Job Description

　　Preschool Lead Teacher

　　Peoria, IL

　　We’re hiring immediately!Cadence Academy Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher 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.

　　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.

　　Enjoy the many benefits of working Full Time at Cadence Education.

　　Competitive compensation

　　$15.00 to $20.00 per hour

　　75% childcare tuition discount

　　$250 employee referral bonus

　　NEW! 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 300 private preschools and elementary schools across 29 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.

　　Our overall mission is to provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. 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.

　　Company Overview

　　Preschool Lead Teacher Qualifications:

　　High school diploma or equivalent

　　Must be at least 18 years old

　　Must meet all state preschool lead teacher requirements

　　High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours

　　Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related

　　Previous experience as a preschool lead teacher required

　　Demonstrated classroom management skills preferred

　　Preschool Lead Teacher Job Responsibilities:

　　A Preschool Lead Teacher 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.

　　School Name 945 - Candletree

　　ID 2024-39885

　　Category Teacher and School Staff

　　Position Type Regular Full-Time