Preschool Teacher -Floater
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 steps are taken to recognize and respond to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans as directed.
Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs under the guidance of the Lead Teacher.
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 steps are taken to manage, document, and escalate child behaviors in alignment with Cadence policies and classroom expectations.
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.
Responsibilities
- Safeguard a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
- Greet children and families daily.
- Recognize and respond to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs.
- Implement Cadence Signature Programs under the guidance of the Lead Teacher.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership.
- Document and report accidents and incidents according to policy.
- Manage, document, and escalate child behaviors in alignment with Cadence policies.
- Adhere to all Cadence Education policies and procedures.
- Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development.
Requirements
Must meet minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting is preferred.
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.
Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred, but not required if state licensing requirements are met.
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities as described above.
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.
- Hourly Pay Rate $15.45 - $20.00.
- 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.
- Growth opportunities such as CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.
Pay
$15.45 - $20.00 per hour.
Schedule
Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, or operational needs.
Daily start and end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed.