Kaniksu Community Health·Sandpoint, Idaho
Provide a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 0-5 through play-based activities and basic care. Maintain positive relationships with parents and ensure classroom cleanliness and safety compliance.
Kaniksu Community Health is a non-profit, award winning Community Health Center that provides integrated, team-based healthcare in north Idaho.
The Kaniksu Community Health Kid’s Club provides affordable on-site childcare to the children of our team members.
Our Kid’s Club, which is housed in a newly opened, purpose built, state of the art building, provides a fun, safe, nurturing environment where children between the ages of 0-5years are encouraged to learn and develop key skills through play based activities.
At Kaniksu Community Health, we are proud to have built a positive and engaged team with a "family" spirit.
Our team of dedicated Childcare teachers provide a child centric approach to care in accordance with appropriate Idaho state provider: child ratio requirements.
As a Childcare Teacher at Kaniksu, it’s not a job, it is an opportunity to grow your career as a Childcare Professional.
The benefits of working for the KCH Kid’s Club include: Comprehensive on the job training Education Assistance and Guided Career Pathways Paid Personal and Vacation Leave Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance 4% 401K employer match Year round, affordable on-site childcare As a Childcare Teacher at the KCH Kid’s Club, a typical day may include: Provide basic needs for children Provide tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of children Develop and maintain positive communication and relationships with children and parents Maintain a clean and tidy classroom Encourage children to interact with each other to develop social skills Provide appropriate supervision for children at all times Maintain inventory system for classroom materials and supplies Facilitate various activities for children including songs, games and art project activities First aid: must have a good knowledge of child safety requirements and be up-to-date on first aid protocol.
Establish and enforce rules of behavior for children in their classrooms Experience Needed to Land this Gig: High School or equivalent required At least one year childcare experience preferred, however not essential – full training will be provided Ability to foster a fun and safe classroom environment conducive to learning Basic understanding of child behavior and learning patterns Ability to work with children and remain friendly, calm, and patient at all times Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Good analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to set rules and guidelines for children to follow Solid organizational skills and ability to maintain a tidy and neat classroom Please note: This position will require a state and federal background check to be completed and registration with Idaho STARS.
Work Schedule: Full Time No. of Hours - 40 4 days/week
High school diploma or equivalent is required, with one year of childcare experience preferred. Candidates must pass a state and federal background check and register with Idaho STARS.
Market context
Idaho classroom teacher openings often draw steady interest because schools need candidates who can meet basic eligibility requirements and step into classroom routines quickly. These roles are competitive when employers prefer prior teaching experience and Montessori credentials, and the listed benefits can help offset a modest hourly range. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience, certification status, and background-check readiness before applying.