Lead Educator: Inspire Playful Learning & Growth

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Weekday schedule

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Childcare discount

Job summary

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center in Iowa is seeking a Lead Educator to foster a nurturing, inclusive classroom where children thrive. You will plan age-appropriate activities, assess development, and maintain open lines of communication with families to support learning at school and home.

The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, ongoing professional development, and adherence to licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with young children in a licensed early childhood setting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement weekly play-based lesson plans aligned with core values and state standards.
• Observe, document, and support each child’s development and learning needs.
• Establish and maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom culture.
• Communicate with parents daily about progress and collaborate on home learning.”

Skills

Early childhood experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Job description

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center in Iowa is seeking a Lead Educator to foster a nurturing, inclusive classroom where children thrive. You will plan age-appropriate activities, assess development, and maintain open lines of communication with families to support learning at school and home.

The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, ongoing professional development, and adherence to licensing standards.