Teacher - Infant

Cadence Education; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

On-Demand Pay with UKG Wallet

50% Childcare Tuition Discount

401(k) with Employer Match

Comprehensive Benefits

Growth Galore

Pet Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Cadence Education in Peoria, IL is seeking an Infant Teacher to be the heartbeat of our nurturing environment. You will create a cozy, engaging space for infants, celebrate daily milestones with parents, and deliver age-appropriate curriculum that sparks curiosity.

We value flexibility, a high school diploma, and state preschool qualifications. Prior daycare experience is a plus. This full-time role includes competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 18+ years old and enthusiastic.
• Meets state preschool teacher requirements.
• Super flexible and available during business hours.
• Bonus points for experience as a teacher assistant or in a licensed daycare.

Responsibilities

• Create a Cozy Haven with a warm, engaging space where infants thrive.
• Celebrate tiny wins by capturing and sharing daily milestones with parents.
• Craft fun learning by delivering an age-appropriate curriculum that sparks curiosity.
• Follow each child’s cues, ensure safety, and elevate play with language and engaging activities.
• Be a positive role model guiding little ones.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent (you’ve got this!)
• 18+ years old and bursting with enthusiasm
• Meets all state preschool teacher requirements
• Super flexible and ready to roll during business hours
• Bonus points for experience as a teacher assistant or in a licensed daycare

Your Epic Mission

As an Infant Teacher, you’ll be the heartbeat of our nurturing environment, creating magical moments for our youngest learners. Here’s what you’ll do

• Create a Cozy Haven Partner with our dynamic team to build a warm, engaging space where infants thrive.
• Celebrate Tiny Wins Capture and share those precious daily milestones with parents—every giggle counts!
• Craft Fun Learning Team up with passionate educators to deliver a stimulating, age-appropriate curriculum that sparks curiosity.
• Follow Their Cues Tune into each child’s interests, ensure their safety, and elevate playtime with language, toys, and engaging activities.
• Be a Role Model Guide little ones

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are on the lookout for a vibrant Infant Teacher to bring your passion for kids and childcare experience to our crew of caring, creative educators! If you love nurturing little ones and have a background in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to shine!

Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Role

At Cadence Education, we’re all about crafting bright futures for kids, families, and communities. Our mission thrives on a team of spirited childcare pros who pour their hearts into delivering top-notch care and compassion. With our cutting-edge, research-based curriculum and warm, home-like settings, we’re redefining early education— and you can be part of it!

Our schools buzz with talented, fun-loving folks who are all about child development and teamwork. We value open communication, both on-site and with our corporate team, and we’re obsessed with creating a work-life balance that keeps you energized. Join us, and we’ll support you every step of the way!

Awesome Perks for Full-Time Rockstars

• Competitive Pay Get rewarded for your passion!
• On-Demand Pay with UKG Wallet Cash in when you need it.
• 50% Childcare Tuition Discount Family-friendly vibes!
• 401(k) with Employer Match Plan for your future while shaping theirs.
• Comprehensive Benefits Paid time off (grows with seniority), paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and more!
• Growth Galore Educational and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and paid CDA.
• Pet Insurance Because your furry friends matter too!
• Company-Paid Life Insurance We’ve got you covered.
  Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees only.