Preschool Teacher Assistant
About The Position
Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support daily classroom activities and the implementation of its programs under the direction of the School Director and classroom leadership, such as a Lead Teacher or Teacher. The assistant 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 following safety and licensing requirements. The role involves working collaboratively with classroom staff, helping implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs, and building welcoming, professional relationships with children and families. Schedules may vary based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; eight-hour shifts and fixed daily start and end times are not guaranteed. Required meetings, training, and professional development may take place outside regularly scheduled work hours. The position is located in Andover, Minnesota. The listed hourly pay range is $14.00–$18.00.
Requirements
- Meet the minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
- Meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher Assistant in a licensed childcare center.
- Obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
- Be able to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
- Be able to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
- Be able to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; preferred but not required if state licensing requirements are met.
- Prior early childhood or classroom experience.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; preferred but not required if state requirements are satisfied.
Responsibilities
- Support a positive, respectful classroom environment where each child is treated with care, dignity, and respect.
- Greet children and families daily and help build professional, welcoming relationships.
- Help identify 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 according to Cadence procedures.
- Follow Cadence Education policies and procedures in the Employee Handbook.
- Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.
- Follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
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
