Preschool Teacher Aide
About The Position
Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool Teacher Aide to support daily classroom activities and implementation of its education programs. Under the direction of the School Director and classroom leadership, such as a Lead Teacher or Teacher, the aide helps maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including the needs of children with IEPs, while ensuring safety and licensing compliance. The role involves working collaboratively with classroom staff and families, supporting developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs, and following safety, supervision, documentation, and company procedures. Scheduling is flexible and may vary according to enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; daily start and end times are not guaranteed. Cadence Education describes its research-based curriculum, warm, home-like environments, and collaborative culture as ways it supports children, families, and educators. The company operates more than 340 schools across 30 states and has more than 30 years of experience. The posted hourly pay rate is $14–$18. Benefits listed for full-time assistants include on-demand pay, a childcare tuition discount, retirement-plan matching, insurance coverage, paid time off and holidays, and career-development support.
Requirements
- Meet the minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
- Be able to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
- Consistently follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
- Work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
- Read, write, and speak effectively in English.
Nice To Haves
- Prior early childhood or classroom experience is preferred.
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred, but not required if state licensing requirements are met.
- A CDA is preferred, but not required if state requirements are satisfied.
Responsibilities
- Support a positive and respectful classroom environment, treating each child with care, dignity, and respect.
- Greet children and families daily and help build professional, welcoming relationships.
- Help recognize and respond to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans as directed.
- Support classroom staff in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence-approved tools.
- Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual, including documenting and reporting accidents and incidents according to policy.
- Assist with managing, documenting, and reporting escalated child behaviors in accordance with Cadence procedures.
- Follow 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.
Benefits
- On-demand pay through UKG Wallet
- 50% childcare tuition discount
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Pet insurance
- Paid time off that grows with seniority
- Paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Paid CDA
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
