Head Start Assistant Teacher; Boise, Idaho; Meridian, Idaho

Head Start Assistant Teacher (Boise, Idaho; Meridian, Idaho; ...)

Hours:

34-40 per week. Pay: $17.00 - $20.44 per hour, DOE. Apply online af.org.

Friends of Children and Families is a non‑profit organization serving Ada and Elmore Counties, specializing in early childhood services and family engagement.

• Low cost medical and vision insurance
• Free dental, short‑term disability, employee assistance program, and life insurance
• Matching 4% 401(k) after one year of employment
• Paid sick, personal, and bereavement leave
• Generous paid time off
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

The Head Start Assistant Teacher assists the Head Start Teacher in creating a safe, engaging learning environment that supports Head Start Children’s Services components and integrates health, nutrition, transportation, disabilities, and family engagement. May serve as bus monitor when assigned.

• Collaborate with teachers and co‑workers to develop weekly learning activities and curriculum.
• Organize, inventory, clean, and prepare outside playground and inside classrooms; procure needed supplies.
• Maintain a positive and safe environment through positive communication, supervision, monitoring, and counting of children.
• Implement positive behavior support and intervention strategies to establish clear behavior expectations.
• Incorporate health and nutrition activities into daily curriculum using FOCAF Dental, FOCAF Health, FOCAF Bus Curriculum Second Step Early Learners, and Child Protection Unit resources.
• Demonstrate understanding of Head Start performance standards and child outcome requirements.
• Apply Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework and other policies in program activities.
• Step into a lead role when needed.
• Monitor child safety during bus routes and loading/unloading, ensuring proper release to authorized individuals.
• Provide health and nutrition education activities such as tooth brushing and hand washing.
• Attend meetings, conferences, workshops, trainings, and review the latest policies and practices.
• Communicate effectively with co‑workers, children, parents, and the public.
• Keep supervisors updated on work progress.
• Maintain frequent contact with families, including home visits and conferences to support partnership and communication.
• Collaborate weekly with the teaching team.
• Seek and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Engage in timely feedback exchanges and continuous improvement.

• At minimum:
  Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or enrollment in a program leading to an Associate or Baccalaureate degree, or willingness to obtain a CDA within two years of hire.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Former EHS or HS parent preferred.
• Completed and maintained Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Passed Health Physical Screen and TB test.
• Passed criminal background check meeting state, federal, and FOCAF Head Start standards.
• Passed drug test and subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to complete training and maintain licensing for a Boise City Child Care Worker.

This is a non‑management, full‑time position.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer