Assistant Educator — Montessori Growth & Impact

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonnet Montessori in Iowa seeks an Assistant Educator to support the Lead Educator in a safe, nurturing classroom where children can grow and explore, within a warm, inclusive environment.

You will assist with routines, supervise children, support caregiving tasks, encourage independence, and communicate with families and the Lead Educator to ensure smooth daily activity in a joyful learning setting.

Join a supportive team that values growth, teamwork, and the well-being of every child.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background check required.
• CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days).
• Experience with young children preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and supervise indoors/outdoors.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Calm, patient demeanor under stress.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Educator with routines, activities, and lesson plans.
• Supervise children at all times (within sight and hearing) and maintain ratios.
• Support caregiving needs including feeding, diapering/toileting, and medication administration as needed.
• Encourage children’s independence, self-confidence, problem-solving, and responsibility.
• Interact with children daily through circle time, free play, meals, outdoor play, and structured activities.
• Use the parent communication app to document needs, observations, and milestones.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and organized classroom and school environment.
• Work as part of a collaborative team and maintain professionalism under stress.
• Report accidents, incidents, or suspected child abuse immediately per state law and school policies.
• Communicate warmly with families during drop-off and pick-up, directing questions to the Lead Educator.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm demeanor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sonnet Montessori in Iowa seeks an Assistant Educator to support the Lead Educator in a safe, nurturing classroom where children can grow and explore, within a warm, inclusive environment.

You will assist with routines, supervise children, support caregiving tasks, encourage independence, and communicate with families and the Lead Educator to ensure smooth daily activity in a joyful learning setting.

Join a supportive team that values growth, teamwork, and the well-being of every child.