Early Head Start Assistant Teacher - Sioux Falls

INTERLAKES COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

13 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

INTERLAKES COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP invites applications for an Assistant Teacher. In this role you’ll support a lead teacher to help children grow socially, intellectually, and emotionally in a steady, encouraging setting.

You’ll assist with lesson planning, supervise children, and help maintain routines. This position offers a practical entry into early childhood education with room to learn and grow in a caring team.

Qualifications

• CDA credential or an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) with experience.

Responsibilities

• Support lesson planning and classroom instruction alongside the teacher
• Help maintain a safe, caring space where children are supervised and supported
• Keep routines organized so the classroom runs smoothly throughout the day

Education

CDA credential

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Your Classroom Impact

As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll help turn everyday moments into meaningful learning—supporting a lead teacher so children can grow socially, intellectually, and emotionally in a steady, encouraging setting.

Key responsibilities

• Support lesson planning and classroom instruction alongside the teacher
• Help maintain a safe, caring space where children are supervised and supported
• Keep routines organized so the classroom runs smoothly throughout the day

Required qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, OR
• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent field) with experience

Pay: $15.83–$22.35 per hour, based on education and experience. Ready to bring your energy into an early learning classroom?

Rewards That Matter

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; 403(b) Retirement Plan; 13 paid holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program.

A Day That Flies

Your day begins as children arrive and the room comes alive—greetings, quick check-ins, and a calm rhythm that sets everyone up for success. You’ll move through learning centers, stories, meals, and outdoor time, staying tuned in to each child’s needs and celebrating small wins as they happen. Between transitions, you’ll reset materials, share quick notes with the teacher, and help the room stay welcoming and ready for what’s next. By pickup, you’ve helped create a day that feels safe, steady, and full of possibility.