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A Step Ahead Daycare

Are you an experienced Toddler Teacher and passionate child care professional with a deep-rooted heartfelt desire to impact and influence kids looking for your next challenge?
 
Are you looking for a child care environment that actually cares about child development as much as they ‘say’ they do and as much as you do?
 
Would you like to work in an atmosphere where the staff is valued and supported just as much as the children (customers)?
 
Do you desire to have the freedom and flexibility to build your own, wonderful weekly lesson plans and curriculum specific to your strengths and the needs of the group of children in your care?
 
Are you ready to be challenged to be your very best and have options to move into Lead or Supervisor positions in an organization that has a proven track record of promoting from within the team?
 
If so, we need to talk because you may find the perfect fit at A Step Ahead Childcare Center.
 
At A Step Ahead, we are deeply passionate about child development and believe the ONLY path to quality child care, is quality teaching staff like YOU! Let’s have a talk! ;)
 
As part of your Toddler Teacher position (which you probably already know.. : D) you will spend your days nurturing and encouraging the children in your care, which may include younger or older infants. As part of the role, you will have the responsibility to:
 
~ Plan lessons that are inspired by the interests and developmental needs of the children in your classroom.
 
~ Get to know the children on their level, giving guidance, support, words of encouragement, and smiles.
 
~ Support your fellow teachers and create a professional environment of mutual respect.
 
~ View every day as an opportunity to inspire creativity, imagination and kindness in your students.
 
A Stoe Ahead is on a mission to provide a warm, nurturing, safe, and loving environment for each and every infant, toddler and preschool child in our care, and we need you!
 
We have some GREAT benefits in addition to the wage that you will receive! As a full-time teacher, you will also receive:
 
~ Paid training that enhances your skills. Our teachers not only teach but are also eager to learn themselves.
 
~ A flexible schedule that focuses on your desired routine. This includes flexible schedules and paid holidays.
 
~ Minimum 1 week paid vacation and up to 4 weeks with continued service
 
~ Discounted child care for your littles.
 
~ Recognition, rewards and respect. We believe that early childhood development is a treasured calling, and its practitioners (YOU!) deserve to be treated as treasures.
 
~ The opportunity for growth and advancement. To achieve our mission, we’re growing, and we want you to grow with us. We coach our teachers to be leaders, and we promote our leaders from within.
 
Location: 2634 S 158th Plz, Omaha, NE 68130
 
#hc231065

Toddler Teacher

Are you a passionate child care professional with a deep-rooted heartfelt desire to impact and influence kids looking for your next challenge?
 
Are you looking for a child care environment that actually cares about child development as much as they ‘say’ they do and as much as you do?
 
Would you like to work in an atmosphere where the staff is valued and supported just as much as the children (customers)?
 
Do you desire to have the freedom and flexibility to build your own, wonderful weekly lesson plans and curriculum specific to your strengths and the needs of the group of children in your care?
 
Are you ready to be challenged to be your very best and have options to move into Lead or Supervisor positions in an organization that has a proven track record of promoting from within the team?
 
If so, we need to talk because you may find the perfect fit at A Step Ahead Child Care.
 
At A Step Ahead Child Care Centers, we are deeply passionate about child development and believe the ONLY path to quality child care, is quality teaching staff like YOU! Let’s have a talk! ;)
 
As part of your position (which you probably already know.. : D) you will spend your days nurturing and encouraging the children in your care, which may include Toddlers or Older Infants. As part of the role, you will have the responsibility to:
 
~ Plan lessons that are inspired by the interests and developmental needs of the children in your classroom.
 
~ Get to know the children on their level, giving guidance, support, words of encouragement, and smiles.
 
~ Support your fellow teachers and create a professional environment of mutual respect.
 
~ View every day as an opportunity to inspire creativity, imagination and kindness in your students.
 
A Step Ahead Child Care Center is on a mission to provide a warm, nurturing, safe, and loving environment for each and every infant, toddler and preschool child in our care, and we need you!
 
We have some GREAT benefits in addition to the wage that you will receive! As a full-time teacher, you will also receive:
 
~Paid training that enhances your skills. Our teachers not only teach but are also eager to learn themselves.
 
~ A flexible schedule that focuses on your desired routine. This includes flexible schedules and paid holidays.
 
