Substitute Educator

Yellow Brick Road•Maple Grove, MN

About The Position

At Yellow Brick Road, the team creates warm, inclusive, and joyful environments where children, families, and staff can thrive. As a Substitute Educator, you step in to support classrooms and ensure children receive quality care and education when regular educators are absent. Guided by the Director and Administration, you maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment while following established routines and expectations. The role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a genuine love for working with children. Substitute Educators fill in for Lead or Assistant Educators, supervise and engage children, support daily routines, and assist with documentation and communication with families. They collaborate with staff to maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and safety, and promptly report accidents, incidents, or suspected child abuse as required by law. Flexibility to accept substitute shifts and adapt to schedule changes is required, with a minimum of five shifts per month to remain active.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to pass a background check.
Flexibility to accept substitute shifts and adapt to schedule changes; must work at least five shifts per month to remain active.
Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain it within 90 days.
Physical ability to lift or carry up to 50 lbs., sit on the floor, kneel, and supervise children indoors and outdoors in varying weather.
Calm, professional demeanor and ability to work effectively under stress.
Strong communication skills and commitment to teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching or childcare experience.

Responsibilities

Fill in for Lead or Assistant Educators as needed, following provided lesson plans and classroom routines.
Supervise and engage children at all times while maintaining required state ratios.
Support children’s daily routines, including meals, rest time, diapering or toileting, and activities.
Use the parent communication app to assist with documentation of daily needs, observations, and parent updates.
Foster a respectful, safe, and nurturing environment by modeling positive behaviors and guiding children with gentleness and consistency.
Partner with staff to maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and safety standards.
Immediately report accidents, incidents, or suspected child abuse as required by law.
Greet families warmly at drop-off and pick-up, supporting communication through the Lead Educator or Director.