Preschool Lead Teacher - Nurture Growth & IEP Support

Cadence Education; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Hourly pay rate 17–23 USD

UKG Wallet on-demand pay

50% childcare tuition discount

401(k) with employer match

Comprehensive benefits for all full‑t/

Paid time off with seniority

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision options

Life, disability, retirement plans

Educational and professional devt.

Tuition reimbursement

Company-paid life insurance

Pet insurance

Paid CDA

Job summary

Cadence Education is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to join our Eden Prairie campus. You will create an engaging, developmentally appropriate classroom, build strong relationships with families, and support children with diverse needs including IEPs.

You will follow Cadence programs and uphold licensing and safety standards. The role requires an associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and state licensing compliance, with 6–12 months of classroom experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center.
• CDA, CCP, EEC or NAC credential may be required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with children and families through regular communication.
• Recognize diverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs and implement IEPs and behavioral support plans as required.
• Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Cadence philosophy and Signature Programs.
• Maintain a safe, well-supervised classroom following Cadence Safety and Supervision Manual.

Skills

Safety procedures

Classroom management

English communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

State licensing requirements

Job description

Cadence Education is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to join our Eden Prairie campus. You will create an engaging, developmentally appropriate classroom, build strong relationships with families, and support children with diverse needs including IEPs.

You will follow Cadence programs and uphold licensing and safety standards. The role requires an associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and state licensing compliance, with 6–12 months of classroom experience preferred.