Pre-K Lead Teacher

Cadence Education • Murfreesboro, TN

289d • $13 - $17

About The Position

We're hiring immediately! Cadence Academy Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff. Embark on a journey with Cadence Education where we craft bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. Join our team of passionate childcare professionals who infuse creativity and joy into delivering an unmatched level of care and compassion for children and their families. Experience our cutting-edge research-based curriculum and home-based environments that redefine early education. Our schools are staffed with people who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office. We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting our staff members every step of the way.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet all state preschool lead teacher requirements.
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related.
• Previous experience as a preschool lead teacher required.
• Demonstrated classroom management skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accept the philosophy of Cadence Education and work as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center.
• Document and share with parents the important milestones in a child's day.
• Collaborate with other passionate preschool 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 social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate.
• Share ideas in planning a daily schedule which provides a balance of activities: quiet/active, indoor/outdoor, fine/gross motor, etc.

Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $13.50 - $17.50.
• On demand pay with UKG Wallet.
• Half-price childcare tuition discount.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including paid time off that increases with seniority, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision options available, additional life, disability, and retirement plans.
• Educational and professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Paid CDA.
• Exclusive benefits reserved for Full-Time eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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