Job detail
Preschool Lead Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/27/2026
Location
East Peoria, Illinois
Salary
$18 - $22 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher will be responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment while implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum alongside the teaching team. Key duties include observing children's progress, communicating with families, promoting positive social behaviors, and planning a balanced daily schedule.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years old, meeting all state requirements for lead preschool teachers. A cda or a degree in early childhood education or a related field is required, along with prior experience as a lead teacher being preferred.
high schoolprofessional certificateassociate degreeFamily CommunicationCurriculum ImplementationClassroom ManagementChild DevelopmentChildcareEarly Childhood EducationBehavior ModelingDaily SchedulingDaycare Education
Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid Time Off
- On Demand Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Disability
- Retirement Plans
- 401(k) With Employer Match
- Paid CDA
- Childcare Tuition Discount