Lead Teacher -Preschool
Cadence Education · Ashland, MA · 1 mo ago
Education$20.25–$26.33/hrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections for headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Must remove boilerplate like EEO, navigation, etc. Must preserve all substantive info.
We need to parse the posting.
Let's extract content:
Intro: "With over 330 schools across 30 states and 30+ years of experience, Cadence Education is a leader in early childhood education. Our mission is to give children an exceptional education in a nurturing environment—every fun-filled day." This is about the company, could be "About the role"? Actually "About the role" is about the job. The intro is about company; maybe we can put under "About the role" or maybe we can treat as "About the role". The instruction: use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can have About the role containing description of role and company.
Then "What You’ll Do" list: bullet points.
Let's list them:
- 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, including 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 educational philosophy and Signature Programs.
- Use Cadence-required systems and communication tools to communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership.
- Maintain a safe and well‑supervised classroom, following the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual at all times.
- Accurately document and report accidents, incidents, and escalated behaviors in accordance with company policy and licensing requirements.
- Follow all Cadence Education policies, procedures, and standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.
These are responsibilities.
Next: "What We’re Looking For Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities" then bullet list:
- Demonstrated ability to follow all 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.
Then "Education": Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.
Then "Experience": Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center. A minimum of 6-12 months of early childhood or classroom experience is preferred, depending on education and credentials.
Then "Credentials & Licensing": Must meet all Department of Health Services (DHS) licensing qualifications for Lead Teachers, which may include High school diploma or GED plus required experience or College coursework in early childhood education or CDA, CCP, EEC or NAC credential Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings. CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are met.
Then "Scheduling Requirements (Please Review Carefully)": 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. Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits.
Then "Any potential pay rate offer would be based on candidate's level of education and experience."
Then later: "#CRMA We are on the lookout for a vibrant Lead Preschool Teacher to bring your passion for kids and childcare experience to our crew of caring, creative educators! If you love nurturing little ones and have a background in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to shine! Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Role At Cadence Education, we’re all about crafting bright futures for kids, families, and communities. Our mission thrives on a team of spirited childcare pros who pour their hearts into delivering top-notch care and compassion. With our cutting-edge, research-based curriculum and warm, home-like settings, we’re redefining early education— and you can be part of it! Our schools buzz with talented, fun-loving folks who are all about child development and teamwork. We value open communication, both on-site and with our corporate team, and we’re obsessed with creating a work-life balance that keeps you energized. Join us, and we’ll support you every step of the way! For a limited time offer $500 bonus after 90 days of service. Competitive Pay Get rewarded for your passion! Hourly Pay Rate $20.25 - $26.33 On-Demand Pay with UKG Wallet Cash in when you need it. 50% Childcare Tuition Discount Family-friendly vibes! 401(k) with Employer Match Plan for your future while shaping theirs. Comprehensive Benefits Paid time off (grows with seniority), paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and more! Growth Galore Educational and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and paid CDA. Pet Insurance Because your furry friends matter too! Company-Paid Life Insurance We’ve got you covered. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees only. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees only. Any potential pay rate offer will be based on candidate's level of education and experience"
We need to extract benefits, pay, schedule sections.
Pay: "Hourly Pay Rate $20.25 - $26.33". Also "On-Demand Pay with UKG Wallet Cash in when you need it." Also "Any potential pay rate offer would be based on candidate's level of education and experience." Also "For a limited time offer $500 bonus after 90 days of service." That's a bonus, could be part of Pay or Benefits? Probably Pay.
Benefits: list: "50% Childcare Tuition Discount", "401(k) with Employer Match", "Comprehensive Benefits Paid time off (grows with seniority), paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and more!", "Growth Galore Educational and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and paid CDA.", "Pet Insurance", "Company-Paid Life Insurance". Also "Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees only." repeated.
Schedule: "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. Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits."
Also maybe "Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits." is schedule? It's about eligibility but could be schedule.
We need to avoid filler like "commensurate with experience", "not specified", etc. We have specific pay range, so we can include Pay section.
We need to avoid repeating same content. Also we must not include boilerplate like EEO, navigation, legal, etc. There's "Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer." That's boilerplate; remove. Also "#CRMA" maybe a tag; remove.
