Teacher Assistant-Infant
Naperville, ILFull-time$15.36–19.97/hrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Job overview
Cadence Education is seeking an Infant Teacher Assistant to help create a joyful, nurturing environment for infants. The assistant will work with educators to deliver age-appropriate activities, support children’s development and safety, and share daily milestones with parents. The posting seeks someone who meets state preschool teacher assistant requirements, is flexible during business hours, and has a passion for infants; daycare or teacher-assistant experience is a bonus.
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Full job description
Job Location : Address
1912 Continental Ave.
Company Overview
We are searching for an enthusiasticInfant Teacher Assistantto bring your love for kids and childcare experience to our warm, dynamic team! If you’re passionate about childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to make a big impact in tiny lives!
Why You’ll Adore This Gig
At Cadence Education, we’re on a mission to create bright futures for kids, families, and communities. We need spirited childcare pros like you to deliver unmatched care and compassion. Our innovative, research-based curriculum and cozy, home-like environments are the gold standard in early education—and you’ll be part of the magic!
Our schools are filled with lively, talented folks who are all about child development and teamwork. We love open communication, both in our schools and with our corporate team, and we’re dedicated to a work-life balance that keeps you energized and inspired. Join us, and we’ll have your back every step of the way!
Epic Perks for Full-Time Superstars
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Competitive Pay: Get rewarded for your enthusiasm!
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Pay Range: $15.36- $19.97
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On-Demand Pay with UKG Wallet: Access your earnings whenever you need them.
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50% Childcare Tuition Discount: Family-friendly perks for you!
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401(k) with Employer Match: Build your future while shaping theirs.
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Comprehensive Benefits: Paid time off (grows with seniority), paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and more!
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Growth Opportunities: Educational and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and paid CDA.
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Pet Insurance: Because your pets are family too!
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Company-Paid Life Insurance: We’ve got you covered.Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees only.
Job Description
Who We’re Looking For
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Meets all state preschool teacher assistant requirements
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Super flexible and ready to jump in during business hours
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Bonus points for experience as a teacher assistant or in a licensed daycare
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A big heart for infants and a passion for their growth
Your Exciting Role
As anInfant Teacher Assistant, you’ll be a key player in creating a joyful, nurturing environment for our youngest learners. Here’s what you’ll be up to:
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Embrace the Mission: Align with Cadence Education’s philosophy and team up to foster a positive, engaging learning space.
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Celebrate Tiny Moments: Document and share those heart-melting daily milestones with parents.
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Team Up for Fun: Collaborate with passionate educators to deliver a lively, age-appropriate curriculum that sparks curiosity.
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Follow Their Lead: Tune into kids’ interests, keep them safe, and level up their play with language, toys, and activities.
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Be a Social Star: Model and encourage age-appropriate social behaviors that set kids up for success.
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Plan the Party: Share ideas for a balanced daily schedule packed with variety—quiet and active moments, indoor and outdoor fun, plus fine and gross motor activities.
Why Cadence Education?
We’re a leader in early childhood education, running over 340 preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With 30+ years of expertise, we’re experts at preparing kids for their next big steps. Join our vibrant, supportive community, and let’s create unforgettable moments together!
Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Ready to dive into this heartwarming adventure? Apply now and start #LI-Onsite
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Job Location : City
Naperville
Job Location : State/Province
IL
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School BrandCadence Academy Preschool
ID 2026-69352
School Name 958 - Naperville
Position Type Full-Time
Min Salary USD $15.36/Hr.
Max Salary USD $19.97/Hr.
How this job compares
Set against the 1,720 open Early Childhood Educator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 1, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$15.36–19.97/hr
- Illinois median$18–21/hr39 hourly ranges
- US median$18–21/hr1,016 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $17.67/hr, is 9% below the Illinois median midpoint ($19/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Early Childhood Educator hourly ranges in Illinois.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 45 open Early Childhood Educator jobs in Illinois and 1,720 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Illinois
- Bright Horizons18 open
- Cadence Education (this employer)12 open
- Learning Care Group8 open
- Experience
- Early Childhood Educator postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (626 postings).
- Education
- 90 of the 1,720 open Early Childhood Educator jobs (5%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 1, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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