Assistant Director, Early Education & Programs

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Monday–Friday schedule

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off & holidays

Employee childcare discount

Job summary

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center in West Des Moines, IA, seeks an Assistant Director to help lead a nurturing, compliant, and high-quality program for children and families. You will partner with the Director and leadership team to uphold our mission, manage daily operations, and support staff development.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, 2–4 years of childcare leadership, strong communication, and the ability to lift up

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in childcare management, early education, or leadership support role.
• Knowledge of childcare regulations, licensing standards, and best practices in early education.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director in leading and developing a high-performing team.
• Assist with staff meetings, trainings, and performance check-ins.
• Help maintain a positive, professional work culture with strong communication and accountability.
• Provide coaching and guidance on compliance, classroom quality, and growth.
• Collaborate with marketing, enrollment, HR, finance for policy implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Staff coaching

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center in West Des Moines, IA, seeks an Assistant Director to help lead a nurturing, compliant, and high-quality program for children and families. You will partner with the Director and leadership team to uphold our mission, manage daily operations, and support staff development.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, 2–4 years of childcare leadership, strong communication, and the ability to lift up