Teacher Assistant

Cadence Education; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to nurturing young minds as an Infant Teacher Assistant. This role offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with passionate educators, creating a positive and engaging learning environment for children. You'll play a vital role in documenting milestones, enhancing play with language and activities, and fostering social behavior among children. With a commitment to work-life balance and professional development, this position is perfect for those who are enthusiastic about early childhood education and want to make a meaningful impact in children's lives.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

On demand pay with UKG Wallet

50% childcare tuition discount

401(k) with employer match

Comprehensive benefit package

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision options

Tuition reimbursement

Company-paid life insurance

Qualifications

• Must meet all state preschool teacher assistant requirements.
• Previous experience in a licensed daycare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Encourage a positive learning environment for children.
• Document milestones and collaborate with teachers.
• Plan a balanced daily schedule of activities.

Skills

Flexibility

Childcare Experience

Communication Skills

Education

State Preschool Teacher Assistant Requirements

Job description

Company Overview

Infant Teacher Assistant

Peoria,Arizona85381

We’re hiring immediately! Phoenix Children's Academy Private Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking an Infant Teacher Assistant 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.

At Cadence Education, our mission is to create bright futures for children, families, employees and our communities. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge of early education.

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.

Indulge in a plethora of perks by joining us full-time at Cadence Education!

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

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

Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating over 325 private preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With over 30 years in business, we have developed an unparalleled expertise in preparing students to thrive in the next step of their childhood.

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Job Description

Infant Teacher Assistant Qualifications

• Must meet all state preschool teacher assistant requirements
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours
• Previous experience as ateacher assistant or in a licensed daycare preferred

Infant Teacher Assistant Job Responsibilities:

An Infant Teacher Assistant 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.

Key words: education, early childhood, EEC, daycare, teacher, instructional aide, assistant teacher, infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, childcare, caregiver