North Idaho College·Sandpoint, Idaho
Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum to support the intellectual, physical, and social-emotional growth of young children. Conduct classroom activities, child assessments, home visits, and collaborate with families and community partners.
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.
In this role, you will implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, support children’s intellectual, physical, and social-emotional growth, and build positive relationships with families and community partners. Responsibilities include conducting classroom activities, completing child assessments and documentation, supporting developmental goals, conducting home visits and parent-teacher conferences, and collaborating with classroom teams to ensure quality services and smooth center operations.
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Candidates should also have basic computer skills and a positive, team-oriented approach to supporting children and families.
If you are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply.
Enjoy excellent benefits, including retirement [https://www.nic.edu/hr/benefits/] 3 personal days per year 8 sick days per year 9 paid holidays Tuition assistance
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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.
• One year experience (256 hours minimum) as a staff or volunteer in a preschool classroom with at least 10 children, with 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, as required by Head Start Program Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing requirements, prior to first day of work.
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
Applications ONLY accepted through the North Idaho College Website!
Requires an Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and at least one year of preschool classroom experience. Must maintain CPR/First Aid certification and pass an enhanced criminal background check.
Market context
Head Start classroom teacher roles in Idaho often reflect steady demand in early childhood education, especially for candidates with preschool experience and the required credentials. These positions can be competitive because programs look for teachers who can meet licensing, safety, and classroom-readiness requirements while supporting school readiness. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your degree, CPR/First Aid status, and background check readiness before applying.