Preschool Teacher Assistant — Start Today, Grow & Learn

Cadence Education; Burr Ridge (IL); Hybrid; USD 2,082,000 - 2,707,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition discount

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Pet insurance

On‑demand pay with UKG Wallet

Job summary

Cadence Education in Burr Ridge, Illinois, is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support daily classroom activities under the supervision of the School Director and Lead Teacher. You will help maintain a safe, nurturing environment and support children’s physical, social, emotional, and developmental needs, including those with IEPs.

This full-time role offers competitive pay with on-demand access to earnings, health benefits, retirement matching, tuition discounts, and professional

Qualifications

• Must meet state minimum experience and education requirements.
• CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are satisfied.

Responsibilities

• Support a positive and respectful classroom environment.
• Greet children and families daily and help build welcoming relationships.
• Assist in recognizing and responding to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs (IEPs).
• Support classroom staff with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs.
• Communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence-approved tools.
• Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual and report accidents/incidents.
• Assist with managing, documenting, and reporting escalated child behaviors.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and professional development as needed.

Skills

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Early Childhood Education degree

Job description

Cadence Education in Burr Ridge, Illinois, is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support daily classroom activities under the supervision of the School Director and Lead Teacher. You will help maintain a safe, nurturing environment and support children’s physical, social, emotional, and developmental needs, including those with IEPs.

This full-time role offers competitive pay with on-demand access to earnings, health benefits, retirement matching, tuition discounts, and professional