Part Time Teacher — Tues/Thurs Childcare & Preschool (Entry Level)
About The Position
Discovery Kidzone is seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic Assistant Teacher for its Bozeman team. The part-time role offers the opportunity to grow into full-time hours and is suited to someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to build experience in early childhood education. No previous childcare experience is required; paid onboarding, classroom training, and ongoing support are provided. Employees must be available Tuesdays and Thursdays; evenings and weekends are not required. The Assistant Teacher works alongside Lead Teachers and the teaching team to create a safe, engaging, and positive classroom where children can learn, play, and grow. The position can be a starting point or next step in an early childhood education career, with opportunities to increase hours, take on additional classroom responsibilities, and advance into Lead Teacher or leadership roles. Discovery Kidzone supports employees interested in earning a CDA, pursuing Montessori certification, and continuing professional development.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Caring, patient, dependable, and positive.
- Enthusiasm for working with young children.
- Comfortable in a busy, active classroom environment.
- Willingness to learn and receive coaching.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Reliable and able to maintain a consistent work schedule.
- Available to work Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Willingness 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 but is not required.
- Interest in earning a CDA or pursuing Montessori certification.
Responsibilities
- Help create a welcoming, engaging, and safe classroom environment.
- Support daily classroom routines and transitions, including 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 the teaching team and center leadership.
- Support other classrooms when needed.
Benefits
- 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
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
