Early Head Start Preschool Center Aide

Make a Difference Every Day. Inspire Young Minds. Build Bright Futures. Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow, and succeed? Do you love bringing energy, creativity, and compassion into everything you do? Join our team as an Early HeadStart Preschool Center Aide at our Hoopes Center in Idaho Falls, and become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering children and families. Every day, you'll help create meaningful experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence, and prepare young learners for lifelong success.

What You'll Do

As an Early Head Start Center Aide, you'll work alongside our teaching team to create a fun, engaging, and supportive preschool environment for children ages birth to 3.

• Partner with the Lead Teacher to support engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences that encourage creativity, exploration, and growth.
• Create a warm, welcoming, and safe classroom where every child feels valued, supported, and ready to learn.
• Prepare hands-on learning materials and interactive centers that inspire curiosity and imagination.
• Encourage learning through play, storytelling, art, music, movement, and other enriching activities.
• Support healthy habits by assisting with meals and promoting positive nutrition practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment that helps children thrive.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities to continue growing your skills.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within 12 months of hire—with all training and costs fully covered by us.
• Experience working with children ages birth to five is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle liability insurance.
• Ability to complete a physical examination upon hire.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification through employer-provided training.

Benefits

• Starting wage of $15.28 per hour (DOE).
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with an employer match of up to 6%.
• Employer-paid Health Insurance with multiple plan options.
• 60% employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• 100% employer-paid Group Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care options.
• Generous Paid Time Off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• School-year schedule with summers off—enjoy meaningful work and valuable time for yourself and your family.

Must be able to pass an Intellicorp SSN Verification/Criminal History Search and Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Enhanced Background Check. Pre-employment drug testing is also required. Any job offer will be based on the results of these checks.