Preschool Teacher Assistant
About The Position
The Preschool Teacher Assistant supports daily classroom operations and the implementation of Cadence Education programs under the direction of the School Director and Lead Teacher. The role helps maintain a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including the needs of children with IEPs. The assistant supports classroom routines and curriculum delivery and builds positive relationships with children and families while following safety procedures and licensing requirements. Schedules may vary based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; shifts are not guaranteed to be eight hours, and daily start and end times may vary. Required meetings, training, and professional development may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.
Requirements
- Meet the minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
- Meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher in a licensed childcare center.
- 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
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred; not required if state licensing requirements are met).
- Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting.
- CDA (preferred; not required if state requirements are satisfied).
Responsibilities
- Support a positive, inclusive classroom where children are treated with dignity, respect, and care.
- Greet children and families and help establish 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 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 line with Cadence policies and classroom expectations.
- Follow Cadence Education policies and procedures in the Employee Handbook.
- Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may take place outside regular work hours.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and on-demand pay through UKG Wallet.
- 50% childcare tuition discount.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance.
- Paid time off that grows with seniority.
- Paid holidays.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
