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Cadence Education

Operator of private preschools and curricula

Preschool Teacher Assistant

Early Childhood EducationPosted on Nov 6
Full-timeCarol Stream, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must meet the minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
  • Must meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher Assistant in a licensed childcare center.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
  • Must be able to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
  • Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; daily start and end times may vary, and shifts are not guaranteed to be eight hours.

Responsibilities

  • Support a positive and respectful classroom environment, ensuring each child is treated with care, dignity, and respect.
  • Greet children and families daily and help build professional, welcoming relationships.
  • Assist in recognizing and responding to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans as directed.
  • Support classroom staff with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs.
  • Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence-approved tools.
  • Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual, including documenting and reporting accidents and incidents according to policy.
  • Assist with managing, documenting, and reporting escalated child behaviors in accordance with Cadence procedures.
  • Adhere to all Cadence Education policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
  • Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior early childhood or classroom experience is preferred.
  • An associate or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred, but is not required if state licensing requirements are met.
  • A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is preferred, but is not required if state requirements are satisfied.

About the Company

Cadence Education

Operator of private preschools and curricula

Cadence Education runs a large network of private preschools and early learning centers across the United States. It delivers early childhood education by using its Ascend Curriculum, a proprietary program that blends structured guidance with flexible instruction so teachers tailor learning across nine developmental domains, including literacy, math, science, physical fitness, creative expression, and social-emotional growth. The company also operates multi-brand locations offering faith-based and Montessori options, and grows through acquisitions while preserving each school's unique culture. The result is a nurturing, homelike environment focused on individualized learning, helping children build foundational academic skills and essential social and emotional well-being. Cadence’s goal is to give families peace of mind and to prepare children for elementary school and lifelong learning with independence, creativity, and confidence.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Scottsdale, AZ
Founded
1969

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