Early Childhood Assistant Educator – Playful Learning & Growth

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Professional Development &

Growth Opportunities

Monday - Friday Schedule - No Weekends

401(k) Plan

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Employee Childcare Discount

Job summary

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center in Omaha, NE is seeking an Assistant Educator to support the Lead Educator in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and joyful learning environment where young children can grow. You’ll help deliver play-based, age-appropriate activities and maintain routines.

You’ll work with families, participate in professional development, and contribute to classroom safety and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Educator in implementing play-based, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Help maintain a positive classroom culture that fosters belonging, safety, and curiosity.
• Supervise and engage with children to ensure safety and active participation in daily activities.
• Help monitor children’s developmental progress and assist with documentation.
• Assist in maintaining an organized, clean, and safe classroom environment.
• Support communication with families during drop-off, pick-up, and through the Parent Communication app.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Parent Communication app

Job description

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center in Omaha, NE is seeking an Assistant Educator to support the Lead Educator in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and joyful learning environment where young children can grow. You’ll help deliver play-based, age-appropriate activities and maintain routines.

You’ll work with families, participate in professional development, and contribute to classroom safety and collaboration.