[Hiring] Certified Early Childhood Educator @Care Options for Kids

Role Description

At Care Options for Kids, our school-based Certified Early Childhood Education Teacher plays a critical role in creating inclusive learning environments where students with diverse needs can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. This role is designed for educators who are skilled, adaptable, and committed to meeting students where they are.

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will provide virtual services to Head Start students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), focusing on communication and social skills as outlined in the students' Individualized Education Program (IEP).

• Deliver 30 minutes of live virtual instruction each week to monitor student progress, provide specialized instruction, and support IEP goals.
• Meet virtually with the on-site paraeducator for approximately 30 minutes each week to provide coaching, review student progress, address concerns, and plan instructional priorities for the upcoming week.
• Provide ongoing indirect supervision and guidance to the paraeducator, who will deliver approximately 2 hours of daily support, 4 days per week, and document student progress.
• Complete Medicaid billing documentation for all billable direct service sessions.
• Monitor student progress and prepare quarterly progress reports.
• Implement the student's IEP, recommend and complete amendments as needed, and facilitate the annual IEP meeting, including all required documentation.

This position requires approximately 3 hours per week. Services are provided during the Head Start program schedule of Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in PST.

If you’re a Certified Early Childhood Education Teacher looking for a school-based role where your expertise is valued and your impact is felt, this position was designed with you in mind.

• Collaborative school-based team environment
• Clear expectations aligned to district standards
• Ongoing support from leadership and school partners
• Resources and guidance to support instructional planning and classroom management

Qualifications

• Experience as an Early Childhood or Elementary Teacher
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Degree in Education preferred
• Must hold an active Idaho State Teaching License with Early Childhood Special Education Endorsement (#001)
• Previous experience delivering live virtual instruction or online lessons is strongly preferred
• Strong organizational and instructional planning skills
• Ability to adapt curriculum for diverse learning needs
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto liability insurance

Requirements

• Application Open Through 9/31/26

Company Description

• Care Options for Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.