Also "Any potential pay rate offer would be based on candidate's level of education and experience." appears twice; we can keep once.
Now structure sections:
- About the role: include company overview and mission, plus maybe the "Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Role" paragraph? That's more about role appeal. Could be part of About the role.
But we need to decide what goes where. The instruction: use headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We need to map content.
Responsibilities: the "What You’ll Do" list.
Requirements: maybe the "What We’re Looking For Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities" plus Education, Experience, Credentials & Licensing? Those could be Requirements or Qualifications. Usually Requirements = mandatory; Qualifications = preferred. But we can combine.
Skills: maybe the "Strong written and verbal communication skills in English." plus ability to manage classroom, follow safety procedures. Those could be Skills.
Qualifications: Education, Experience, Credentials & Licensing.
But we need to avoid thin sections. Perhaps combine Requirements and Qualifications into one? But we need to follow instruction: include a section ONLY when posting has real, specific content for it. We can decide to have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (including Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Credentials), Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Skills maybe part of Requirements. Qualifications maybe redundant.
Let's think: The posting has "Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities" bullet list. That's skills. Then Education, Experience, Credentials & Licensing separate. So we could have:
- About the role (company intro + mission + why you'll love)
- Responsibilities (What You’ll Do)
- Skills (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
- Requirements (Education, Experience, Credentials & Licensing)
- Benefits
- Pay
- Schedule
That seems reasonable.
Now we need to ensure we don't include filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
Now we need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown.
We'll produce:
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can have About the role containing description of role and company.
Then "What You’ll Do" list: bullet points.
Let's list them:
- 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, including 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 educational philosophy and Signature Programs.
- Use Cadence-required systems and communication tools to communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership.
- Maintain a safe and well‑supervised classroom, following the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual at all times.
- Accurately document and report accidents, incidents, and escalated behaviors in accordance with company policy and licensing requirements.
- Follow all Cadence Education policies, procedures, and standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.
These are responsibilities.
Next: "What We’re Looking For Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities" then bullet list:
- Demonstrated ability to follow all 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.
Then "Education": Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.
Then "Experience": Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center. A minimum of 6-12 months of early childhood or classroom experience is preferred, depending on education and credentials.
Then "Credentials & Licensing": Must meet all Department of Health Services (DHS) licensing qualifications for Lead Teachers, which may include High school diploma or GED plus required experience or College coursework in early childhood education or CDA, CCP, EEC or NAC credential Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings. CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are met.
Then "Scheduling Requirements (Please Review Carefully)": 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. Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits.
Then "Any potential pay rate offer would be based on candidate's level of education and experience."
Then later: "#CRMA We are on the lookout for a vibrant Lead Preschool Teacher to bring your passion for kids and childcare experience to our crew of caring, creative educators! If you love nurturing little ones and have a background in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to shine! Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Role At Cadence Education, we’re all about crafting bright futures for kids, families, and communities. Our mission thrives on a team of spirited childcare pros who pour their hearts into delivering top-notch care and compassion. With our cutting-edge, research-based curriculum and warm, home-like settings, we’re redefining early education— and you can be part of it! Our schools buzz with talented, fun-loving folks who are all about child development and teamwork. We value open communication, both on-site and with our corporate team, and we’re obsessed with creating a work-life balance that keeps you energized. Join us, and we’ll support you every step of the way! For a limited time offer $500 bonus after 90 days of service. Competitive Pay Get rewarded for your passion! Hourly Pay Rate $20.25 - $26.33 On-Demand Pay with UKG Wallet Cash in when you need it. 50% Childcare Tuition Discount Family-friendly vibes! 401(k) with Employer Match Plan for your future while shaping theirs. Comprehensive Benefits Paid time off (grows with seniority), paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and more! Growth Galore Educational and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and paid CDA. Pet Insurance Because your furry friends matter too! Company-Paid Life Insurance We’ve got you covered. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees only. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees only. Any potential pay rate offer will be based on candidate's level of education and experience"
We need to extract benefits, pay, schedule sections.
Pay: "Hourly Pay Rate $20.25 - $26.33". Also "On-Demand Pay with UKG Wallet Cash in when you need it." Also "Any potential pay rate offer would be based on candidate's level of education and experience." Also "For a limited time offer $500 bonus after 90 days of service." That's a bonus, could be part of Pay or Benefits? Probably Pay.
