Floater / Meck PreK After School Care Teacher

Cadence Academy Preschool•Cornelius, NC

1d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a dual-role. From 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM, you will be a Floater Teacher providing classroom coverages, restroom and lunch breaks throughout the center. In the afternoon, you will be a Meck PreK After School Care Teacher from 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM. You will also be a substitute when Meck PreK staff are absent. And you will be expected to work all-day with the Meck PreK children on Teacher Workdays/Holidays. During the summer break for Meck PreK (mid-June to Mid-August), you will work as a summer camp teacher for children ages 4 - 10 years old. At Cadence, we’re committed to shaping bright futures for children, families, and our teams. We offer a research‑based curriculum in warm, home‑like environments and foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where educators can grow and thrive. Under the direction of the School Director and Lead Teacher, the Teacher supports daily classroom operations and the implementation of Cadence Education programs. This role helps create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including those with IEPs. Teachers play a key role in maintaining classroom routines, supporting curriculum delivery, and building positive relationships with children and families while ensuring safety and licensing compliance.

Requirements

Ability to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name‑to‑Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle‑feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
Must meet minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred, but not required if state licensing requirements are met.
Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting is preferred.
CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are satisfied.

Responsibilities

Support a positive, inclusive classroom environment where children are treated with dignity, respect, and care.
Greet children and families daily and help establish professional, welcoming relationships.
Assist in recognizing and responding to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans as directed.
Support the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs.
Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence‑approved tools and systems.
Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual, including documenting and reporting accidents and incidents according to policy.
Assist in managing, documenting, and escalating child behaviors in alignment with Cadence policies and classroom expectations.
Adhere to all Cadence Education policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.