North Idaho College
Location
Chesterfield, Missouri
Salary
$15 - $17 / HOUR
Support the Classroom Teacher in providing a safe and nurturing learning environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Assist with implementing developmentally appropriate curricula and maintaining positive relationships with families.
Requires a high school diploma and progress toward an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education with at least six months of related experience. Must possess current CPR/First Aid certifications and pass a criminal background check.
Make a difference in the lives of young children every day. The NIC Children’s Center is seeking an Assistant Classroom Teacher who is passionate about early childhood development and creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment for infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.
In this role, you will work closely with the Classroom Teacher to support children's growth and development through hands-on learning experiences, play-based activities, and individualized care. You will assist with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum, support children in meeting their daily needs, and help create a classroom environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to learn.
You will contribute to observing and documenting children's progress, assisting with assessments and goal setting, maintaining accurate records, and building positive relationships with families through daily communication. Collaboration is an important part of this role, as you will work alongside colleagues, volunteers, community partners, and student employees to provide high-quality early childhood education and care.
We are looking for someone who enjoys working with young children, communicates effectively, and approaches each day with patience, creativity, and a positive attitude. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to adapt to the changing needs of children and the classroom. A commitment to professional growth, teamwork, and fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates individual differences is essential.
If you are excited about helping children learn, grow, and thrive, we encourage you to apply.
Enjoy excellent benefits, including retirement [https://www.nic.edu/hr/benefits/] 2 personal days per year 8 sick days per year Paid holidays Tuition assistance
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High School diploma required. Working towards completing an Associate's degree or Applied Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent defined as at least 60 college/university credits with at least 30 college credits in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development (CD), EIElementary Education (ElEd), or Early Childhood Special Education) plus a minimum of six months related experience is required. On-going education toward an Associate’s Degree is required, with a completion deadline within 18 months.
Must successfully complete fingerprinting and criminal background check prior to working with children.
*This 73% FTE position will begin in late July*
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!
Market context
In Missouri, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by ongoing demand for educators with infant-toddler experience and formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field. These positions can be competitive because Montessori preparation and hands-on experience with children ages 0-3 are often required, along with standard benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and age-group experience before applying.
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