Early Childhood Assistant Teacher | Kid Kare & Infant Center

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 Were Looking For:

We are searching for someone who is enthusiastic energetic and genuinely cares about fostering the development of young minds. The ideal candidate will be patient compassionate creative flexible and always ready to bring a positive attitude to their work. A strong sense of cultural awareness and emotional intelligence is also key to providing a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Associates degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education preferred

• Completion of Montana state-required early childhood training within six (6) months of hire and STARs Assistant Teacher training within twelve (12) months.

• CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days). Training will be provided if you do not have a current certification.

• Enthusiastic patient and nurturing with a genuine love for working with young children.

• Strong communication organizational and teamwork skills

About our facility:

Kid Kare and Kid Kare Infant Center are childcare facilities licensed by the state of Montana and STAR 3 in the STARS to Quality Program which requires standards of excellence.

Our center cares for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years as a service for all Logan Health employees on a space-available basis.

Children are encouraged to explore their environment and learn self-sufficiency while being taught critical thinking and life skills in preparation for later educational experiences.

What Youll Be Doing:

In this role youll make a significant impact on the lives of children and help guide them through some of their most formative years. Heres a look at your daily responsibilities:

• Create a Safe and Stimulating Environment: Youll be responsible for keeping all play and learning areas free of hazards and promoting cleanliness and health standards. Youll also design age-appropriate activities to challenge kids and encourage their curiosity.

• Provide Supervision & Support: Ensuring the safety and well-being of children at all times is a top priority. Youll guide them through play and learning while fostering an environment where they feel comfortable to explore and try new things.

• Develop Lifelong Healthy Habits: Help children develop essential skills related to nutrition exercise and health/safety that will set them up for a lifetime of healthy choices.

• Collaborate with a Great Team: Youll work closely with other educators and staff to plan activities implement learning experiences and provide an environment where everyone can succeed. Youll also have the opportunity to mentor new staff and contribute ideas to improve our overall workflow.

• Administrative Support: Youll assist with necessary paperwork and documentation ensuring that everything is completed accurately and on time.

• Respect & Diversity: Embrace the unique backgrounds abilities and cultures of each child and family you work with and always strive to provide an inclusive and respectful environment.

Why youll love working here:

• Team Environment: Work with a fun supportive team that shares your passion for helping children grow and thrive.

• Growth Opportunities: Were committed to professional development and will support you with training and resources to expand your skills and advance in your career.

• Meaningful Work: At the end of the day youll leave knowing that youve made a difference in a childs life. Its truly rewarding work!

Logan Health takes great pride in offering its employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Dental and Vision insurance

• 401(k) with generous matching

• Employer-provided life insurance

• Voluntary life and disability insurance options

• Critical Illness and Voluntary Accident options

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• FSA / HSA offerings

• Free parking

• Paid time off Holiday pay and Illness bank

• Employee referral program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Wellness Program that includes wellness coaching classes wellness incentives and more

• Logan Health Fitness Center - Waived registration fee and 1/2 off monthly membership dues

If youre excited about being a part of a team that loves making a positive impact on childrens lives apply today! We cant wait to meet you!

Shift:

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

A flexible work schedule is required including holidays overtime weekend assignments with the potential for assignments to alternative 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.