Infant & Toddler Teacher — Full-Time, No Nights or Weekends

Discovery Kidzone; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekday schedule

Paid onboarding and training

Professional development

Insurance options

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition discounts

Team celebrations

Job summary

Discovery Kidzone is seeking an Infant & Toddler Teacher for DKZ West in Bozeman. No prior childcare experience required — paid training and ongoing support are provided to help you grow in early childhood education.

You'll work Monday through Friday with a focus on safety, nurturing relationships, and discovering learning through hands-on activities. Commitment to Montana licensing and CPR/First Aid is expected, with growth opportunities and team support along the way.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Passion for working with infants and toddlers.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire).
• Able to complete Montana licensing and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive care and supervision for infants and toddlers.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Support daily routines including feeding, diapering, napping, and playtime.
• Prepare bottles and follow proper food storage and sanitation procedures.
• Create engaging learning experiences through music, sensory play, books, movement, and hands-on exploration.
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
• Observe and document children's daily activities and milestones.
• Communicate professionally with families about routines, progress, and milestones.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to provide exceptional care and learning experiences.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Dependable

Organized

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Do you love working with infants and toddlers? Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day brings new milestones, meaningful connections, and opportunities to make a difference?

Discovery Kidzone is looking for a compassionate, dependable, and enthusiastic Infant & Toddler Teacher to join our team at DKZ West in Bozeman.

No previous childcare experience is required. Paid training and ongoing support are provided!

Whether you're an experienced educator or just beginning your career in early childhood education, we'll help you build the skills and confidence you need to succeed.

Why You'll Love Working at Discovery Kidzone

• Monday-Friday schedule with no evenings or weekends
• Competitive hourly pay based on education and experience
• Paid onboarding and classroom training
• Ongoing professional development and coaching
• Support for CDA and Montessori certification
• Career advancement opportunities
• Childcare tuition discounts
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Telehealth services
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Staff appreciation events and team celebrations
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture

What You'll Do

As an Infant & Toddler Teacher, you'll help create a warm, safe, and engaging classroom where children feel secure, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.

You'll:

• Provide attentive care and supervision for infants and toddlers
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children
• Support daily routines including feeding, diapering, napping, and playtime
• Prepare bottles and follow proper food storage and sanitation procedures
• Create engaging learning experiences through music, sensory play, books, movement, and hands-on exploration
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development
• Observe and document children's daily activities and developmental milestones
• Communicate professionally with families about children's routines, progress, and milestones
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to provide exceptional care and learning experiences
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom

What We’re Looking For

We're looking for someone who is caring, dependable, patient, and excited to work with young children.

• At least 16 years old
• Passion for working with infants and toddlers
• Previous childcare experience is helpful but not required
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patient, dependable, and organized
• Comfortable learning and working in a team environment
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Ability to complete all required Montana licensing and training requirements

Grow Your Career With Discovery Kidzone

We believe great teachers deserve great support. That's why we invest in paid training, ongoing coaching, and professional development to help you build a rewarding career in early childhood education.

Whether your goal is to earn your CDA, pursue Montessori certification, continue your education, or advance into a leadership role, we'll support you every step of the way.

If you're passionate about helping young children grow, learn, and thrive, we'd love to meet you.