Assistant Teacher
Discovery Kidzone•Bozeman, MT
•$19 - $20•Onsite
About The Position
Discovery Kidzone is looking for a caring, dependable, and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our Bozeman team! This is a part-time position with the opportunity to grow into full-time hours. As an Assistant Teacher, you'll work alongside our teaching team to create a safe, engaging, and positive environment where children can learn, play, and grow. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with children and wants to build experience in early childhood education. No previous childcare experience required — we provide paid training and ongoing support!
Requirements
- At least 16 years old
- Caring, patient, dependable, and positive
- Excited to work with young children
- Comfortable in a busy, active classroom environment
- Willing to learn and receive coaching
- A strong communicator and team player
- Reliable and able to maintain a consistent work schedule
- Willing to complete all required Montana childcare licensing and training requirements
- CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to obtain certification within 30 days of hire
Nice To Haves
- Previous childcare experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Help create a welcoming, engaging, and safe classroom environment
- Support daily classroom routines, transitions, meals, naps, diapering, and toileting
- Engage children through stories, music, art, movement, sensory play, and hands-on activities
- Assist with curriculum and small-group learning activities
- Encourage positive social interactions and help children build independence
- Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, meals, naps, and transitions
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
- Communicate and work closely with your teaching team and center leadership
- Step in to support other classrooms when needed
Benefits
- Part-time and full-time opportunities
- Monday-Friday schedule — no evenings or weekends
- Paid onboarding and classroom training
- Competitive pay based on education and experience
- Ongoing professional development
- Support for CDA and Montessori certification pathways
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Employee childcare discounts
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options for eligible employees
- Telehealth services
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and sick leave for eligible full-time employees
- Staff appreciation events and annual team retreats
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
