Lead Teacher - Infant/Toddler

The Primeron • Odenton, MD

18d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Cadence Education is seeking a Lead Teacher - Infant/Toddler for The Primeron in Odenton, Maryland. The posting describes working as part of a teaching team to help create a positive learning environment for children. The role involves documenting and sharing children’s daily milestones with parents, collaborating with teachers and leaders on an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum, observing children’s interests, and supporting safe, age-appropriate play and social development. The posting also includes a separate description of a Preschool Teacher Intern role, so the duties and qualifications listed may refer to that position rather than the stated Lead Teacher title.

Requirements

• Enrolled in high school.
• Must meet all state preschool teacher assistant requirements.
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a teacher assistant or in a licensed daycare is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center.
• Document and share with parents important milestones in a child’s day.
• Collaborate with other teachers and leaders to implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Respect and observe children's interests.
• Intervene when needed to maintain safety.
• Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities.
• Encourage and model developmentally appropriate social behavior and expectations.
• Share ideas in planning a daily schedule with a balance of quiet and active, indoor and outdoor, and fine and gross motor activities.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation of $20.00–$23.00.
• On-demand pay with UKG Wallet.
• 50% childcare tuition discount.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off that increases with seniority.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision options.
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans.
• Educational and professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Paid CDA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED