Job Description Infant Teacher Eureka, MO 63025 We’re hiring immediately! Cadence Academy, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking an Infant 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 while having a blast doing it! This mission is achieved through a team of passionate childcare professionals who bring their talents together to offer exceptional care and compassion for children and their families. Our cutting-edge research-based curriculum and home-based environments are at the forefront 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. Discover the abundance of perks awaiting you as a full-time team member at Cadence Education! + + Competitive compensation + Hourly Rate: $14.50- $18.85 + 75% 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 mentioned are applicable solely to employees eligible for full-time positions. Why have a blast at Cadence Academy, Eureka? + + Monday through Friday daily schedule + Bimonthly bonding events for the staff. + A two building campus with a combined 14 classrooms, indoor gross motor space, STEAM room, 3 playgrounds, along with a teacher's lounge! + Nightly cleaning crew + Open and personable leadership team that values and encourages growth of staff. + A diverse and inclusive culture + Multiple events throughout the year for both internal families and inquiring families. + Caring families that volunteer and share their appreciation. + Work/Life balance highly promoted by school leadership team + Great location near amenities such as restaurants, car wash, grocery store, etc. Cadence Education is one of the most exciting 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. #CR Company Overview Successful candidates will have: + Have previous experience teaching in a preschool setting + Have a high school diploma or equivalent + Are at least 18 years old + Have a team player mentality + Are passionate about teaching young children + Meet all state early childhood teacher requirements + Demonstrate classroom and time management skills + Hold themself to professional standards in appearance and communication Infant Teacher Job Responsibilities: An Infant Teacher will accept the philosophy of Cadence Education and will work as part of the teaching team to 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 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. 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 903 - Eureka ID 2024-51170 Category Teacher and School Staff Position Type Full-Time