--- title: Lead/Assistant Early Learning Teacher description: Gallatin Valley YMCA is hiring for the Lead/Assistant Early Learning Teacher role in Bozeman, MT. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/lead-assistant-early-learning-teacher-at-gallatinvalleyymca-org-01a0b3c6-9949-7650-b7f3-fd735a2998f2 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Gallatin Valley YMCA as Lead/Assistant Early Learning Teacher in Bozeman, MT. Pays $17–$20 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/sle1ba.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Gallatin Valley YMCA | | **Location** | Bozeman, MT | | **Salary** | $17/hr - $20/hr | | **Type** | Full Time, Part Time | | **Posted** | Sep 28, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Gallatin Valley YMCA. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Gallatin Valley YMCA. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $34,000 – $47,000 a year (median $37,000). ## Description ### **We're Hiring at Healthy Learning Academy! Join Our Early Learning Team!** **Location:** Gallatin Valley YMCA, Bozeman, MT **Positions Available:** - **Lead Teacher (Full-Time)** - **Assistant Teacher (Part-Time or Full-Time)** Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a positive, inclusive learning environment? The Gallatin Valley YMCA’s Healthy Learning Academy is seeking dedicated early childhood professionals to join our dynamic team serving children ages 3 months to 6 years. ### **Why Work With Us?** At the Y, our culture is: - **Welcoming** – Open to all. - **Genuine** – We value individuality. - **Hopeful** – We believe in every person’s potential. - **Nurturing** – Supporting growth at every step. - **Determined** – Committed to building a stronger community. ### **Lead Teacher – Key Responsibilities:** - Develop and lead classroom curriculum for infants to preschool-aged children. - Promote positive guidance, language, and literacy development. - Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment. - Communicate with families and staff through Brightwheel and regular check-ins. - Mentor assistant teachers and support professional development. ### **Assistant Teacher – Key Responsibilities:** - Support the Lead Teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom routines. - Encourage positive social-emotional development and healthy habits. - Assist with daily care needs such as meals, transitions, and supervision. - Help create a warm, tidy, and developmentally appropriate learning space. ### **Requirements:** - Background check & fingerprinting required. - Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willing to obtain within 30 days). - Commitment to ongoing professional development. - Enthusiasm for early childhood education and teamwork! Experience in licensed early learning settings is preferred, but we welcome individuals who are eager to learn and grow. ### **Ready to Make an Impact?** Help children grow into confident, capable individuals while being part of a supportive, mission-driven team. **Apply today** by visiting [gallatinvalleyymca.org](https://www.gallatinvalleyymca.org/). Questions? Contact us at (406) 994-9622. ### **Requirements:** - Background check & fingerprinting required. - Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willing to obtain within 30 days). - Commitment to ongoing professional development. - Enthusiasm for early childhood education and teamwork! 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