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Leaders Wanted: Inspire Young Minds and Shape Bright Futures!

Logan Health Kid Kare is seeking a Full-Time Early Childhood Lead Teacher to join our passionate, collaborative team!

If you love creating engaging learning environments, guiding young children through key developmental milestones, and mentoring others, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

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 searching for a caring, patient, and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about early childhood development. 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

+ A strong communicator who works well in a team environment

Key Qualifications

+ Must be at least 18 years old

+ Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education preferred

+ Completion of Montana state-required early childhood training within 6 months of hire

+ Completion of STARS Assistant Teacher training within 12 months

+ CPR/AED certified or able to obtain within 30 days (training provided)

+ Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

+ Genuine love for working with young children

About Our Center

Kid Kare and Kid Kare Infant Center are licensed by the state of Montana and rated STAR 3 in the STARS to Quality Program—reflecting our commitment to excellence.

We care for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, serving Logan Health employees on a space-available basis. Our environment encourages exploration, self-sufficiency, curiosity, and early developmental milestones that set the foundation for lifelong learning.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Lead Teacher, you’ll take the helm in creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children can thrive during their most formative years. Your leadership will guide both children and staff toward excellence in early childhood education. Daily responsibilities include:

Creating a Safe, Engaging Environment

+ Ensure all play and learning areas are hazard-free and meet health and safety standards.

+ Design and implement age-appropriate activities that spark curiosity, creativity, and cognitive growth.

+ Maintain compliance with Montana state daycare licensure and STARs program requirements.

Lead & Mentor

+ Model best practices for classroom management and child development.

+ Delegate tasks and mentor assistant teachers to foster teamwork and professional growth.

+ Support new staff through training and guidance, promoting a positive and collaborative workplace culture.

Support & Supervise Children

+ Provide consistent supervision and emotional support for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years.

+ Guide children through daily routines, play-based learning, and developmental milestones.

+ Identify and address developmental delays with appropriate strategies and resources.

Collaborate with Families

+ Communicate regularly with parents about developmental goals, behavior plans, and progress.

+ Build trusting relationships that respect each child’s background, abilities, and culture.

Administrative & Documentation

+ Accurately complete observations, developmental screenings, attendance records, and progress reports.

+ Ensure compliance with food program requirements and other regulatory standards.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

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

+ Growth Opportunities: Access to ongoing training and career development

+ Meaningful Impact: Leave each day knowing you’ve made a difference

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

Apply today and bring your leadership and passion for early childhood education to Logan Health Kid Kare!

Shift:

Variable (United States of America)

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.