Preschool Teacher

Generation Next Child Development Center & Preschool • West Des Moines, IA

4d • $15 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Preschool Teacher supports daily classroom operations and the implementation of Cadence Education programs under the direction of the School Director and Lead Teacher. The role helps create a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including children with IEPs. Teachers help maintain classroom routines, support curriculum delivery, and build positive relationships with children and families while ensuring safety and compliance with licensing requirements.

The position includes flexible scheduling: work schedules may vary based on enrollment, staffing ratios, or operational needs, may not be eight-hour shifts, and daily start and end times are not guaranteed. Required meetings, training, and professional development may take place outside regularly scheduled work hours.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

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).
• Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting.
• CDA credential (preferred, but not required if state requirements are satisfied).

Responsibilities

• Support a positive, inclusive classroom environment where children are treated with dignity, respect, and care.
• Greet children and families daily and help establish professional, welcoming relationships.
• Assist in recognizing and responding 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 alignment with Cadence policies and classroom expectations.
• Adhere to 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

• Competitive pay and on-demand pay through UKG Wallet.
• 50% childcare tuition discount for full-time teachers.
• 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.
• Professional development.
• Supportive team and a culture that champions work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed