Head Start Preschool Floating Center Aide

Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership, Inc.; Idaho Falls (ID); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

403B Retirement Plan with 6% match

Employer-paid Health Insurance (3 plan

Dental & Vision premiums 60% covered

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (Sick, Vacation, Paid H

Holidays

Starting wage $15.28/hour DOE

Résumé du poste

Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership, Inc. is seeking a Head Start Preschool Floating Center Aide to support classrooms across Idaho Falls, Rexburg, and Blackfoot. You will assist the lead teacher with age-appropriate activities for children birth to five and help create enriching learning environments.

This role emphasizes safety, nutrition awareness, and flexibility as you move between locations. CDA credential support and background checks are provided, with opportunities for growth in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or Equivalency Degree (GED)
• Ability to obtain CDA Credential within 12 months with our guidance and cost coverage
• Experience with children birth to 5 preferred, but passion is welcome
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle liability insurance
• Complete physical exam
• CPR and First Aid certification through our training program

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with lead teacher to design age-appropriate curricula
• Foster a safe, nurturing environment focused on child well-being
• Prepare learning materials and set up interactive centers
• Engage children in educational play and activities
• Promote healthy eating by assisting with mealtimes
• Maintain an organized and inviting classroom
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development
• Work across Idaho Falls, Rexburg, and Blackfoot with different classrooms
• Support multiple classrooms as a Floating Center Aide

Connaissances

Childcare

Team collaboration

Curriculum support

Classroom safety

Formation

High school diploma or GED

CDA Credential (within 12 months)

Description du poste

Make a different every day. Support Young Learners. Build Bright Futures.

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey of shaping the future generation? Do you have a passion for working with young children and creating a nurturing environment where they can thrive? Look no further - we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Join our team as a Head Start Preschool Floating Center Aide at our Head Start and Early Head Start locations in Idaho Falls, Rexburg, and Blackfoot. In this role, you'll provide classroom support wherever it's needed most, working with children from birth through age five and helping create positive learning experiences that foster growth, confidence, and school readiness.

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact during some of the most important years of a child's development.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the lead teacher to design and implement a dynamic and age-appropriate curriculum that sparks children's imaginations.
• Foster a safe and nurturing environment where children can grow and thrive, while ensuring their well-being is always a top priority.
• Channel your creativity by preparing captivating learning materials and setting up interactive learning centers that ignite curiosity and exploration.
• Engage children in exciting educational play and other stimulating activities that make learning an adventure.
• Promote healthy eating habits by assisting with mealtimes and creating an atmosphere of wellness and balanced nutrition.
• Bring your organizational skills to the table, maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing classroom environment.
• Embrace growth opportunities by actively participating in staff meetings, training sessions, and other professional development activities.
• Love variety? As a Floating Center Aide, you'll work with different children, classrooms, and teams throughout Idaho Falls, Rexburg, and Blackfoot-where no two days are exactly the same.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or Equivalency Degree (GED) to kickstart your journey.
• The ability to obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with our guidance within 12 months of joining (don't worry, we've got your back and cover all costs!)
• Experience working with children aged birth to 5 is highly valued, but if you're bursting with passion and motivation, we'd love to hear from you regardless.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
• Complete physical exam, because the well-being of our team is equally important.
• The opportunity to become CPR and First Aid certified through our comprehensive training program - because safety is paramount.

Compensation:

Prepare for a fulfilling career with a competitive benefits package that takes care of you, both personally and professionally. We're invested in your growth and well-being:

• 403B Retirement Plan, with an impressive employer match of 6%.
• Take charge of your health with employer-paid Health Insurance, with three plans and deductible options to choose from
• We cover 60% of employee and dependent dental and vision premiums
• Protect yourself and your loved ones with Group Life Insurance, 100% employer-paid.
• Access our Employee Assistance Program, providing support when you need it most.
• Take advantage of the Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Option (employee paid)
• Embrace work-life balance with generous Paid Time Off, including Sick Leave, Vacation, and Paid Holidays.
• Your journey starts with a competitive starting wage of $15.28per hour, DOE

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.