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Early Childhood Aide

Florence Crittenton
Helena, MT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026

Early Childhood Support Staff (2 Part-Time Positions)

Florence Crittenton Family Services - Child Enrichment Center

Florence Crittenton is hiring caring and dependable team members to support our early childhood classrooms serving childrenages 0–5. We currently have two part-time opportunities available: Teacher Float and Early Childhood Substitute Teacher.

Both roles help create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment while supporting our teaching team and young learners.

Position 1 - Early Childhood Teacher Float

Pay: $15.00 – $15.75 per hour, DOE
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm (20 hours/week)
Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Note: This is a year-round position (not seasonal).

What You'll Do

  • Support classrooms with play-based learning and activities
  • Assist with transitions, meals, rest time, and daily routines
  • Encourage social-emotional development and cooperative play
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom environment
  • Work collaboratively with teachers and staff

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Passion for working with young children
  • Flexible, reliable, and team-oriented
  • Ability to pass a background check

Early childhood experience is preferred but not required.

Position 2 - Early Childhood Substitute Teacher

Pay: $16.50 per hour
Schedule: Varies based on program needs, flexible
Status: Sub, Non-Exempt, not a benefit-eligible position

What You'll Do

  • Step into classrooms when staff are absent
  • Assist with lesson plans and classroom activities
  • Support children’s learning and development
  • Maintain a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment
  • Communicate with staff and follow program procedures

Qualifications

  • Interest in early childhood education
  • Ability to adapt quickly to different classrooms
  • Strong communication and classroom management skills

Previous preschool or classroom experience is helpful but not required.

Why Join Florence Crittenton?

  • Retirement plan with employer match
  • 4–5 weeks PTO annually
  • 11 paid holidays (including floating holidays)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive team environment

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and families every day.

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply here https://www.florencecrittenton.org/employment/apply-now/?swcfpc=1

Application, Resume, and Cover letter should address the position/shift you are applying for, and reason for applying for this position.

Please contact the HR Department at 406-413-7007 for more information, including a full job description.

FC provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, or disability as defined by federal and state law in our relationship with applicants for employment, employees of FC, and the public.

Pay: $15.00 - $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16

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