~ Minimum 1 week paid vacation and up to 4 weeks with continued service
 
~ Discounted child care for your littles.
 
~ Supplemental Accident & Hospital confinement insurance (maternity included)
 
~ Dental
 
~ Short-term Disability (maternity included)
 
~ TeleMED services allowing staff to teleconference with doctors for common ailments versus going to hospital / clinic
 
~ Recognition, rewards and respect. We believe that early childhood development is a treasured calling, and its practitioners (YOU!) deserve to be treated as treasures.
 
~ The opportunity for growth and advancement. To achieve our mission, we’re growing, and we want you to grow with us. We coach our teachers to be leaders, and we promote our leaders from within.
 
Location: 2007 Smith Rd, Bellevue, NE 68005
 
#hc231058

With our expansion and increased enrollment, we are looking for experienced energetic teacher to help with our School Age summer program this summer! The program will run approximately from the last week in May to the first week of August. This is a GREAT opportunity for college students in education, elementary para-professionals or teachers looking for a part-time summer position!
 
Have people told you that you are always smiling? Do you love working with children and helping young minds explore their creativity? Do you like making people laugh? Are you looking to make a difference in your community while obtaining valuable hands-on experience, professional development, and training in a supportive environment?
 
If so, we need to talk because you have a future at A Step Ahead Child Care.
 
With the increased enrollment of School Age students this summer. We are seeking an energetic candidate to help coordinate and lead our School Age summer program. As a teacher for A Step Ahead Child Care Centers, you will spend your days nurturing and encouraging the children in your care. You will:
 ~ Assist with activities, courses and lesson plans for K, 1st or 2nd grade students
 ~ Give guidance, support, words of encouragement, and smiles.
 ~ Support your fellow teachers and create a professional environment of mutual respect.
 ~ View every day as an opportunity to inspire creativity, imagination and kindness in your students.
 
A Step Ahead Child Care Centers are on a mission to provide a warm, nurturing, safe, and loving environment for each and every child in our care, and we need you!
 
In return, in addition to your paycheck, you will receive: 
~ Paid training that enhances your skills. Our teachers not only teach but are also eager to learn themselves.
 ~ A flexible schedule that focuses on your desired routine. This includes 3, 4- or 5-day work week schedules and paid holidays.
 ~ Discounted child-care for your littles.
 ~ Recognition, rewards and respect. We believe that early childhood development is a treasured calling, and its practitioners (YOU!) deserve to be treated as treasures.
 ~ The opportunity for growth and advancement. To achieve our mission, we’re growing, and we want you to grow with us. We coach our teachers to be leaders, and we promote our leaders from within
 
