Early Childhood Assistant Teacher | Kid Kare & Infant Center

Logan Health Medical Center
  • Kalispell, Montana
    11 days ago

    Job Description

    Make a meaningful impact every day by supporting young children as they explore, discover, and grow. We’re looking for a caring Assistant Teacher who brings positivity, patience, and creativity to our early learning team.

    Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.

    Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

    Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

    What We’re Looking For

    We’re seeking a caring, patient, and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about early childhood development and supporting young learners. Our ideal candidate is:

    • Positive, dependable, and emotionally intelligent

    • Attentive to each child’s needs, strengths, and unique background

    • Creative, flexible, and able to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment

    • A strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative team setting

    Key Qualifications

    • Must be at least 18 years old

    • Associate’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education preferred

    • Ability to complete Montana state‑required early childhood training within 6 months of hire

    • Completion of STARS Assistant Teacher Training within 12 months of hire

    • CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days (training provided)

    • Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

    • Genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development

    About Our Center

    Kid Kare and Kid Kare Infant Center are licensed by the State of Montana and proudly rated STAR 3 in the STARS to Quality Program—reflecting our dedication to high‑quality early learning.

    We serve children ages 6 weeks to 6 years of Logan Health employees on a space‑available basis. Our learning environment encourages exploration, independence, curiosity, and the early developmental milestones that shape a lifelong love of learning.

    What You’ll Be Doing

    As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll play a meaningful role in shaping children’s early experiences and providing a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment. Responsibilities include:

    Create a Safe, Engaging Environment

    • Maintain hazard-free play and learning spaces

    • Support a clean, healthy, and safe classroom

    • Prepare age‑appropriate activities that inspire curiosity and creativity

    Support & Supervise Children

    • Ensure safety, comfort, and emotional well‑being at all times

    • Guide children through play, routines, and learning experiences

    Encourage Lifelong Healthy Habits

    • Model and support positive habits around nutrition, physical activity, and safety

    Be a Collaborative Team Member

    • Partner with teachers and staff to plan activities and support classrooms

    • Mentor new team members and contribute to a positive work environment

    Provide Administrative Support

    • Assist with documentation, attendance, and daily activity reports

    Celebrate Diversity

    • Value and respect each child’s background, culture, and abilities

    Why You’ll Love Working Here

    • Supportive Team: Work alongside dedicated educators who truly love what they do

    • Growth Opportunities: Access to ongoing professional development and training

    • Meaningful Impact: Make a difference in children’s lives every single day

    Benefits

    Logan Health offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

    • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

    • 401(k) with generous employer matching

    • Employer-provided life insurance

    • Voluntary life and disability insurance options

    • Critical Illness and Voluntary Accident coverage

    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

    • FSA / HSA options

    • Paid time off, holiday pay, and illness bank

    • Free parking

    • Employee referral program

    • Tuition Reimbursement Program

    • Employee Wellness Program — wellness coaching, classes, incentives, and more

    • Logan Health Fitness Center: Waived registration fee + 50% off monthly membership

    Shift:

    Day Shift - 10 Hours (United States of America)

    Kid Kare Hours / Schedule:Monday - Friday | 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

    Full-Time Assistant Teachers must be available for a minimum of 30 hours per week, typically consisting of:

    • 3 10-hour shifts

    Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

    If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

    • Criminal background check

    • Reference checks

    • Drug Screening

    • Health and Immunizations Screening

    • Physical Demand Review/Screening

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationKalispell, Montana

    Skills

    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Defibrillatorunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Disability Insuranceunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Early Childhood Educationunmatched
    • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
    • Fitnessunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Nutritionunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Primary Schoolunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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