Preschool Teacher

About the role

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.
Affirmative action statement: 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.
Affirmative action statement: Assist in managing, documenting, and escalating child behaviors in alignment with Cadence policies and classroom expectations.
Affirmative action statement: Adhere to all Cadence Education policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard 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.
• Recognize and respond 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.
• Affirmative action statement: Assist in managing, documenting, and escalating child behaviors in alignment with Cadence policies and classroom expectations.
• Affirmative action statement: Adhere to all 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.

Requirements

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Ability to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred, but not required if state licensing requirements are met.
• Experience: Must meet minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment. Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting is preferred.
• Credentials & Licensing: Must meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher in a licensed childcare center. Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings. CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are satisfied.

Skills

• Ability to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Benefits

• Competitive pay + on-demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match to secure your future
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and even pet insurance
• Paid time off that grows with seniority, paid holidays, and company-paid life insurance

Pay

Competitive pay + on-demand pay with UKG Wallet

Schedule

Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, or operational needs.
Daily start and end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed.