Preschool Lead Teacher — Inspire Growth with IEP Support

Cadence Education; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay with UKG Wallet

50% childcare tuition discount

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cadence Education is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher in Chicago, IL to provide engaging early childhood instruction and a nurturing learning environment. You will deliver Cadence Education programs, communicate with families, and support the growth and safety of every child.

The role emphasizes planning age-appropriate curriculum, maintaining licensing compliance, and collaborating with a team under the School Director’s direction. On-site employment offers full-time hours and benefits.

Qualifications

• Follow safety procedures including daycare health and safety policies.
• Manage classroom with structure, consistency, and care.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children and families.
• Recognize and address diverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs.
• Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Maintain safe, well-supervised classroom per policy and licensing.
• Document accidents, incidents, and escalated behaviors per procedures.
• Participate in trainings and meetings as required.

Skills

Safety procedures

Classroom management

English communication

Education

ECE degree preferred

Job description

Cadence Education is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher in Chicago, IL to provide engaging early childhood instruction and a nurturing learning environment. You will deliver Cadence Education programs, communicate with families, and support the growth and safety of every child.

The role emphasizes planning age-appropriate curriculum, maintaining licensing compliance, and collaborating with a team under the School Director’s direction. On-site employment offers full-time hours and benefits.