Teacher Assistant-Infant

Cadence Academy Preschool • Iowa City, IA

7d • $14 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Cadence Education is seeking an enthusiastic Infant Teacher Assistant to help create a joyful, nurturing environment for infants. The assistant supports an age-appropriate curriculum, encourages children’s development through play and interaction, and communicates children’s daily milestones to parents. The role involves collaborating with educators and contributing to a balanced daily schedule. The position is located at 325 S Dubuque Street, Iowa City, Iowa, and is onsite.

Requirements

• Meet all state preschool teacher assistant requirements.
• Be flexible and ready to jump in during business hours.
• Have a strong interest in infants and their growth.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a teacher assistant or in a licensed daycare.

Responsibilities

• Align with Cadence Education’s philosophy and collaborate with the team to foster a positive, engaging learning environment.
• Document children’s daily milestones and share them with parents.
• Collaborate with educators to deliver a lively, age-appropriate curriculum that sparks curiosity.
• Observe children’s interests, maintain their safety, and enrich their play through language, toys, and activities.
• Model and encourage age-appropriate social behaviors.
• Contribute ideas for a balanced daily schedule that includes varied quiet and active, indoor and outdoor, fine-motor and gross-motor activities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• On-demand pay with UKG Wallet.
• 50% childcare tuition discount.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off that grows with seniority.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Retirement plans.
• Educational and professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid CDA.
• Pet insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.

What This Job Offers

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