Job DescriptionPreschool Teacher Overland Park, Kansas 66223 We’re hiring immediately! Canterbury Academy- Small Beginnings, 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. Join us at Cadence Education, where you'll play a vital role in creating bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. Your dedication as a childcare professional will directly contribute to providing exceptional care and compassion, shaping the next generation through our innovative curriculum and nurturing environments. 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
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75% 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
The benefits listed above apply only to Full Time eligible employees.
Why join Canterbury Academy- Small Beginnings?
Monday through Friday schedule
Day Shift, no nights, and no weekends
Vibrant culture with consistent appreciation and bonding events for the staff.
18,000 square feet facility with 16 classrooms, garden, gym and 7 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
Work/Life balance highly promoted by school leadership team.
Join Cadence Education, a leading early childhood educator in the U.S., with a network of over 325 private preschools and elementary schools spanning 30 states. With a legacy of over 30 years, we excel in preparing students for the next phase of their educational journey, offering you the chance to be part of this impactful mission.
For more information about this school, please visit: https://www.cadence-education.com/locations/ks/overland-park/883/
Company Overview
Successful candidates will have:
Previous experience in education required.
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.
Must meet all state preschool lead teacher requirements
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 preferred.
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 883 - Small Beginnings ID 2024-51973 Category Teacher and School Staff Position Type Full-Time
