• Early Childhood Instructor

    Montana State University (Bozeman, MT)


    Position Details

    Position Information

    Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26219

    For questions regarding this position, please contact:

    Katherine Hodge

    [email protected] (%[email protected])

     

    406-994-6618

     

    Classification Title Program Coord I

     

    Working Title Early Childhood Instructor

    Brief Position Overview

    The Early Childhood Instructor supports the Museum of the Rockies’ Early Learning Program by preparing and leading engaging, developmentally appropriate classes for children aged birth through five. The instructor will assist the early learning coordinator with curriculum development centered on MOR permanent and traveling exhibits, providing participants with accurate content and information. Through collaboration with other Education department staff, the instructor will provide an early learning presence at museum programs and events. This position is a 20-hour-per-week role. Applicants must be available to work and teach on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, as well as occasional weekends scheduled in advance. During the summer months, the position schedule will shift to hosting educational programming.

     

    Position Number 4N2089

     

    Department Museum of the Rockies

     

    Division Museum of the Rockies

     

    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 0.45

     

    Benefits Eligible Not Eligible

     

    Salary $18.36 - $22.95 hourly, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

     

    Contract Type Classified Hourly

     

    If other, please specify

     

    Recruitment Type Open

    Position Details

    General Statement

    The Early Learning Program has six weekly early learning classes – Sensational Babies, Little Learners, and Preschool Pioneers which are designed to stimulate children’s imaginations, encourage exploration of their surroundings, and promote hands-on discovery. These classes are offered Wednesday through Friday during the fall and spring and focus on MOR content related to cultural history, natural history, and astronomy. To learn more about the early learning program follow this link (https://museumoftherockies.org/early-learning) .

    Duties and Responsibilities

    + Facilitate early learning classes for children ages birth – 5.

    + Host drop – in programming for young children and families.

    + Attend education meetings.

    + Clean, sanitize, and maintain equipment and materials.

    + Create a welcoming environment for children and caregivers.

    + Assist the Early Learning Coordinator with:

    + Developing curricula and content.

    + Supporting education department and museum events.

    + Developing age-appropriate and safe materials and content.

    + Other responsibilities as requested.

    Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

    + Degree in or current student of Human Development & Family Science, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or equivalent.

    + Previous experience teaching or working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their families.

    + Previous experience working in informal or formal education or childcare settings.

    + Knowledge of early childhood development and the use of developmentally appropriate practices when interacting with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

    + Previous experience facilitating safe and developmentally supportive lessons, sensory experiences, and handson activities with young children.

    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

    + First Aid and CPR certification.

    The Successful Candidate Will

    + Strong communication skills.

    Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

    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.

    Physical Demands

    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.

     

    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)

     

    Open Date

     

    Close Date

    Applications will be:

    Screening of applications will begin on December 29, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

     

    Special Instructions

     

    This position is not eligible for sponsorship

    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.

     

    In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.