hospitalization and critical illness coverage
• Paid Time Off including vacation sick leave and paid holidays
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

At EICAP we believe every child-regardless of their circumstances-has the ability to reach their full potential. If youre passionate about working with young children and want to be part of a supportive mission-driven team we encourage you to apply.

Background & Drug Screen Disclaimer: Must be able to pass an Intellicorp SSN Verification/Criminal History Search and Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Enhanced Background Check. We also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background check and drug testing.

EICAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Experience:

Junior IC