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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly prodigy early learning in the United States is $19.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectHourly Prodigy Early LearningPreschool Teacher
CredentialsChild development certifications, CPR/First AidEarly childhood education degree or certification
Work EnvironmentChildcare centers, early learning programsPreschools, daycare centers, private or public schools
Employer & Industry UsageChildcare providers, early education servicesEducational institutions, preschools

Hourly Prodigy Early Learning staff typically focus on providing early childhood care and development activities, often with specific certifications in child development. Preschool Teachers usually hold formal early childhood education credentials and work in classroom settings within preschools or schools. While both roles involve working with young children, Hourly Prodigy Early Learning positions tend to be more flexible and centered on early learning programs, whereas Preschool Teachers have a more structured classroom environment with formal curricula.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Prodigy Early Learning job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,653 per year, or $19.1 per hour.
Early Childhood Classroom Support

Early Childhood Classroom Support

Montana State University

Bozeman, MT • On-site

$21.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


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7.1

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Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number
STAFF - VA - 26461
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Deidre Hodgson
406-994-4326
deidre.hodgson@montana.edu
Classification Title
Program Coord I
Working Title
Early Childhood Classroom Support
Brief Position Overview
The Early Childhood Classroom Support Specialist will provide on-site support to the ASMSU Early Learning Center and MSU Child Development Center under the direction of the Early Childhood Education Program Manager.
Position Number
4M0218
Department
Human Development &Community Health
Division
College of Education, Health & Human Development
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
1.0
Benefits Eligible
Eligible
Salary
$21.50 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type
Classified Hourly
If other, please specify
Recruitment Type
Open
Position Details
General Statement
The Early Childhood Classroom Support Specialist will provide on-site support to the MSU Early Learning Center programs, including the ASMSU Early Learning Center and the MSU Child Development Center. The programs provide nurturing, supportive, developmentally appropriate care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in playful, responsive, and inclusive learning environments that help all children and their families thrive. As the laboratory and field experience sites for undergraduate, graduate, and faculty learning and engagement, the MSU Early Learning Center programs are a model of excellence in early childhood education.
Under the direction of the Early Learning Center Program Manager, the Early Childhood Classroom Support Specialist will provide classroom coverage for teacher absences, maintain and update teacher and student aide schedules, coordinate onboarding of new staff, and maintain staff files for childcare licensing annual review and renewal.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide daily site support to the ASMSU Early Learning Center and MSU Child Development Center, including classroom coverage for teacher absences.
  • Maintain and update teacher and student aide schedules.
  • Coordinate onboarding of new staff, including staff training.
  • Maintain staff files for childcare licensing annual review and renewal.
  • Other duties as assigned by Program Manager.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  1. Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development & Family Science, Child Development, or related field
  2. Early Childhood Lead Teacher certified through Montana Childcare Licensing
  3. Minimum 3 years of experience as an early childhood (birth - age 5) teacher

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  1. Experience working with children of various ages, including infants, toddlers and preschool.
  2. Experience using Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold

The Successful Candidate Will
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and other departments and staff across campus.
  • Be able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as work effectively as a member of a team.
  • Demonstrate competence organizing and prioritizing multiple work assignments, meeting deadlines, and exercising adaptability to changing priorities while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
  • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with and teachers, student employees, parents and community partners.

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.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
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?
Yes
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
At the conclusion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on July 13, 2026; 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.

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