What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Lead Teacher position at Kids Connection?
Company Overview
We are hiring a Preschool Lead Teacher to join our team of dedicated educators. If you’re passionate about early childhood development and have experience in childcare, daycare, or preschool education, we’d love to meet you.
Why Join Us?We’re a community of professionals who care deeply about children and their growth. Our schools foster collaboration, open communication, and a supportive work environment. We prioritize work-life balance and provide the tools and resources you need to succeed.
What You’ll Do:
- Create a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment
- Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum with your teaching team
- Observe and support children’s interests and developmental milestones
- Communicate effectively with families about their child’s progress
- Promote positive social behaviors and model respectful interactions
- Plan a balanced daily schedule with a mix of indoor/outdoor and active/quiet activities
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- On demand pay with UKG Wallet
- Hourly Pay Rate $17 - $21
- 50% 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
Job Description
With over 340 schools across 30 states and 30 years of experience, Cadence Education is a leader in early childhood education. Our mission is to give children an exceptional education in a nurturing environment—every fun-filled day.
What You’ll Need:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be 18 or older
- Meet state requirements for lead preschool teachers
- CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
- Prior experience as a preschool lead teacher
- Strong classroom management skills (preferred)
- Flexibility to work within business hours