Location: 10828 John Galt Blvd, Omaha, NE 68137
 
#hc231056

Summer School Age Teacher

<div>Do you wake up every morning feeling called to shape the lives of little ones? Do you have that spark&mdash;the kind that sees each child as a masterpiece in progress, ready to be nurtured, inspired, and loved? If so, keep reading because you might be exactly who we&rsquo;ve been waiting for.
At A Step Ahead Child Care, we believe in the magic of early childhood education. We don&rsquo;t just &ldquo;care for kids&rdquo;&mdash;we cultivate a world where milestones are celebrated, learning is joyful, and every child feels safe to dream big. And guess what? None of this happens without the heart, talent, and dedication of extraordinary teachers like YOU.
We&rsquo;re looking for a Preschool Teacher who shares our belief that each child holds untapped potential. Here, you&rsquo;ll have the freedom to design lesson plans that reflect your unique strengths and respond to the individual needs of your little learners. Creativity and flexibility are not just encouraged&mdash;they&rsquo;re celebrated.
But this isn&rsquo;t just about the kids (though they are at the heart of everything we do). We know the work you pour into this profession&mdash;the long days, the tender patience, the boundless energy. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;ve built an environment where you are just as valued as the families we serve.
Here&rsquo;s what you can expect from being part of our family:<ul><li>
A culture that genuinely listens to and supports its teachers&mdash;because happy educators make the best educators.</li><li>
Opportunities to grow and advance. We believe in promoting from within and are committed to helping you reach your professional goals.</li><li>
The chance to create a classroom that feels uniquely yours, where joy and discovery thrive.</li></ul>
So, if you&rsquo;re ready to take this next step&mdash;to nurture little hearts, inspire young minds, and be part of something truly special&mdash;we&rsquo;d love to talk. A Step Ahead Child Care is more than a workplace; it&rsquo;s a community, a calling, a home.
Let&rsquo;s work together to make an unforgettable impact&mdash;on the children we teach, the families we support, and the future we&rsquo;re shaping.
As part of your position you will spend your days nurturing and encouraging the children in your care. As part of the role, you will have the responsibility to:
~ Plan lessons that are inspired by the interests and developmental needs of the children in your classroom.
~ Get to know the children on their level, giving guidance, support, words of encouragement, and smiles.
~ Support your fellow teachers and create a professional environment of mutual respect.
~ View every day as an opportunity to inspire creativity, imagination and kindness in your students.
A Step Ahead Child Care Center is on a mission to provide a warm, nurturing, safe, and loving environment for each and every infant, toddler and preschool child in our care, and we need you!
We have some GREAT benefits in addition to the wage that you will receive! As a full-time teacher, you will also receive:
~Paid training that enhances your skills. Our teachers not only teach but are also eager to learn themselves.
~ A flexible schedule that focuses on your desired routine. This includes flexible schedules and paid holidays.
~ Minimum 1 week paid vacation and up to 4 weeks with continued service
~ Discounted child care for your littles.
~ Supplemental Accident &amp; Hospital confinement insurance (maternity included)
~ Dental
~ Vision
~ Short-term Disability (maternity included)
~ TeleMED services allowing staff to teleconference with doctors for common ailments versus going to hospital / clinic
~ TeleMED mental health services allowing staff to teleconference with professional counselors regarding mental health issues
~ Recognition, rewards and respect. We believe that early childhood development is a treasured calling, and its practitioners (YOU!) deserve to be treated as treasures.
~ The opportunity for growth and advancement. To achieve our mission, we&rsquo;re growing, and we want you to grow with us. We coach our teachers to be leaders, and we promote our leaders from within.
Location: Springfield, NE 
#hc231063</div>

Preschool Teacher

Are you an experienced Infant Teacher and passionate child care professional with a deep-rooted heartfelt desire to impact and influence kids looking for your next challenge?
 
Are you looking for a child care environment that actually cares about child development as much as they ‘say’ they do and as much as you do?
 
Would you like to work in an atmosphere where the staff is valued and supported just as much as the children (customers)?
 
Do you desire to have the freedom and flexibility to build your own, wonderful weekly lesson plans and curriculum specific to your strengths and the needs of the group of children in your care?
 
Are you ready to be challenged to be your very best and have options to move into Lead or Supervisor positions in an organization that has a proven track record of promoting from within the team?
 
If so, we need to talk because you may find the perfect fit at A Step Ahead Child Care.
 
At A Step Ahead Child Care Centers, we are deeply passionate about child development and believe the ONLY path to quality child care, is quality teaching staff like YOU! Let’s have a talk! ;)
 
As part of your Lead Infant Teacher position (which you probably already know.. : D) you will spend your days nurturing and encouraging the children in your care, which may include younger or older infants. As part of the role, you will have the responsibility to:
 
~ Plan lessons that are inspired by the interests and developmental needs of the children in your classroom.
 
~ Get to know the children on their level, giving guidance, support, words of encouragement, and smiles.
 
~ Support your fellow teachers and create a professional environment of mutual respect.
 
~ View every day as an opportunity to inspire creativity, imagination and kindness in your students.
 
A Step Ahead Child Care Center is on a mission to provide a warm, nurturing, safe, and loving environment for each and every infant, toddler and preschool child in our care, and we need you!
 
We have some GREAT benefits in addition to the wage that you will receive! As a full-time teacher, you will also receive:
 
~Paid training that enhances your skills. Our teachers not only teach but are also eager to learn themselves.
 
~ A flexible schedule that focuses on your desired routine. This includes flexible schedules and paid holidays.
 
~ Minimum 1 week paid vacation and up to 4 weeks with continued service
 
~ Discounted child care for your littles.
 
