Job Description Preschool Teacher Shawnee, Kansas 66226 We’re hiring immediately! Canterbury Academy , part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool 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. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge 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. Enjoy the many benefits of working Full Time at Cadence Education. + Competitive compensation + Hourly Rate: $14.00 - $18.20 + 50% childcare tuition discount + NEW! 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 listed above apply only to Full Time eligible employees. Why join Canterbury Academy at Shawnee Crossings? + + Monday through Friday schedule. + Day Shift, no nights, and no weekends. + Vibrant culture with consistent appreciation and bonding events for the staff. + Smaller school with 6 classrooms and a family-like feel. + Nightly cleaning crew. + An open and personable leadership team that values and encourages growth of staff. + A diverse and inclusive culture. + Work/Life balance highly promoted by school leadership team. Cadence Education is one of the premier 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/ks/shawnee/884/ #CR Company Overview Successful candidates will have: + Previous experience in education preferred. + 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. + High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours. + Demonstrated classroom and time management skills preferred. + Holding yourself to professional standards in appearance and communication. Preschool Teacher Responsibilities: As one of our Preschool Teachers, you’ll need to embrace the philosophy of Cadence Education as you work as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center. You’ll 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 and 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 884 - Shawnee Crossings ID 2024-51701 Category Teacher and School Staff Position Type Full-Time