Lead Educator: Nurturing Early Learners & Innovation

Yellow-Brick-Road; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Childcare Discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Yellow Brick Road is seeking a Lead Educator to provide a nurturing, positive, and innovative learning environment where children thrive and skills are built for lifelong success. You will plan engaging activities, assess student progress, and communicate with families to support each child’s growth.

The position emphasizes effective collaboration with staff, ongoing professional development, and adherence to licensing standards to ensure a safe, inclusive space for all learners.

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.

Responsibilities

• Implement play-based, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities aligning with early learning standards.
• Maintain a positive classroom culture that fosters belonging, safety, and curiosity.
• Observe and assess student development and tailor instruction accordingly.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Education

DHS qualifications for Lead Educator

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online lesson planning

Daily reporting

Job description

Yellow Brick Road is seeking a Lead Educator to provide a nurturing, positive, and innovative learning environment where children thrive and skills are built for lifelong success. You will plan engaging activities, assess student progress, and communicate with families to support each child’s growth.

The position emphasizes effective collaboration with staff, ongoing professional development, and adherence to licensing standards to ensure a safe, inclusive space for all learners.