Benefits: list: "50% Childcare Tuition Discount", "401(k) with Employer Match", "Comprehensive Benefits Paid time off (grows with seniority), paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and more!", "Growth Galore Educational and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and paid CDA.", "Pet Insurance", "Company-Paid Life Insurance". Also "Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees only." repeated.
Schedule: "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. Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits."
Also maybe "Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits." is schedule? It's about eligibility but could be schedule.
We need to avoid filler like "commensurate with experience", "not specified", etc. We have specific pay range, so we can include Pay section.
We need to avoid repeating same content. Also we must not include boilerplate like EEO, navigation, legal, etc. There's "Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer." That's boilerplate; remove. Also "#CRMA" maybe a tag; remove.
Also "Any potential pay rate offer would be based on candidate's level of education and experience." appears twice; we can keep once.
Now structure sections:
- About the role: include company overview and mission, plus maybe the "Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Role" paragraph? That's more about role appeal. Could be part of About the role.
But we need to decide what goes where. The instruction: use headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We need to map content.
Responsibilities: the "What You’ll Do" list.
Requirements: maybe the "What We’re Looking For Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities" plus Education, Experience, Credentials & Licensing? Those could be Requirements or Qualifications. Usually Requirements = mandatory; Qualifications = preferred. But we can combine.
Skills: maybe the "Strong written and verbal communication skills in English." plus ability to manage classroom, follow safety procedures. Those could be Skills.
Qualifications: Education, Experience, Credentials & Licensing.
But we need to avoid thin sections. Perhaps combine Requirements and Qualifications into one? But we need to follow instruction: include a section ONLY when posting has real, specific content for it. We can decide to have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (including Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Credentials), Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Skills maybe part of Requirements. Qualifications maybe redundant.
Let's think: The posting has "Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities" bullet list. That's skills. Then Education, Experience, Credentials & Licensing separate. So we could have:
- About the role (company intro + mission + why you'll love)
- Responsibilities (What You’ll Do)
- Skills (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
- Requirements (Education, Experience, Credentials & Licensing)
- Benefits
- Pay
- Schedule
That seems reasonable.
Now we need to ensure we don't include filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
Now we need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown.
We'll produce:
About the role
With over 330 schools across 30 states and 30+ years of experience, Cadence Education is a leader in early childhood education. Our mission is to give children an exceptional education in a nurturing environment—every fun-filled day. At Cadence Education, we’re all about crafting bright futures for kids, families, and communities. Our mission thrives on a team of spirited childcare pros who pour their hearts into delivering top-notch care and compassion. With our cutting-edge, research-based curriculum and warm, home-like settings, we’re redefining early education—and you can be part of it! Our schools buzz with talented, fun-loving folks who are all about child development and teamwork. We value open communication, both on-site and with our corporate team, and we’re obsessed with creating a work-life balance that keeps you energized. Join us, and we’ll support you every step of the way! For a limited time offer $500 bonus after 90 days of service.
But note the $500 bonus is pay/benefit; maybe better to put in Pay section. However we included it in About the role; maybe we should move bonus to Pay. Let's keep About the role focusing on company and mission, not bonus. The bonus is a pay incentive; better in Pay. Thus About the role: company overview, mission, why you'll love (the paragraph about crafting bright futures, etc). We'll exclude bonus. Now Responsibilities: list as- ... Skills: list of Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities. Requirements: Education, Experience, Credentials & Licensing. Benefits: list of benefits. Pay: hourly rate, on-demand pay, maybe bonus. Schedule: scheduling requirements. Now we need to ensure we don't repeat "Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits." It appears in Scheduling Requirements and also Benefits section repeated. We'll include it once maybe in Schedule. Now let's extract exact text. About the role content: - "With over 330 schools across 30 states and 30+ years of experience, Cadence Education is a leader in early childhood education. Our mission is to give children an exceptional education in a nurturing environment—every fun-filled day." - Then the "Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Role" paragraph: "At Cadence Education, we’re all about crafting bright futures for kids, families, and communities. Our mission thrives on a team of spirited childcare pros who pour their hearts into delivering top-notch care and compassion. With our cutting-edge, research-based curriculum