Preschool Lead Teacher

Cadence Education; California; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to child development as a Preschool Lead Teacher. This role offers a chance to create a nurturing and engaging learning environment for young children, working alongside a passionate team of educators. With a focus on collaboration and communication, you will play a vital role in promoting positive social behavior and enhancing children's play experiences. Enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule with no nights or weekends, and take advantage of a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth and work-life balance. If you are enthusiastic about early childhood education and want to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

50% Childcare Tuition Discount

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Options

Annual Tuition Reimbursement

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Company Paid CDA

Qualifications

• Must have 12 ECE units minimum and previous experience as a preschool lead teacher.
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours.

Responsibilities

• Encourage a positive learning environment and document important milestones.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Skills

Classroom Management

Child Development Knowledge

Flexibility

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

12 ECE Units

Child Development Associate (CDA)

College Degree in Early Childhood

Job description

Job Description

Preschool Lead Teacher

Carmichael, CA

We’re hiring immediately! Cadence Academy Preschool of El Camino, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff.

Our schools are staffed with people who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open communication in each school and with our corporate office. We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting our staff members every step of the way.

Enjoy the many benefits of working at Cadence Education:

• Competitive compensation
• $18.00 - $22.05
• On demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match
• Educational and professional development
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
• Paid time off that increases with seniority
• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Annual Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Company Paid CDA

The benefits listed above apply only to Full Time eligible employees.

Why join Cadence Academy?

• Monday through Friday schedule
• Day Shift, no nights, and no weekends
• Healthy work environment
• A team that will value and appreciate you
• A diverse and inclusive culture

Preschool Lead Teacher Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have 12 ECE (Early Childhood Education) units minimum
• Must meet all state preschool lead teacher requirements
• Previous experience as a preschool lead teacher REQUIRED
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related
• Demonstrated classroom management skills preferred

Preschool Lead Teacher Job Responsibilities:

• A Preschool Lead Teacher will accept the philosophy of Cadence Education and will work as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center
• Document and share with parents the important milestones in a child’s day
• Collaborate with other passionate preschool teachers and leaders to implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety. Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities
• Encourage and model social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate
• Share ideas in planning a daily schedule which provides a balance of activities: quiet/active, indoor/outdoor, fine/gross motor, etc.

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.