Teacher Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Meet the minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
• Meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher Assistant in a licensed childcare center.
• Obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
• Be able to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
• Be able to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
• Be able to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Be flexible with schedules, which may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; shifts and daily start and end times are not guaranteed.

Nice To Haves

• Prior early childhood or classroom experience.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, unless state licensing requirements are otherwise met.
• CDA credential, unless state requirements are otherwise met.

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.
• 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 outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.
• Follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $16.00–$20.00, based on education and experience.
• 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 a culture that champions work-life balance.