Lead Educator

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center
Any Location, IA
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

The Lead Educator provides a nurturing, positive, and innovative learning environment for young children to thrive and develop essential skills for lifelong success. Through effective communication, collaboration, and curriculum planning, our educators play a pivotal role in fostering a love for learning, promoting social and emotional development, and laying the foundation for academic achievement.

What You Will Do

Develop and implement weekly play-based lesson plans, observe and assess child development, maintain accurate documentation, establish a positive classroom culture, manage classroom behavior, and communicate with parents and families.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate is energized by purpose, connection, and meaningful work, and is committed to ongoing professional development and the Montessori philosophy.

Requirements

  • Must meet Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) qualifications for a Lead Teacher in a licensed child care center.
  • Experience working with young children in a Montessori or early childhood setting.
  • Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., actively supervise children indoors/outdoors, and meet physical demands of the role.
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and staff.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and Montessori philosophy.

Benefits

  • Ongoing Professional Development & Growth Opportunities
  • Continuing education opportunities, specifically within Montessori training!
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Employee Childcare Discount
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