Early Childhood Lead Teacher (Toddler Room)

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
  

 Join a Team That Makes a Difference