What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Lead Teacher- Preschool Room - Full-Time | Part-Time position at The Staff Pad?
At The Staff Pad, we’re proud to partner with a respected non-profit healthcare system in beautiful Helena, MT, to hire a caring and reliable Early Childhood Lead Teacher fopr the Pre-School Room who is excited to create a positive, engaging, and safe learning environment for children ages 2–5.
This is an organization known for compassionate care, strong community values, and a commitment to being Montana’s gold standard in healthcare.
Schedule: Full-Time | Part-Time
What You’ll Do
- Provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences for preschool-aged children (2–5 years)
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities that support children's growth
- Supervise children, guide positive behavior, partner with families, and collaborate with staff to create a high-quality early learning experience
- Promote curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and school readiness while maintaining licensing, health and safety, and program quality standards
What We Are Looking For
- Two years of experience in a licensed early childhood program required
- 32 hours of ECP training or Level 2 on the ECP Registry required
- At least 18 years old
- AHA Heartsaver CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification (within 30 days of hire)
- Current on the Montana Early Childhood Project Practitioner Registry (within 15 days of hire)
- Infant Safety Essentials (within 30 days of hire)
- Health and Safety Required Professional Development (within 90 days of hire)
- Complete mandatory 16-hour annual training and maintain required hospital and State Licensing immunizations
Additional Skills & Attributes
- Knowledge of childhood growth and development
- Apply child development principles to meet individual needs
- Decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
- Collaborate effectively with staff, families, and community partners
- Maintain respectful communication with staff, families, children, and the community
- Ability to ensure a safe environment in classrooms, outdoor areas, and on field trips
- Handle multiple tasks and stressors effectively
- Genuine interest in working with young children; remain calm and reassuring
What You Can Expect:
Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability Coverage, HSA& FSA Options
- Generous PTO, Vacation days, holidays & sick leave
- Tuition Assistance & Reimbursement
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
- Cafeteria, Health Club Membership & Affordable Child Care
- Success Share Payout
Compensation is reviewed annually to remain competitive with industry standards.
If you’re passionate about early childhood education and creating a safe, engaging environment where young children can learn and grow, we encourage you to apply. Join a supportive team that values collaboration, compassion, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families every day.