Teacher Assistant - Floater
Cadence Education · Cranston, RI · 1 wk ago
$16.5–$19.505/hrFull-time
Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits. Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years old
- Minimum 6 months’ experience as a preschool teacher or in a licensed daycare
- Flexible and ready to work during business hours
Preferred: Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
Responsibilities
- Embrace Cadence’s philosophy, creating a nurturing, growth-filled space for every child
- Collaborate with your team to craft engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons
- Cheer on kids’ interests, step in for safety, and turn play into learning adventures
- Foster social skills and behaviors that set kids up for success
- Share ideas to design a daily schedule that’s as fun as it is enriching
- Create a warm, inviting space where kids feel safe to explore, learn, and grow
- Team up with fellow teachers to deliver a fun, age-appropriate curriculum that lights up young minds
- Share daily milestones with parents, turning small moments into big memories
- Guide play with toys, language, and activities, keeping safety first and curiosity flowing
- Model kindness and social skills that help kids thrive now and in the future
- Plan a daily schedule bursting with a balance of quiet time, active play, indoor/outdoor fun, and fine/gross motor activities
Benefits
- Competitive pay + on-demand pay with 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, and company-paid life insurance
- Paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development
Pay
Hourly pay range: $16.50 - $19.50