Preschool Teacher

Cadence Academy Preschool • Louisville, KY

1d • 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 provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including the needs of children with IEPs. Teachers maintain classroom routines, support curriculum delivery, build positive relationships with children and families, and ensure safety and licensing compliance.

The position requires schedule flexibility. Schedules and daily start and end times may vary according to enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs, and shifts are not guaranteed to be eight hours. Required meetings, training, and professional development may take place outside regularly scheduled work hours.

Requirements

• Meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher in a licensed childcare center.
• Meet the minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
• 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.
• Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.

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.
• 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 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.
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed