Assistant Educator -- Afternoon Support

Yellow Brick Road•Huxley, IA

10d•$14 - $16

About The Position

The Assistant Educator supports the Lead Educator in providing a nurturing, positive, and innovative learning environment where children can thrive and develop skills for lifelong success. The role promotes children’s social and emotional development, encourages curiosity, reinforces daily routines, and helps maintain a safe and stimulating classroom where every child is valued, respected, and supported. The Assistant Educator helps implement play-based, age-appropriate activities aligned with early learning standards; supervises and engages with children; supports developmental-progress documentation; and assists with classroom routines, cleaning, sanitizing, and conflict resolution. The role also includes professional communication with families, including daily updates through the company’s Parent Communication app, under the guidance of the Lead Educator and Director. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with no weekends.

Requirements

Meet Department of Human Services (DHS) Assistant Teacher qualification requirements.
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 physical demands, including extended standing or sitting; lifting and carrying children and classroom materials up to 40 pounds; bending, stooping, and kneeling; and responding quickly to emergencies or situations requiring physical intervention.
Willingness to undergo background checks and meet state licensing requirements for childcare work.
Possess a valid CPR/First Aid certification or be willing to obtain it within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Assist the Lead Educator with play-based, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that support children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development and align with early learning standards.
Help maintain a positive classroom culture that fosters belonging, safety, and curiosity.
Supervise and engage with children to ensure their safety and participation in daily activities.
Help monitor children’s developmental progress and support documentation as directed by the Lead Educator.
Clean and sanitize the classroom, including toys, surfaces, equipment, and other areas.
Help children with conflict resolution and problem-solving using developmentally appropriate techniques.
Support classroom schedules and routines.
Communicate positively and professionally with families during drop-off, pick-up, and as needed, under the guidance of the Lead Educator and Director.
Send families daily updates about children’s progress, activities, and development using the company’s Parent Communication app.
Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to share ideas, resources, and best practices.