Top 26 Child care teacher Jobs in Cedar Rapids, Ia

Child Care Lead Teacher - St. Matthew Early Learning Center
TeachIowa —Cedar Rapids, IA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Child Care Lead Teacher - LaSalle Early Learning Center
TeachIowa —Cedar Rapids, IA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Child Care Lead Teacher - St. Pius X Early Learning Center
TeachIowa —Cedar Rapids, IA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Childcare Teacher – All Ages | Fields of Fun Child Care
Fields of Fun Child Care —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $12.50 - $13.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Cleaning
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Site Teacher Before and After School - North Liberty $250 Bonus
KinderCare Learning Companies - Champions —North Liberty, IA
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discount
3d
After School Teacher
Frog Hollow Kid Campus —North Liberty, IA
- $14.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Early Head Start Early Childhood Teacher - Northwest
HACAP —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $21.91 - $26.66 an hour
- Email
- Driver's License
- Criminal background check
- Fingerprint clearance
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Substitute Childcare Teacher (Part-Time)
Waypoint Services For Women Children and Families —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $14.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Caregiving
- Flexible schedule
Lead Teacher at Early Childhood Center (2026-27)
College Community School District —Cedar Rapids, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
Teacher at Maple Grove Elementary School
KinderCare Education —Cedar Rapids, IA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Full Time or Part Time Teacher/Child Care
Multicultural Center —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $11 - $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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11d
Full Time Teacher/Child Care
Multicultural Center —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $11 - $13 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Criminal background check
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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11d
School Age Teacher - Childcare
LaSalle Catholic Early Learning Center Xavier Catholic Schools —Cedar Rapids, IA
- From $15.21 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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1d
School Age Teacher at Early Childhood Center (2026-27)
College Community School District —Cedar Rapids, IA
- Full-time
- Entry level
Teacher at Washington Elementary
KinderCare Education —Mount Vernon, IA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Preschool Teacher
Caring Corner Christian Daycare & Preschool —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $12 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
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Lead Teacher Twos Room
Legacy Early Learning Center —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $13 - $16 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
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5d
Preschool Lead Teacher
Tamarack Discovery School —Iowa City, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Early Head Start Early Childhood Teacher - Coral Ridge
HACAP —Coralville, IA
- $21.91 - $26.66 an hour
- Email
- Driver's License
- Criminal background check
- Fingerprint clearance
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
9d
Teacher at Clear Creek Amana Schools
KinderCare Education —Tiffin, IA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Child Care Lead Teacher - St. Matthew Early Learning Center

TeachIowa
Cedar Rapids, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Confidential information handling
Community relationship building

Full Job Description

Xavier Catholic Schools is seeking full-time Child Care Lead Teachers for St Matthew Early Learning Center! This is a year-round position, working with infant to Pre-K aged children.

Faith & Mission Statement Commitment: Xavier Catholic Schools forms disciples unafraid to follow Jesus Christ. As part of this Christ-centered educational system the ELC Lead Teacher helps build and support a professional culture rooted in Catholic values across all Xavier Schools

As a leader in a Catholic educational system, this position expected to model and promote the mission of forming disciples unafraid to follow Jesus Christ. This position fosters a Christ-centered, respectful, and ethical work environment and upholds Catholic identity through every aspect of their leadership and decision making.

Position Summary: The Child Care Lead Teacher is to provide care for children during their time at the early childhood center and/or preschool. To work in cooperation with the Director/School Administrator, classroom teachers, and other staff to implement activity plans, help set-up activities, and care for the children.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:

Mission, Professionalism, and Work Ethic:

Articulate the mission to employees and other stakeholders and solicit support in realizing the mission
Represent the center in a professional, courteous, and positive manner at all times
Contribute to a professional working environment with an emphasis on respect, confidentiality, and customer service. Refrain from gossiping, criticizing, excessive socializing, and personal phone usage
Accept and respect differences in children, parents, and coworkers
Maintain high standards for quality of work produced, while completing work efficiently
Model appropriate behavior for the children and other staff
Accept direction from director and carry out all requests
Uphold, support, and promote all policies and procedures of the state, Archdiocese, school and center
Be flexible, reliable and willing to accept responsibility
Work toward continuous quality improvement

