Head Start Preschool Center Aide

Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership; Blackfoot (ID); Vor Ort; USD 17.000 - 25.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Starting wage $15.28 per hour (DOE)

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer-m

Employer-paid Health Insurance with a~

60% employer-paid Dental and Vision

100% employer-paid Group LifeInsurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and De

Generous Paid Time Off

Zusammenfassung

Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership is seeking a Center Aide for our Blackfoot Early Head Start and Head Start Center. You will support classrooms serving children from birth through age five, helping create meaningful experiences that foster learning and school readiness.

The role emphasizes a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment, collaboration with teaching staff, and participation in trainings to grow skills. Competitive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain a CDA Credential within 12 months of hire, with training and costs covered by us.
• Experience working with children ages birth to five is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and proof of vehicle liability insurance.
• Ability to complete a physical examination upon hire.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification through employer-provided training.

Aufgaben

• Partner with Lead Teacher to support engaging learning experiences for children birth to five.
• Create a warm, welcoming, and safe classroom where every child feels valued and ready to learn.
• Prepare hands-on learning materials and interactive centers to inspire curiosity and imagination.
• Encourage learning through play, storytelling, art, music, movement, and other enriching activities.
• Support healthy habits by assisting with meals and promoting positive nutrition practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment for child growth.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development to grow skills.

Kenntnisse

Patience with children

Team collaboration

Communication

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Make a Difference Every Day. Inspire Young Minds. Build Bright Futures.

Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow, and succeed? Do you love bringing energy, creativity, and compassion into everything you do? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Join our team as a Center Aide at our Blackfoot Early Head Start and Head Start Center and become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering children and families. In this role, you'll support classrooms serving children from birth through age five, helping to create meaningful experiences that foster learning, confidence, and school readiness.

This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact during some of the most important years of a child's life.

What You'll Do

As a Center Aide, you'll work alongside our teaching team to create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children in both our Early Head Start and Head Start programs.

Your Impact Will Include:

• Partnering with the Lead Teacher to support engaging learning experiences for children from birth through age five.
• Creating a warm, welcoming, and safe classroom where every child feels valued, supported, and ready to learn.
• Preparing hands-on learning materials and interactive centers that inspire curiosity and imagination.
• Encouraging learning through play, storytelling, art, music, movement, and other enriching activities.
• Supporting healthy habits by assisting with meals and promoting positive nutrition practices.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment that helps children thrive.
• Building positive relationships with children, families and coworkers.
• Participating in team meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities to continue growing your skills.

What We're Looking For:

We value passion, dedication, and a genuine love for working with children.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within 12 months of hire-with all training and costs fully covered by us.
• Experience working with children ages birth to five is preferred
• Valid driver's license and proof of vehicle liability insurance.
• Ability to complete a physical examination upon hire.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification through employer-provided training.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe that when we invest in our employees, they can better invest in the children and families we serve.

Outstanding Benefits Include:

• Starting wage of $15.28 per hour (DOE)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with an employer match of up to 6%
• Employer-paid Health Insurance with multiple plan options
• 60% employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage for employees and dependents
• 100% employer-paid Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care options
• Generous Paid Time Off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays

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.