What do teachers say they love being part of the Alphabet Academy team?
Working with friends
Encouraged to teach to the needs of my children
…how nice my co-workers are
Puts a smile on my face
Friendly team
Caring teachers
Positive environment; supportive team
Great bosses, awesome co-workers
Feels like home
My kids make everyday worthwhile
Alphabet Academy is continually searching for talented individuals with a passion for providing nurturing care in a prepared learning environment – Montessori style. We are currently searching for awesome candidates to fill the following full- and part-time positions:
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- Toddler Sud, a mixed age group of younger toddlers 1 ½ to 2 ½ years old; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Pre-Primary, a mixed age group of preschool children 3 ½ to 5 years old; Co-Lead with current lead teacher, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Co-Teacher
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- Alphabet Adventures, a group of school agers Kindergarten and olde
Click on the position title to review the job description and requirements.
All candidates must be at least 16 years of age. Alphabet Academy offers competitive pay and benefits such as paid holidays and vacation time. All candidates must be willing to complete the following pre-employment and training requirements, per DHS regulations:
- Iowa Background Check
- FBI Background Check and fingerprinting
- Pre-employment physical and TB test
- Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Training (2 hours)
- Universal Precautions and Infectious Disease Control Training (1 hour)
- Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and First Aid Certification (6 hours)
- Child Care Essentials (12 hours)
- Annual continuing education each year of employment (10 hours)
Preferred candidates will possess the following:
- Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Training
- Universal Precautions and Infectious Disease Control Training
- Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and First Aid Certification
- Post-secondary education
- Experience working with children in a childcare or educational setting
- Montessori experience