Support Teacher

‭ Support Teacher‬

‭ Reports To:‬‭ Center Director‬

‭ Pay Rate:‬‭ $20–$24/hour‬

‭ About Early Alpine Academy‬

‭ Early Alpine Academy is a play-based, relationship-driven early learning program located in the‬

‭ heart of downtown Bozeman. We serve children from infancy through preschool with consistent‬

‭ daily rhythms, a team that truly shows up, and a deep commitment to connection—between‬

‭ teachers and children, between families and caregivers, and within our teaching team itself.‬

‭ Our classrooms and outdoor space are full of joyful play, hands-on exploration, and rich‬

‭ opportunities for social-emotional growth. Whether we’re building with blocks, exploring nature,‬

‭ or diving into art and STEAM projects, we believe learning happens best when children feel‬

‭ safe, seen, and excited to be here. We work closely with Bozeman’s working families to create a‬

‭ warm, dependable partnership—and a daily experience that feels as good as it is‬

‭ developmentally sound.‬

‭ About the Role‬

‭ As a Support Teacher, you’ll play a unique and essential role in the rhythm of our day. This‬

‭ position is ideal for someone who loves variety, enjoys being on the move, and feels energized‬

‭ by working with many different children and teachers throughout the day.‬

‭ Rather than being assigned to a single classroom, Support Teachers float between classrooms,‬

‭ stepping in where support is most needed. This includes being the first to step into a classroom‬

‭ when a Lead or Assistant Teacher is out, helping provide continuity, stability, and care for‬

‭ children while keeping the day running smoothly. You’ll help create calm during transitions,‬

‭ support teachers during busy moments, and adapt with confidence when plans shift.‬

‭ Support Teachers are deeply trusted members of our team. You’ll bring a steady, positive‬

‭ presence wherever you go, build quick and meaningful connections with children, and‬

‭ collaborate with many teachers throughout the day. This role is perfect for someone who is‬

‭ go-with-the-flow, observant, collaborative, and eager to learn on the job.‬

‭ No two days look exactly the same—and that’s what makes this role both challenging and‬

‭ rewarding.‬‭ What You’ll Be Doing‬

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‬‭ Stepping into classrooms throughout the day to provide consistent, reliable‬

‭ coverage—especially when a Lead or Assistant Teacher is out—helping maintain‬

‭ continuity and care for children‬

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‬‭ Being a calm, grounding presence across the center, supporting children through‬

‭ transitions, busy moments, and changes in routine with patience and warmth‬

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‬‭ Working with children of different ages, meeting them where they are and building quick,‬

‭ positive connections through play and responsive interaction‬

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‬‭ Supporting daily rhythms such as drop-off, meals, outdoor time, rest time, and classroom‬

‭ transitions so children feel safe and secure‬

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‬‭ Collaborating with many teachers throughout the day, adapting to different classroom‬

‭ styles while staying aligned with Early Alpine’s shared values and expectations‬

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‬‭ Jumping in during high-energy or high-need moments, offering extra support, flexibility,‬

‭ and care when it matters most‬

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‬‭ Helping maintain a beautiful, ready learning environment by resetting spaces, preparing‬

‭ materials, and keeping shared areas safe, clean, and organized‬

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‬‭ Learning on the job by observing experienced teachers, asking questions, and growing‬

‭ skills across age groups and classroom settings‬

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‭ Job Requirements‬

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‬‭ Brings a calm, grounded presence to busy or unpredictable moments and builds‬

‭ positive, respectful relationships with children and adults‬

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‬‭ Curious, observant, and eager to learn on the job, with a commitment to growing‬

‭ professionally‬

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‬‭ Communicates clearly and warmly with children, families, and team members‬

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‬‭ Reliable and accountable—someone teammates can count on to step in and follow‬

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‬‭ Enrolled in the Montana Early Childhood Practitioner Registry (Level 0–2 to start)‬

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● Eligible to pass a background check and obtain CPR/First Aid certification‬

●Physically able to engage with young children throughout the day, including lifting,‬

‭ bending, and active play‬

‭ Compensation & Benefits‬

‭ We believe caring for children starts with caring for our team. Early Alpine offers a thoughtful‬

‭ benefits package designed to support your health, family, and long-term wellbeing.‬

●3 weeks of paid time off, plus paid holidays‬

●Health insurance with employer contribution‬

●Optional dental, vision, accident, and voluntary life & AD&D coverage‬

●Employer-paid long-term disability and $25,000 life & AD&D coverage‬

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching‬

●Childcare subsidy‬

●Paid sabbatical program‬

●Paid parental leave‬

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