Support Teacher
Early Alpine Academy
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Location
Bozeman, Montana
Salary
$20 - $24 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Support Teacher will step into various classrooms throughout the day to provide consistent coverage, especially when lead or assistant teachers are absent, ensuring continuity of care and stability for the children. This role involves being a calm presence during transitions, supporting daily rhythms, and collaborating with multiple teachers while adapting to different classroom styles.
Requirements summary
Candidates must bring a calm, grounded presence, build positive relationships, and be curious and observant learners committed to professional growth. Applicants must be enrolled in the Montana Early Childhood Practitioner Registry (Level 0-2 to start), pass a background check, obtain CPR/First Aid certification, and be physically capable of engaging with young children.
Job description
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 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
Being a calm, grounding presence across the center, supporting children through transitions, busy moments, and changes in routine with patience and warmth
Working with children of different ages, meeting them where they are and building quick, positive connections through play and responsive interaction
Supporting daily rhythms such as drop-off, meals, outdoor time, rest time, and classroom transitions so children feel safe and secure
Collaborating with many teachers throughout the day, adapting to different classroom styles while staying aligned with Early Alpine’s shared values and expectations
Jumping in during high-energy or high-need moments, offering extra support, flexibility, and care when it matters most
Helping maintain a beautiful, ready learning environment by resetting spaces, preparing materials, and keeping shared areas safe, clean, and organized
Learning on the job by observing experienced teachers, asking questions, and growing skills across age groups and classroom settings
Job Requirements Brings a calm, grounded presence to busy or unpredictable moments and builds positive, respectful relationships with children and adults
Curious, observant, and eager to learn on the job, with a commitment to growing professionally
Communicates clearly and warmly with children, families, and team members
Reliable and accountable—someone teammates can count on to step in and follow through
Enrolled in the Montana Early Childhood Practitioner Registry (Level 0–2 to start)
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