Head Start Preschool Center Aide

Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership, Inc.; Blackfoot (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Group Life Insurance

EAP

FSA/Dependent Care

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership, Inc. is seeking a Center Aide for our Blackfoot Early Head Start and Head Start Center.

You will support classrooms serving children from birth to age five and help create developmentally appropriate learning experiences. We offer a starting wage of $15.28/hour DOE, employer-paid health insurance, retirement plan with employer match, life insurance, EAP, FSA/Dependent Care options, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain CDA Credential within 12 months of hire, with 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.

Responsibilities

• Support classrooms serving children birth through age five.
• Partner with Lead Teacher to create engaging learning experiences.
• Create a warm, welcoming, and safe classroom environment.
• Prepare hands-on learning materials and interactive centers.
• Encourage learning through play, storytelling, art, and movement.
• Support healthy habits by assisting with meals and nutrition.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA Credential within 12 months

Job description

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.