School Age Teacher
About The Position
The School Age Teacher helps create a safe, welcoming, inclusive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children. The role includes planning and delivering curriculum, leading classroom operations, implementing Cadence Education programs, and supporting children’s physical, social, emotional, and developmental needs, including children with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The teacher models professionalism, follows licensing and safety requirements, and partners with families and team members to support children’s growth and success. The position is under the direction of the School Director. The employer is seeking someone ideally available from 1:00 p.m. to closing, but is flexible and invites applicants to share their availability. Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; shifts are not guaranteed to be eight hours, and daily end times may vary.
Requirements
- Meet state licensing requirements and all Department of Health Services (DHS) licensing qualifications for Lead Teachers.
- Demonstrate the ability to follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
- Ability to manage a classroom environment with consistency, structure, and care.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- 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.
- A minimum of 6–12 months of early childhood or classroom experience, depending on education and credentials.
- CDA credential; preferred but not required if state requirements are met.
Responsibilities
- Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment where every child is treated with dignity, respect, and care.
- Build positive, professional relationships with children and families through daily greetings and ongoing communication.
- Recognize and respond to diverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including implementing IEPs and behavioral support plans as required.
- Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Cadence’s educational philosophy and Signature Programs.
- Use Cadence-required systems and communication tools to communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership.
- Maintain a safe, well-supervised classroom and follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual.
- Document and report accidents, incidents, and escalated behaviors in accordance with company policy and licensing requirements.
- Follow Cadence Education policies, procedures, and standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- On-demand pay through UKG Wallet.
- 50% childcare tuition discount.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid time off that increases with seniority.
- Paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision options.
- Additional life, disability, and retirement plans.
- Educational and professional development.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Pet insurance.
- Paid CDA.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
