Kids Connection
Location
Doral, Florida
Salary
$15 - $19 / HOUR
Lead the creation of a nurturing and joyful environment for infants while implementing an age-appropriate curriculum. Coordinate daily schedules and maintain consistent communication with parents regarding their children's milestones.
Requires a high school diploma and previous experience as a preschool lead teacher for infants. A CDA or a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is required or preferred.
What You’ll Do Support a positive, inclusive classroom environment where children are treated with dignity, respect, and care. Greet children and families daily and help establish 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 the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs. Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence‑approved tools and systems. Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual, including documenting and reporting accidents and incidents according to policy. Assist in managing, documenting, and escalating child behaviors in alignment with Cadence policies and classroom expectations. 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 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 meet minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment. Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting is preferred. Credentials & Licensing Must meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher 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, or operational needs. Work schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts. Daily start and end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed.
Market context
In Florida, preschool and floater roles are commonly tied to steady demand in child care centers and early learning programs. This role is competitive because employers want a high school diploma plus prior infant lead-teacher experience, with a CDA or an early childhood degree often required or preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then emphasize infant classroom experience and any credential coursework in your application.
Salary benchmark
$44,545 avg / yr
Typical range: $32,240–$50,000 based on 300 active listings in Florida
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