Classroom Teacher (Post Falls

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In this role, you'll implement a developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum that supports children's intellectual, physical, and social-emotional growth while fostering a safe, healthy, and engaging classroom environment. Working closely with your classroom team, you'll plan meaningful learning experiences, complete child screenings and assessments, maintain accurate documentation, and support each child's individual developmental needs. You'll build strong partnerships with families through home visits and parent-teacher conferences, collaborate with Family Advocates and support staff, assist with referrals and specialized services, and contribute to efficient center operations.

You'll also mentor new team members and volunteers, participate in recruitment efforts, engage in professional development, and help strengthen the Head Start program through committee participation and teamwork.

We're looking for someone with exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills who enjoys building positive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and community partners. The ideal candidate is comfortable using technology for communication, documentation, and data management; demonstrates sound professional judgment, ethics, and confidentiality; and values collaboration, flexibility, and continuous learning. Most importantly, you'll bring a positive, child-centered approach to early childhood education and a commitment to supporting the health, development, and success of every child and family we serve.

Education:

• Level I:
  Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development, OR Associates degree in any other field of study AND: the equivalent of a major in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
• Level II:
  Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development, OR Bachelors degree in any other field of study AND: the equivalent of a major in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.

• One year experience (256 hours minimum) as a staff or volunteer in a preschool classroom with at least 10 children.

• Register with Idaho STARS and participate in the professional development system.
• Meet all training and certification requirements for child care licensing and Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Maintain current Infant/child & Adult CPR and First Aid.
• Pass an enhanced criminal background check including fingerprinting, as required by Head Start Program Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing requirements, prior to first day of work.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of computers and commonly used software for Internet and e-mail access, word processing and data collection and management.
• Positive approach to Early Childhood Development programs, health and social services.
• Demonstrate professional ethics and confidentiality.
• Represent the Head Start program in the community and with other professionals, positively and with professionalism.

Starting pay range: $20.63 - $22.00
Pay Grade: 69% FTE (full-time pay)

Work Site

Location:

Head Start - Post Falls
Work Schedule: August through June

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and proof of degree if required for this position.

Application materials include: resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts

Advertised: July 31, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: August 14, 2026 11:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time

Work type: Full-time Staff
Location: Post Falls
Category: Head Start
Hiring range: $20.63 - $22.00
Inspire young learners. Support families. Build brighter futures. North Idaho College Head Start is seeking a dedicated Classroom Teacher to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences that help children thrive. Join a collaborative team committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment while partnering with families to support every child's growth and success. If you're passionate about early childhood education, enjoy building meaningful relationships, and want to make a lasting impact in your community, we'd love to have you on our team.
Closes:
August 14, 2026

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