Early Childhood Job Board

Mountain Bluebells Preschool and Nursery Center​

Red Lodge, MT​

https://www.mtbluebells.org

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Job Title

Lead Teacher & Director of Education

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Job Description

Director of Education & Lead Teacher Mountain Bluebells Preschool & Nursery Center Fulfill your professional calling and discover your new hometown in the charming mountain town of Red Lodge, Montana. Mountain Bluebells Preschool & Nursery Center is seeking a full-time Director of Education & Lead Teacher to guide our mixed-age Bluebells (aged 3 months to 6 years) in a nature-rich, Waldorf and LifeWays inspired environment. This leadership role combines hands-on teaching and caregiving with curriculum planning, staff mentorship, and family engagement. The ideal candidate has their heart and degree in early childhood education, five or more years of experience working in childcare or preschool programs, a commitment to outdoor, play-based learning, and strong collaborative skills. Mountain Bluebells actively supports ongoing professional development and encourages creative expression in teaching and caregiving. Our 501(c)(3) program was founded in 2015 with the hope of being “your child’s home away from home.” Our school began as a house, and is full of warmth, sunlight, and cozy smells of homemade food. We have a large, woodsy yard to play in and with a short walk our students can explore along Rock Creek. Red Lodge is a welcoming community that values culture, outdoor recreation, and history, with a charming downtown, a ski mountain, a brewery, and more. It’s the kind of town that actually wins the designation of “Most Charming Small Town in America.” Travel and Leisure’s Most Charming Small Town Beginning salary for this position is $45,000, negotiable based on education and experience. The Board of Directors is dedicated to recognizing the important and challenging work of caregiving with appropriate compensation and regular raises. This position includes three weeks of paid time off. Hiring for the 2025-2026 school year (beginning September 2), with the position starting in August. A stipend may be available for moving expenses. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, have 5 or more years of experience working with children ages 0 to 7, and experience designing early childhood curriculum. The ideal candidate has a certificate or is currently enrolled in a Waldorf or LifeWays of North America teaching program. To see the complete position description and learn more about our program, visit us online at https://www.mtbluebells.org/ To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to mtbluebells@gmail.com. Priority will go to applications received by May 31, 2025. Join us and engage your head, heart, and hands at Mountain Bluebells Preschool & Nursery Center.

 

Salary/Benefits

Annual Salary beginning at $45,000