Preschool Teacher Jobs

About The Position

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.
• Be able to 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

• Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• 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.
• Assist in recognizing and responding 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 with 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.