Job Description

At Children & Families of Iowa, we’re not your typical childcare center. We’re a place where you get to grow, thrive, and make a difference—while being supported every step of the way.

What’s In It for You?

• Balance & Flexibility – Flexible schedules designed for students and busy professionals, so you can earn while you learn.
• Time for You – 80 hours of vacation after just 90 days + up to 480 hours of paid sick leave.
• Celebrate & Recharge – 8 paid holidays every year.
• Health & Peace of Mind – Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance (with optional extras to fit your needs).
• Your Future Secured – 401k with company match + short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Extra Support – Employee Assistance Program and an Employee Referral Bonus (get rewarded for bringing friends along).

How You’ll Make an Impact (and Feel It Too)

• Spark joy and creativity through fun, engaging activities that help kids heal, learn, and thrive
• Be the trusted adult who helps children—especially those with special needs or past trauma—feel safe, seen, and supported.
• Watch your lesson plans come to life with art, field trips, and hands-on exploration.
• Build lasting bonds while helping kids grow socially, emotionally, and physically.
• Work in a playful, encouraging environment where your ideas matter.
  

Why You’ll Love It Here

You’re not just filling a role—you’re joining a mission. Every day, you’ll leave knowing you made a real difference in a child’s life. And we’ll be right beside you, cheering you on and giving you the tools to succeed.

Be part of something extraordinary. Apply today and start building a career that makes an impact!

Requirements

What You’ll Need to Join Us

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Childcare experience and a love for helping kids grow.
• A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential – or the commitment to earn it within 18 months of starting (we’ll support you along the way!).
• For Early Head Start (ages 6 weeks–36 months), a CDA with Infant/Toddler coursework is required—or the willingness to complete it within the same 18-month timeline.
• An Associate’s degree (AA) in Early Childhood Education or actively working toward one is preferred.