Lead Teacher - Infant/Toddler

$39,520 - $45,760/Yr

Cadence Education - Odenton, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Odenton, MD

251-500 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Infant Lead Teacher at Cadence Education is responsible for creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment for infants. This role involves collaborating with a team of educators to implement a research-based curriculum, documenting children's milestones, and fostering positive relationships with families. The position emphasizes flexibility, communication, and a commitment to child development, ensuring that each child's needs are met in a safe and supportive setting.

Responsibilities

• 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 preschool teachers and leaders to implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Respect and observe children's interests, intervening when needed to maintain safety.
• Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities.
• Encourage and model developmentally appropriate social behavior and expectations.
• Share ideas in planning a daily schedule that balances various activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet all state preschool lead teacher requirements.
• Previous experience as an Infant teacher.
• 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 field.
• Previous experience as a preschool lead teacher required.
• Demonstrated classroom management skills preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in early childhood education settings.
• Strong communication skills with parents and staff.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation - Hourly pay range: $19.00 - $22.00
• On demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees
• 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