Casey's·Ankeny, Iowa
Nurture and care for a group of children while designing developmentally appropriate activities to support their growth. Maintain a safe, clean classroom environment and build positive relationships with parents and caregivers.
Turn Your Passion for Children Into a Career You’ll Love! Do you light up when a child masters something new? Believe play is powerful? Want a schedule and workplace that supports your family, too?
At Casey’s, we don’t just say we’re family‑first—we live it. We’re seeking a Child Care Teacher for our on‑site Child Development Center at the Casey's Store Support Center in Ankeny, where learning is joyful, teamwork is strong, and the work truly matters. This is more than a child care job—it’s a chance to shape early learning experiences, build meaningful relationships, and be part of a company that takes care of its people as well as its guests.
Every day, you’ll help create a warm, engaging environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. You’ll turn curiosity into discovery, routines into reassurance, and moments into milestones.
Enjoy a four‑day workweek—four 10‑hour shifts between 6:40 a.m. and 5:35 p.m. (That’s a built‑in day off every week!)
$17.00 - $19.00. Actual pay may vary based on Casey’s assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, and qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include local prevailing wages and internal equity. Our full salary range for this role does extend beyond the hiring range listed, allowing team members the opportunity to continue to grow within the company.
At Casey’s, we invest in you—because when our team members thrive, so do our families.
Requires an Associate's degree in Child Development or equivalent experience, along with CPR and First Aid certifications. Candidates must have strong knowledge of childcare and a compassionate, professional attitude.
Market context
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