Preschool Lead Teacher – Curriculum & IEP Support

Cadence Education; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare tuition discount

401(k) with employer match

Comprehensive benefits for full-time

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision options

Educational and professional developm​

Tuition reimbursement

Company-paid life insurance

Pet insurance

Paid CDA

Job summary

Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool/Pre-K Lead Teacher to guide a safe, engaging classroom and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum in line with Cadence programs.

You will lead classroom operations, adapt for diverse needs, and communicate with families and staff to support each child’s growth while modeling professional behavior and compliance with licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred.
• Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center.
• A minimum of 6–12 months of early childhood or classroom experience is preferred, depending on education and credentials.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment where every child is treated with dignity, respect, and care.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children and families, including daily greetings and ongoing communication.
• Recognize and respond to diverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including implementing IEPs and behavioral support plans as required.
• Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Cadence educational philosophy and Signature Programs.
• Use Cadence-required systems and communication tools to communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership.
• Maintain a safe and well‑supervised classroom, following the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual at all times.
• Accurately document and report accidents, incidents, and escalated behaviors in accordance with company policy and licensing requirements.
• Follow all Cadence Education policies, procedures, and standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

Skills

Classroom management

English communication

Professional relationships

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool/Pre-K Lead Teacher to guide a safe, engaging classroom and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum in line with Cadence programs.

You will lead classroom operations, adapt for diverse needs, and communicate with families and staff to support each child’s growth while modeling professional behavior and compliance with licensing requirements.