Early Learning Aide - Growth Opportunities & Benefits

Yellow Brick Road; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Employee Childcare Discount

Ongoing Professional Development

Job summary

Yellow Brick Road is seeking an Educator’s Aide to support Lead Educators in creating a nurturing, inclusive learning environment for children. You will help implement play-based activities, supervise students, and assist with daily routines while communicating with families and upholding licensing requirements.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and growth, with responsibilities spanning classroom care, behavior guidance, and family updates.

Qualifications

• Must meet the Department of Human Services (DHS) Educator’s Aide qualification requirements.
• Experience with young children in a childcare setting is preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet physical demands: standing/sitting for extended periods, lift up to 40 lbs, bending/kneeling.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and meet state licensing requirements.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or willing to obtain within 30 days.

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.
• Provide active supervision to ensure students' safety and engagement.
• Assist in observing and recording developmental milestones.
• Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing of the classroom and materials.
• Support positive behavior guidance strategies.
• Greet families and support positive daily interactions during drop-off/pick-up.
• Provide updates on daily activities using the center’s platform.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

DHS Educator’s Aide qualification requirements

Job description

Yellow Brick Road is seeking an Educator’s Aide to support Lead Educators in creating a nurturing, inclusive learning environment for children. You will help implement play-based activities, supervise students, and assist with daily routines while communicating with families and upholding licensing requirements.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and growth, with responsibilities spanning classroom care, behavior guidance, and family updates.