Play-Based Learning Assistant Educator

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center; Bennington (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Professional Development &

Growth Opportunities

Monday - Friday Schedule – No Weekends

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 in Bennington, Nebraska is seeking an Assistant Educator to help create a warm, inclusive learning environment where children can thrive. You will support the Lead Educator with play-based lesson plans, supervise children, assist with classroom routines, and communicate with families to share daily progress through the Parent Communication app.

This role emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and ongoing professional growth, with a

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Educator in implementing play-based, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that support children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
• Help maintain a positive classroom culture that fosters a sense of belonging, safety, and curiosity.
• Supervise and engage with children to ensure their safety and active participation in daily activities.
• Help monitor children's developmental progress and support documentation as directed by the Lead Educator.
• Assist in maintaining an organized, clean, and safe classroom environment.
• Help guide children in conflict resolution and problem-solving with developmentally appropriate techniques.
• Support adherence to classroom schedules and routines.
• Communication positively and professionally with families during drop-off, pick-up, and as needed, under the guidance from the Lead Educator and Director.
• Provide daily communication through the company’s Parent Communication app with parents and families to provide updates on their child's daily progress, activities, and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to share ideas, resources, and best practices, that fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Skills

Experience with young children

Early childhood development knowledge

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Physical ability to lift up to 65lbs

Job description

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center in Bennington, Nebraska is seeking an Assistant Educator to help create a warm, inclusive learning environment where children can thrive. You will support the Lead Educator with play-based lesson plans, supervise children, assist with classroom routines, and communicate with families to share daily progress through the Parent Communication app.

This role emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and ongoing professional growth, with a