Lead Infant Teacher - Grow, Lead & Nurture Infants

Discovery Kidzone; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and sick leave

Paid professional development and CE

Annual staff conference and events

Employee childcare discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Discovery Kidzone is hiring a Lead Infant Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This full-time role starts Nov 2, 2026, with a focus on nurturing infants and guiding a classroom team.

Coaching and mentorship are provided to help the right candidate grow into a leadership position. Our program runs Monday through Friday with no evenings or weekends, emphasizing a balanced schedule and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare or early learning setting.
• Experience working with infants or toddlers preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to complete all required state licensing and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom routines for infants and young toddlers.
• Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.
• Support children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Observe and document children's progress.
• Maintain regular communication with families regarding children's development and daily activities.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and center policies.
• Guide and support classroom team members while promoting a collaborative environment.
• Organize classroom materials and maintain a clean, safe learning space.
• Work closely with center leadership to ensure high-quality classroom operations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Discovery Kidzone is hiring a Lead Infant Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This full-time role starts Nov 2, 2026, with a focus on nurturing infants and guiding a classroom team.

Coaching and mentorship are provided to help the right candidate grow into a leadership position. Our program runs Monday through Friday with no evenings or weekends, emphasizing a balanced schedule and professional development opportunities.