School Age Teacher/Bus Driver ( Part time)
About The Position
The School Age Teacher/Bus Driver 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 teacher supports classroom routines and curriculum delivery, builds positive relationships with children and families, and follows safety procedures and licensing requirements. The position is based in Grapevine, Texas. Scheduling is flexible and may vary with 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. The listed hourly pay range is $16.15–$19.15.
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 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.
- 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.
- 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, training, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.
Benefits
- 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 work-life balance culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
