Lead Crawlers Teacher

What You’ll Do

• Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children and families.
• Recognize and respond to diverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs.
• Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence-required systems and tools.
• Maintain a safe and well-supervised classroom.
• Accurately document and report accidents, incidents, and escalated behaviors.
• Follow Cadence Education policies, procedures, and standards.
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development.

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to follow all safety procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Education: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center. Minimum of 6-12 months of early childhood or classroom experience preferred, depending on education and credentials.
• Credentials & Licensing: Must meet DHS licensing qualifications for Lead Teachers, which may include high school diploma or GED plus required experience, college coursework in early childhood education, or relevant credentials like CDA, CCP, EEC, or NAC.
• Scheduling Requirements: Flexibility is essential. Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs. Work schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts. Daily end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• On-demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
• Paid time off that increases with seniority
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid CDA