On top of working in this unique environment, our Child Development Center is a part of T.E.A.C.H, (Teacher Education and Compensation Helps), which provides a scholarship program to complete your degree while working! If you are interested in working on your early childhood associate or bachelors degrees, this is a great opportunity to save money on tuition, books, etc. To find out more about this program please follow the link: Iowa T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship Program- https://iowacollegeaid.gov/TeachIowaScholarAlong with T.E.A.C.H., CDC employees also have the opportunity to participate in Child Care WAGE$ IOWA, (WAGE$). This program allows our employees to receive salary supplements, or stipends, based on the individuals level of formal education and commitment to their program after 6 months of employment. Also, did you know that full-time child care employees will be categorically eligible for CCA, (Child Care Assistance), regardless of income? Now is a great time to come join us! We currently are looking for those interested in Full Time or Part Time that have previous or current childcare experience. Base wage starts at $14.75/hour and increases to $15.00/hour after a 90 day successful orientation period.Easterseals has:

• Competitive wage and benefits including medical, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance/accidental death and dismemberment/long term disability insurance, and a 403(b) Tax Deferred Retirement Plan offered to all full-time employees
• 20 days of PTO in the first year, increasing to 25 days of PTO in the second year, that we not only let you take, but expect you to take off!
• An additional 8 paid holidays
• A culture that promotes from within for advancement opportunities
• A supportive and flexible team working environment

Application process consists of 1st phone interview with Recruitment and Talent Development Coordinator and 2nd Department Specifics Team Leader.