Full-Time Toddler Teacher — On-Demand Pay & Tuition Discount

Cadence Education; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

Tuition discount 50%

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development (CDA tuition)

Job summary

Cadence Education in Portland, OR is hiring a Toddler Teacher to create a warm, safe classroom where infants and toddlers can explore and grow. You will collaborate with teammates to deliver developmentally appropriate lessons, share milestones with families, and guide play with a strong emphasis on safety and engagement.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 18 years old, and 6 months’ experience in childcare.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years old.
• Minimum 6 months’ experience as an infant teacher or in a licensed daycare.
• Flexible and ready to shine during business hours.
• Preferred: Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cadence Education in Portland, OR is hiring a Toddler Teacher to create a warm, safe classroom where infants and toddlers can explore and grow. You will collaborate with teammates to deliver developmentally appropriate lessons, share milestones with families, and guide play with a strong emphasis on safety and engagement.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 18 years old, and 6 months’ experience in childcare.