Head Start Classroom Teacher; Sandpoint

Join North Idaho College Head Start as a Classroom Teacher in Sandpoint and help shape a strong foundation for young children and families. We are seeking a compassionate, dependable professional who is passionate about early childhood education and creating safe and engaging learning environments.

• Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Support children’s intellectual, physical, and socio‑emotional growth.
• Build positive relationships with families and community partners.
• Conduct classroom activities, complete child assessments and documentation.
• Support developmental goals.
• Conduct home visits and parent‑teacher conferences.
• Collaborate with classroom teams to ensure quality services and smooth center operations.

Education:

• Level I:
  Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or an equivalent major.
• Level II:
  Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or an equivalent major.

Experience:

• One year (256 hours minimum) as a staff member or volunteer in a preschool classroom with at least 10 children, preference given to Head Start experience.

• 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.
• Meet terms of Statement of Agreement/Employment Declaration.
• Pass an enhanced criminal background check including fingerprinting prior to first day of work.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse ethnic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.
• 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.

• 3 personal days per year
• 8 sick days per year
• 9 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance

Starting pay range: $20.50 - $21.87

Pay Grade: 78% FTE

Work Site

Location:

Head Start – Sandpoint

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:
June 05, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time