Preschool Teacher Assistant

Job Location : Address

900 Kennedy Drive

Company Overview

We’re hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant!

If you love working with young children and have experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while supporting a fun, engaging classroom environment.

If you live in Pekin, Peoria, East Peoria, Morton, Washington, Bartonville, Creve Coeur, or a nearby community , this could be an excellent opportunity for you. We are looking for professionals who are passionate about early childhood education, Preschool, and childcare and want to grow their careers with Cadence Education .

Why Cadence Education? Cadence Education is dedicated to creating bright futures for children, families, and educators. We offer a research‑based curriculum in warm, home‑like environments and foster a collaborative, supportive culture where team members can grow and thrive.

About the Role Under the direction of the School Director and classroom leadership (Lead Teacher or Teacher), the Teacher Assistant supports daily classroom activities and the implementation of Cadence Education programs. This role helps maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including those with IEPs, while ensuring safety and licensing compliance.

Why This Role is a Total Blast:

• Start TODAY: Jump in and start making a difference now!

• Awesome Benefits(Full-Time Assistants):

• Competitive pay +on-demand paywith UKG Wallet—access your earnings anytime!

• 50% childcare tuition discount—a sweet deal for your own little ones!

• Hourly Pay Rate $15 - $19.50

• 401(k) with employer matchto secure your future.

• Amazing perks: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and evenpet insurance!

• Paid time offthat grows with seniority, paid holidays, and company-paid life insurance.

• Grow Your Way: Paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development to boost your career.

• Live Joyfully: We’ve got your back with a supportive team and a culture that champions work-life balance.

• Join a Leader: With 340+ schools across 30 states and 30+ years of expertise, Cadence Education is the superstar of early childhood education!

Pekin, IL

Job Description

What You’ll Do

• Support apositive and respectful classroom environment, ensuring each child is treated with care, dignity, and respect.

• Greet children and families daily and help buildprofessional, welcoming relationships.

• Assist in recognizing and responding toindividual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans as directed.

• Support classroom staff with planning and implementingdevelopmentally appropriate curriculumand Cadence Signature Programs.

• Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence‑approved tools.

• Follow theCadence 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 inrequired meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

What We’re Looking For

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name‑to‑Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle‑feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.

• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Education

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred, but not required if state licensing requirements are met.

Experience

• Must meetminimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.

• Prior early childhood or classroom experience is preferred.

Credentials & Licensing

• Must meet allstate licensing qualificationsfor a Teacher Assistant in a licensed childcare center.

• Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.

• CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are satisfied.

Scheduling Requirements (Please Review Carefully)

• Flexibility is essential.Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs.

• Work schedules may vary andare not guaranteed to be eight‑hour shifts.

• Daily start and end timesmay vary and cannot be guaranteed.

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Job Location : City

Pekin

Job Location : State/Province

IL

School BrandCadence Academy Preschool

ID 2026-65850

School Name 941 - Pekin

Position Type Full-Time

Min Salary USD $15.00/Hr.

Max Salary USD $19.50/Hr.