Preschool Teacher (Fixed Term)

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement

Bozeman (MT)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 33,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

ASMSU Early Learning Center is seeking a part-time lead teacher to oversee preschool curriculum planning and classroom implementation. You will supervise children, aides, and MSU students, while fostering parent involvement and maintaining a safe learning environment.

The role starts mid-October through Spring 2026 with potential extension. Requires a Bachelor’s in ECE or related field, MT Lead Teacher certification, and 3+ years experience in early childhood settings.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development & Family Science, Child Development, or related field.
Early Childhood Lead Teacher certified through Montana Childcare Licensing.
Minimum 3 years of experience as an early childhood (birth – age 5) teacher.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement curriculum for preschool.
Inspect classroom and outdoor environment daily for safety and sanitation; correct as needed.
Supervise and care for children.
Follow ASMSU Early Learning Center policies and procedures.
Engage children in developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Develop positive relationships with families; conduct parent/teacher conferences.
Use newsletters, email, and meetings to inform families of events and involve them.
Help families access community resources.
Provide guidance to teacher aides and MSU-Bozeman students.
Participate in ongoing training to stay current with ECE licensing trends.

Skills

Collaborative work

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education; related field

Lead Teacher certification (Montana Childcare Licensing)

3+ years of early childhood teaching experience

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27115 For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Deidre Hodgson

(406) 994-4326

deidre.hodgson@montana.edu

Classification Title Teacher, Preschool Working Title Preschool Teacher (Fixed Term) Brief Position Overview

The ASMSU Early Learning Center is seeking a part-time lead teacher during an exciting period of space renovation and temporary adjustment. The role is intended to start in mid-October and will last until the end of the Spring 2026 semester, with the possibility to extend the contract as the center needs. The lead teacher is responsible for all aspects of the ASMSU Early Learning Center classroom curriculum planning and implementation; supervision and guidance of children, teacher aides, and MSU students; parent relationships and involvement; classroom environment; safety and health standards. Great opportunity teaching young children!

Position Number 4N1154, Suffix LT Department Human Development &Community Health Division College of Education, Health & Human Development Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE FTE 0.5-0.6 FTE (20-24 hrs weekly) Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $22.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type Classified Hourly If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Duties and Responsibilities

Manage All Aspects Of The Preschool Classroom

Plan and implement curriculum.
Inspect classroom and outdoor environment daily for safety and sanitation and take steps to make any necessary corrections.
Supervise and care for children.
Carry out all policies and procedures of the ASMSU Early Learning Center.
Engage children in active, meaningful, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Develop positive relationship with families by meeting pre-enrollment, maintaining communications, and conducting at least two parent/teacher conferences per year.
Use newsletters, email and face to face conversations to inform families of current and future events, as well as encourage parent involvement.
Help families find resources to enhance their life situations.
Give objective, non-judgmental feedback and suggestions, and support to teacher aides and MSU-Bozeman students working in the center.
Participate in training and course work to remain current with the trends in ECE and to meet requirements for licensing.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development & Family Science, Child Development, or related field
Early Childhood Lead Teacher certified through Montana Childcare Licensing
Minimum 3 years of experience as an early childhood (birth – age 5) teacher

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
Demonstrated experience in varying communication methods and interpersonal skills.

The Successful Candidate Will

Work productively in a team-oriented environment.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students.
Maintain a high standard of professionalism.
Demonstrate evidence of good judgment, flexibility, and innovation.
Demonstrated strong organizational skills.
Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
Possess a commitment to early childhood education.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Physical Demands

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number Of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon Completion Of a Successful Search Position End Date (if Temporary) 05/14/2027 Open Date Close Date Applications Will Be

Screening of applications will begin on October 9, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.Please note that this position is a Fixed Term contract role, starting at the conclusion of a successful search and terminating at the end of Spring 2027 semester. This contract may be eligible for extension dependent on the Center’s needs.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

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