Preschool Hiring Event at Pekin

📅 Thursday, August 13, 2026🕣 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

📍 Cadence Academy Preschool900 Kennedy DrivePekin, IL 61554

We're growing and looking for passionate educators to join our team! Whether you're an experienced teacher or ready to begin a rewarding career in early childhood education, we'd love to meet you.

✔️ Open interviews throughout the day—no appointment needed✔️ Meet our leadership team✔️ Learn about our open opportunities✔️ Interview on the spot

We can't wait to meet you and help you find your next opportunity with Cadence Education. See you on Thursday, August 13! 🎈

• →Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment where every child is treated with dignity, respect, and care.
• →Build positive, professional relationships with children and families, including daily greetings and ongoing communication.
• →Recognize and respond to diverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including implementing IEPs and behavioral support plans as required.
• →Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Cadence educational philosophy and Signature Programs.
• →Use Cadence-required systems and communication tools to communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership.
• →Maintain a safe and well‑supervised classroom, following the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual at all times.
• →Accurately document and report accidents, incidents, and escalated behaviors in accordance with company policy and licensing requirements.
• →Follow all Cadence Education policies, procedures, and standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• →Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

• Demonstrated ability to follow all safety procedures, including Name‑to‑Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle‑feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
• Ability to manage a classroom environment with consistency, structure, and care.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.

• Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center.
• A minimum of 6–12 months of early childhood or classroom experience is preferred, depending on education and credentials.

• Must meet all Department of Health Services (DHS) licensing qualifications for Lead Teachers, which may include:
  • High school diploma or GED plus required experience or
  • College coursework in early childhood education or
  • CDA, CCP, EEC or NAC credential
• Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
• CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are met.

• Flexibility is essential. Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs.
• Work schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts.
• Daily end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed.