If you believe every child deserves a joyful, caring place to learn and grow, the NIC Children’s Center wants you on our team! We’re hiring an Assistant Classroom Teacher who is passionate about early childhood development and ready to support our teachers in creating playful, inclusive, and enriching learning environments for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers.
This position is about more than just childcare - it’s about fostering curiosity, building relationships, and being part of something meaningful. We’re looking for someone who communicates clearly, solves problems with creativity and care, and can stay organized even when the finger paint starts flying. You’ll need to be comfortable using technology for documentation and daily tasks, and willing to pitch in wherever needed to support the classroom and center community.
As part of our mission-driven team, you’ll make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Whether it’s helping a child meet a milestone, building trust with a parent, or supporting a fellow teacher, your work matters here. We’re committed to supporting your own professional growth too - because when you thrive, our kids thrive.
If this sounds like your kind of place, we hope you’ll apply!
Enjoy excellent benefits, including retirement
2 personal days per year
8 sick days per year
Tuition assistance
Work Site Location: Coeur d' Alene Campus
Work Schedule: 40hrs/wk between 6:30am-5:30pm M-F, summers off
*This 70% FTE position will begin in late July*
Starting pay range: $14.36 - $16.51
Pay Grade: C2 To see full Classified Pay Grade Salary Structures click here
Job Description linked below: (some job boards may not include active links so please click Apply Now on the NIC website or go to www.nic.edu/jobs to see full details);
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Minimum Qualifications
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), EI Elementary Education (ElEd), or Early Childhood Special Education) plus a minimum of six months related experience. On-going education toward an Associate’s Degree is required, with a completion deadline within 18 months.
Required License and/or Certifications:
Must have or obtain an Individual Child Care License from the City of Coeur d’Alene prior to beginning work. A temporary permit can be accepted to begin supervised work while licensing is in progress. To obtain the license, the license applicant must:
• Complete fingerprinting and criminal background check
• Submit evidence of current infant/child/pediatric first aid and CPR training valid through current licensing period, and
• Submit evidence of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test.
• Must have or be able to obtain within thirty (30) days of employment Idaho STARS Professional Development System Registration
• Must complete the ICCP training requirements within sixty (60) days of hire.
• Must complete Teaching Strategies Gold Reliability Certification within 30 days of hire
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!
