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Assistant Pre-K Teacher – Be Part of Something That Matters
- Proudly voted Bitterroot’s Best Child Care 2024 & 2025 -
Do you love working with children and being part of a team that creates joyful, meaningful learning experiences? At Ravalli Head Start, we’re looking for a fun, dependable, and nurturing Assistant Pre-K Teacher who is ready to support the classroom, build strong connections, and make a difference every day.
This role is perfect for someone who wants to grow in Early Childhood Education while being part of a supportive, mission-driven team.
What You’ll Love About This Role
Schedule:
- 40 hours/week
- Monday–Friday
- 10-month position
- Summers off
Benefits:
- Employer-paid health insurance
- Low-cost optional benefits: dental, vision, life, long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and FSA
- Access to 2 Employee Assistance Programs
- Generous vacation & personal leave
- 12 paid holidays
- 401(k) eligibility after 1 year
- Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
What You’ll Do
As an Assistant Pre-K Teacher, you’ll play a key role in supporting a structured, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment.
- Support the Lead Teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and classroom activities
- Help create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized learning environment
- Engage with children through play, learning, and daily routines
- Assist with supervision during classroom time, meals, outdoor play, and transitions
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
- Support classroom management and reinforce positive behavior strategies
- Assist with observations and documentation as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working with young children preferred
- CDA or willingness to obtain (preferred but not required)
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Dependable, flexible, and willing to jump in where needed
- A genuine passion for supporting young children’s growth and development
(Relevant combinations of education and experience will be considered.)
Why Ravalli Head Start?
At Ravalli Head Start, we believe in whole-child development, strong family partnerships, and creating a foundation for lifelong success. You’ll be part of a team that values:
- Connection and compassion
- Professional growth and mentorship
- Meaningful, mission-driven work
Ready to Grow With Us?
If you’re someone who brings energy, heart, and reliability to your work, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and be part of something bigger.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.14 - $19.19 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19