~ Supplemental Accident & Hospital confinement insurance (maternity included)
 
~ Dental
 
~ Short-term Disability (maternity included)
 
~ TeleMED services allowing staff to teleconference with doctors for common ailments versus going to hospital / clinic
 
~ Recognition, rewards and respect. We believe that early childhood development is a treasured calling, and its practitioners (YOU!) deserve to be treated as treasures.
 
~ The opportunity for growth and advancement. To achieve our mission, we’re growing, and we want you to grow with us. We coach our teachers to be leaders, and we promote our leaders from within.
 
Location: 10828 John Galt Blvd, Omaha, NE 68137
 
#hc231060

Infant Teacher

At A Step Ahead, we believe that early childhood education isn’t just a service—it’s a calling. Our Site Directors are mission-driven leaders who set the tone for excellence, growth, and connection in their centers each day.
 
We’re seeking a confident, relational, and organized center leader to join our team of Directors across four locations. As Site Director, you'll be the heartbeat of your center—coaching staff, leading high-quality programming, building trusting relationships with families, and owning key operational goals. You won’t do it alone—you’ll play team with our network of Directors, meeting regularly to collaborate, challenge each other, and stay aligned as we raise the standard for what great childcare looks like.
 
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Our Mission: 
To create a safe, joyful, and high-performing environment for children, staff, and families—while staying rooted in our core values:
 
All People Matter – We’re “for” people. We see the best in others.
 
Growth – We develop our gifts and potential.
 
Positive Mental Attitude – We bring great energy.
 
Unselfishness – We put others before ourselves.
 
Integrity – We keep our word and do what’s right.
 
Servant Leadership – We give what we’ve received.
 
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What You’ll Lead: 
Staff Coaching & Development
 
Serve as the day-to-day leader and coach for your center’s teaching team
 
Lead weekly check-ins and classroom walk-throughs to reinforce expectations
 
Create professional development plans and nurture leadership potential in others
 
Uphold and model A Step Ahead’s standards for communication, discipline, and care
 
Program Quality & Classroom Excellence
 
Ensure every classroom is developmentally appropriate, engaging, and clean
 
Guide teachers in lesson planning, student observation, and documentation
 
Model positive behavior guidance and emotionally responsive care
 
Regularly review curriculum delivery and classroom environments
 
Parent Communication & Tour Success
 
Serve as the primary point of contact for all parent needs and feedback
 
Host tours for prospective families, showcasing both warmth and excellence
 
Communicate clearly and confidently with families, even in difficult situations
 
Foster a welcoming atmosphere that builds long-term trust with parents
 
Operational Accountability
 
Track and manage staffing levels, ratios, and classroom coverage
 
Lead center utilization efforts through strong retention and tour-to-enrollment conversions
 
Own accountability to your staffing budget, partnering with your AD and central team
 
Monitor and meet licensing, safety, and documentation compliance
 
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Who You Are: 
A proven early childhood leader who understands both people and process
 
Passionate about child development, but also energized by operations
 
A calm and steady communicator who can balance empathy with accountability
 
Detail-oriented, driven by goals, and unafraid to make decisions
 
Collaborative, humble, and excited to learn from other leaders
 
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Qualifications: 
3+ years of leadership in a licensed early childhood setting (required)
 
Degree in Early Childhood, Education, or related field (preferred)
 
Must meet Nebraska director qualifications and licensing standards
 
Strong understanding of classroom ratios, curriculum planning, and child behavior management
 
Confident with basic operational tools: scheduling, rosters, budgets, and communication platforms
 
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Why Join Us?
 
When you step into leadership at A Step Ahead, you’re not just managing a center—you’re shaping a culture. We invest in leaders who are willing to grow, collaborate, and set the bar high. You’ll be part of a tight-knit, mission-driven leadership team with ongoing support, regular strategy check-ins, and shared celebration of the work we do every day for kids and families.
 
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To apply, please submit your resume and a short note about why this mission matters to you. We can’t wait to meet the next leader who’s ready to take their next step… a step ahead.
 
Location: 2007 Smith Rd, Bellevue NE 68005
 
#hc219641

Director

Join A Step Ahead Daycare and explore 6   exciting career opportunities. They're hiring for various roles with options for remote or on-site work. Apply today and become part of their innovative team.

A Step Ahead Daycare

About Company

Toddler Teacher

Toddler Teacher

Summer School Age Teacher

Preschool Teacher

Infant Teacher

Director