Assistant Teacher — Childcare & Preschool (Entry Level)

Assistant Teacher | Part-Time to Full-Time
Do you enjoy working with young children in a fun, fast-paced environment?
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!
Why You'll Love Working at Discovery Kidzone
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
What You'll Do
As an Assistant Teacher, you'll work alongside Lead Teachers to support children throughout their daily routines, learning activities, and play.
Your day may include:
Helping create a welcoming, engaging, and safe classroom environment
Supporting daily classroom routines, transitions, meals, naps, diapering, and toileting
Engaging children through stories, music, art, movement, sensory play, and hands-on activities
Assisting with curriculum and small-group learning activities
Encouraging positive social interactions and helping children build independence
Supervising children during indoor and outdoor play, meals, naps, and transitions
Helping maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom
Building positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
Communicating and working closely with your teaching team and center leadership
Stepping in to support other classrooms when needed
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
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
Previous childcare experience is a plus, but it's not required. We'll help train the right person!
Grow With Discovery Kidzone
An Assistant Teacher position is a great place to begin or continue a career in early childhood education. As you gain experience and complete training, there are opportunities to increase your hours, take on additional classroom responsibilities, and advance into Lead Teacher and leadership roles.
Discovery Kidzone supports team members interested in earning their CDA, pursuing Montessori certification, and continuing their professional development.
Ready to Join the DKZ Team?
If you're dependable, energetic, enjoy working with children, and want a job where every day is a little different, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and grow with Discovery Kidzone!

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No