Teacher

Company Overview: Cadence Education is dedicated to shaping bright futures for children, families, and its teams. The organization offers a research‑based curriculum in warm, home‑like environments and fosters a collaborative, supportive workplace where educators can grow and thrive.

About the Role

Under the direction of the School Director and Lead Teacher, the Preschool Teacher supports daily classroom operations and the implementation of Cadence Education programs. This role helps create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including those with IEPs. Teachers maintain classroom routines, support curriculum delivery, build positive relationships with children and families, and ensure safety and licensing compliance.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist in recognizing and responding 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.
• Assist in managing, documenting, and escalating 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred, but not required if state licensing requirements are met.
• 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 and be able to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
• CDA certification preferred but not required if state requirements are satisfied.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with on‑demand pay via UKG Wallet.
• 50% childcare tuition discount for employees’ own children.
• 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 opportunities.
• Supportive team culture that champions work‑life balance.

Pay

Hourly pay range: $15.75 – $18.75.

Schedule

Flexibility is essential. Work schedules may vary based on enrollment, staffing ratios, or operational needs. Shifts are not guaranteed to be eight hours, and daily start and end times may change.