Family and Community Relations

Serve as the liaison between families and the classroom; act as first point of contact, especially when situations arise
Develop positive relationships with families and staff members, as well as with parishioners and the public
Acknowledge children’s arrival by involving them in activities as they arrive, and their departures by gathering belongings and communicating with parents

Classroom Instruction and Child Development

Follow the daily schedule and implement the day’s lesson plan including: preparing necessary materials and supplies, setting-up learning centers, assisting with general housekeeping tasks, assisting in supervision of children, and preparing daily snacks
Encourage each child’s active participation and facilitate interactions in child care activities
Promote healthy self-esteem by disciplining in a positive and respectful manner
Help children to learn to adapt and cope with real life situations
Help children to develop appropriate habits in such activities as eating, dressing, social skills, play, and napping

Supervision, Behavior, and Safety

Ensure children follow the basic rules of the center
Treat all children fairly and consistently
Maintain a constant watch over assigned children and be aware of their location at all times
Demonstrate calmness in emergency and/or stressful situations and utilize good judgment in determining which matters to refer to the director
Provide basic first aid as needed
Notify lead teacher of all children’s accidents and illnesses

Compliance, Operations, and Work Environment

Maintain required trainings as required by the State of Iowa, DHS, Archdiocese of Dubuque, and the local site
Perform safe and proper operation of equipment, while economizing materials, time and labor
Report safety concerns to the child care director
Arrive promptly at scheduled time and make arrangements for time off
Maintain a clean, organized and presentable work area
Assist with general housekeeping in classrooms and other areas used by the program

Qualifications:

Per DHS, must be 16 years of age
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to families and other employees of the center/preschool
Able to solve minor problems
Attitude of joy and helpfulness
Flexibility with changing priorities and processes
Able to remain calm under pressure while handling common inquiries, complaints, or identifying emergent situations
Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team
Able to be discreet and maintain confidentiality
Practicing Catholic preferred

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PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours, frequent standing, walking, talking, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, sitting, and listening. Lifts and moves items up to 50 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of a childcare role. Employees may be exposed to wet or messy conditions during activities such as outdoor play, art projects, toileting, or meal service. Work may also occur outdoors in varying weather conditions and in environments with elevated noise levels due to group activities and interactions with children. Employees may be required to attend occasional evening meetings and be able to complete computer work assigned related to training, documentation, and parent communication.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

A Faith-Filled Environment: Experience a workplace where you can openly share and grow in your faith with both students and colleagues. Be part of a community that supports and inspires one another in both professional and spiritual growth.
Attractive Salary Package: We offer a competitive salary that rewards your skills and experience.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Stay healthy with our full health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
Generous Paid Time Off: We believe in work-life balance, offering ample paid time off to recharge and take care of what matters most to you.
Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance: Your well-being is our priority—receive peace of mind with our life and LTD insurance options.
401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan, complete with company matching to help you save for tomorrow.

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child care teacher jobs in cedar rapids, ia

Child Care Lead Teacher - St. Matthew Early Learning Center

Child Care Lead Teacher - LaSalle Early Learning Center

Child Care Lead Teacher - St. Pius X Early Learning Center

Childcare Teacher – All Ages | Fields of Fun Child Care

Lead Site Teacher Before and After School - North Liberty $250 Bonus

After School Teacher

Early Head Start Early Childhood Teacher - Northwest

Substitute Childcare Teacher (Part-Time)

Lead Teacher at Early Childhood Center (2026-27)

Teacher at Maple Grove Elementary School

Full Time or Part Time Teacher/Child Care

Full Time Teacher/Child Care

School Age Teacher - Childcare

School Age Teacher at Early Childhood Center (2026-27)

Teacher at Washington Elementary

Preschool Teacher

Lead Teacher Twos Room

Preschool Lead Teacher

Early Head Start Early Childhood Teacher - Coral Ridge

Teacher at Clear Creek Amana Schools

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