Preschool Teacher
About The Position
The job posting identifies the position as Preschool Teacher, but describes the duties as those of a Teacher Assistant. Under the direction of the School Director and classroom leadership, the role supports daily classroom activities and implementation of Cadence Education programs. It helps maintain a safe, nurturing, 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 supporting a respectful classroom, welcoming children and families, assisting with developmentally appropriate curriculum, communicating with families and colleagues, following safety and supervision procedures, and participating in required meetings, training, and professional development. Schedules may vary according to enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; eight-hour shifts and specific start and end times are not guaranteed.
Requirements
- Ability to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
- Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
- Must meet the minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
- Must meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher Assistant in a licensed childcare center.
- Ability to 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.
- Prior early childhood or classroom experience.
- CDA credential; 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 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 in the Employee Handbook.
- Participate in required meetings, training, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with access to 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 and tuition reimbursement.
- Professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
