Lead Educator: Nurture Curious Young Learners

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center; Bennington (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Professional Development &

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 is seeking a Lead Educator to create nurturing, inclusive classrooms. You will plan age-appropriate lessons, assess student progress, and maintain a positive, safe learning environment with strong family communication.

Requirements include DHS qualifications and CPR/First Aid; experience with young children; ability to lift up to 40 lbs; and willingness to complete background checks. The role offers growth opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must meet Department of Human Services (DHS) qualifications for a Lead Educator in a licensed child care center.
• Demonstrated experience working with young students in a licensed early childhood education setting.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including standing or sitting for extended periods and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and meet state licensing requirements for working in a childcare setting.
• Must possess a valid CPR/First Aid certification, or willing to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to regularly use technology such as Microsoft Office, online lesson planning, daily reporting

Responsibilities

• Curriculum planning and implementation through play-based, age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Observe and assess development and tailor instruction to individual needs.
• Establish and maintain a positive classroom culture.
• Provide daily parent communication on student progress via the app.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and collaboration with staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

CPR/First Aid

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online lesson planning

Daily reporting

Job description

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center is seeking a Lead Educator to create nurturing, inclusive classrooms. You will plan age-appropriate lessons, assess student progress, and maintain a positive, safe learning environment with strong family communication.

Requirements include DHS qualifications and CPR/First Aid; experience with young children; ability to lift up to 40 lbs; and willingness to complete background checks. The role offers growth opportunities and benefits.