Preschool Lead Teacher - Infant

$31,200 - $40,560/Yr

Cadence Education - Bentonville, AR

Full-time - Entry Level

Bentonville, AR

251-500 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Infant Lead Teacher at Cadence Academy Preschool 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 important milestones in a child's day with parents.
• Collaborate with other preschool teachers to implement an engaging curriculum.
• Respect and observe children's interests, intervening when necessary to maintain safety.
• Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities.
• Encourage and model developmentally appropriate social behavior and expectations.
• Plan a daily schedule that balances various activities, including quiet/active and indoor/outdoor play.

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.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with hourly rate of $15.00 - $19.50.
• 75% childcare tuition discount.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including paid time off that increases with seniority, paid holidays, and medical, dental, vision options.
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans.
• Educational and professional development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Paid CDA.