Lead Educator - Playful, Purposeful Early Learning (Mon-Fri)

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Childcare Discount

Job summary

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center is seeking a Lead Educator to create a nurturing, inclusive classroom that supports physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth. The role emphasizes play-based learning, ongoing assessment, and collaboration with families to foster lifelong skills.

You will lead curriculum planning, maintain a safe learning environment, and participate in ongoing professional development while upholding our core values of growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Must meet DHS qualifications for Lead Educator in a licensed child care center.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Physical requirements including lifting up to 40 lbs and dynamic activity.

Responsibilities

• Implement play-based, age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Maintain a positive classroom culture.
• Observe and assess student development and tailor instruction.
• Document student progress accurately and consistently.
• Manage classroom behavior with positive guidance.
• Provide daily parent communication and collaboration.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

DHS qualifications for Lead Educator

Job description

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center is seeking a Lead Educator to create a nurturing, inclusive classroom that supports physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth. The role emphasizes play-based learning, ongoing assessment, and collaboration with families to foster lifelong skills.

You will lead curriculum planning, maintain a safe learning environment, and participate in ongoing professional development while upholding our core values of growth and innovation.