Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Toddler Teacher

St. Louis , Missouri 63141

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

At Cadence Education, our mission is to create bright futures for children, families, employees, and our communities while having a blast doing it! This mission is achieved through a team of passionate childcare professionals who bring their talents together to offer exceptional care and compassion for children and their families. Our cutting-edge research-based curriculum and home-based environments are at the forefront 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. 

Discover the abundance of perks awaiting you as a full-time team member at Cadence Education!

• Competitive compensation
• Hourly Rate: $14.50- $18.85
• NEW! On demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 75% 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 mentioned are applicable solely to employees eligible for full-time positions.

Why work at Cadence Academy, St. Louis? 

• Monday through Friday daily schedule
• Monthly bonding events for the staff.
• Building has 8 classrooms, indoor gross motor space, 3 newly renovated playgrounds (including an infant playground), along with a teacher's lounge!
• Open and personable leadership team that values and encourages growth of staff.
• A diverse and inclusive culture
• Two events throughout the year for both internal families and inquiring families.
• Caring families that volunteer and share their appreciation.
• Work/Life balance highly promoted by school leadership team.

Cadence Education is one of the most exciting 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.

For more information about this school please visit: https://www.cadence-education.com/locations/mo/saint-louis/905/

Company Overview

Successful candidates will have: 

• Previous teaching experience required
• CDA, Degree in Education (or related)- preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 16 years old
• Team player mentality. 
• Cultivating and promoting a positive culture for both staff and students.
• Passion for teaching, interaction and development of children. 
• Must meet all state preschool lead teacher requirements
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours
• Holding yourself to professional standards in appearance and communication.

Toddler Teacher Job Responsibilities:

A Toddler 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.

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Salary : $15 - $19