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Cadence Education Lead Infant Teacher in St Louis, Missouri
Job Description
Lead Infant Teacher
St Louis, Missouri 63141
We’re hiring immediately! Canterbury Academy at Briarcliff, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Lead Infant 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: $15.50 - $20.15
Shift Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday
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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
uccessful candidates will have:
Previous teaching experience required, lead teacher experience preferred
CDA OR Degree in Education field (or related) OR 5 years of experience.
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 18 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.
Lead Infant Teacher Job Responsibilities:
A Lead Infant 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 905 - Beagle
ID 2024-51321
Category Teacher and School Staff
Position Type Full-Time