Job Description

Preschool Administrative Assistant- Part Time

Clive, IA

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

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

• Competitive compensation
• Hourly Rate: $15.50 - $20.15
• 75% childcare tuition discount
• 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 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.

Company Overview

Preschool Administrative Assistant Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours
• Must have knowledge and understanding of state standards and maintains school at a level exceeding these standards
• Compliance with state licensing standards, including but not limited to criminal background screening and fingerprinting
• Previous experience as an administrative assistant within childhood education or similar industry
• Excellent computer skills, especially typing
• Attention to detail

Preschool Administrative Assistant Responsibilities:

• Performs all administrative duties in a polite and professional manner
• Manage and maintain front office/reception workspace
• Greets parents and children throughout the workday
• Answers incoming phone calls from parents, visitors and other inquiries
• Maintains professional attitude in being self-approachable by parents, children and staff
• Establishes a safe, healthy, and welcoming preschool setting
• Develops open lines of communication with parents, children and staff
• Manages our data base and other records as needed for school and state licensing regulations
• Provide support to Director and Assistant Director as needed
• Additional administrative duties to support school success
• Other job duties as assigned

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.