Head Start Preschool Center Aide

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. Do you love working with young children? Do you want to make a difference in their lives by providing a nurturing and educational environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Head Start Preschool Center Aide to join our team at our Blackfoot, Idaho location. As a Center Aide, you will assist the lead teacher in providing a fun and engaging learning experience for young learners in classrooms birth to age three and age three to five.

• Work closely with the lead teacher to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for the children.
• Prepare materials and set up learning centers.
• Engage children in educational play and other activities.
• Assist with mealtimes and promote healthy eating habits.
• Help out in kitchen as needed.
• Keep the classroom clean, organized and attractive.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and other professional development activities.

• High school diploma or Equivalency Degree (GED).
• The ability to obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with EICAP’s guidance within 12 months of hire (EICAP covers all costs).
• Preferred experience working with children 0-5 years.
• The ability to become CPR and First Aid certified through EICAP’s training program (EICAP covers all costs).

• Starting wage: $15.02 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).
• Paid Time Off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Optional employee-paid benefits including identity theft protection, pet care discounts, legal assistance, and accident, hospitalization, and critical illness coverage.

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.

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