Early Childhood Lead Teacher (Toddler Room) 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. This is an organization known for compassionate care, strong community values, and a commitment to being Montana's gold standard in healthcare.

We're currently seeking a passionate and nurturing Early Childhood Lead Teacher who is excited to create a positive, engaging, and safe learning environment for children ages 2-5. If you love inspiring curiosity, encouraging growth, and helping children thrive during their most important developmental years, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Make a lasting impact on children during their early learning years
  
• Join a supportive, mission-driven organization that values education and care
  
• Work in a collaborative and welcoming environment
  
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and continued development
  
• Help create meaningful experiences for children and their families every day
  

What You'll Do

As the Early Childhood Lead Teacher, you'll lead classroom activities and foster a fun, structured, and nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to explore.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate classroom activities
  
• Create a safe, healthy, and stimulating learning environment
  
• Supervise children closely and respond to their individual needs
  
• Encourage creativity, exploration, social development, and hands-on learning
  
• Prepare classroom materials and learning spaces each day
  
• Partner with families to support each child's development and success
  
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and fellow staff members
  
• Support and mentor classroom staff through guidance and training
  
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  

What We're Looking For

We're searching for someone who is compassionate, dependable, energetic, and committed to helping children learn and grow.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a licensed early childhood program
  
• Completion of 32 hours of Early Childhood Program (ECP) training or Level 2 on the ECP Registry
  
• Must be at least 18 years old
  
• Ability to maintain professionalism and build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
  

Certifications & Requirements

The following certifications and training are required (or must be completed within designated timeframes after hire):

• American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR & Pediatric First Aid (within 30 days of hire and kept current after)
  
• Must maintain current standing with the Montana Early Childhood Project Practitioner Registry (within 15 days of hire)
  
• Infant Safety Essentials training (within 30 days of hire)
  
• Health & Safety Professional Development training (within 90 days of hire)
  
• Completion of mandatory 16-hour annual training requirements
  
• Maintain current company and state-required immunizations
  

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