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Lead Early Childhood Teacher ( Infant, Toddler, or Twos)

United StatesUnited States·Chicagolead
Education & TrainingEarly Childhood Teacher
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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Plan and facilitate engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences using Kïdo’s rich, easy-to-use curriculum, with plenty of room to incorporate your own creative ideas.

Requirements Summary

Proven experience teaching or working in a licensed preschool, daycare, or childcare setting. Age Requirement: At least 19 years of age (to meet state licensing guidelines for lead roles).

Technical Tools
Education & TrainingEarly Childhood Teacher

At Kïdo, we are redefining early childhood education by blending the world’s most respected philosophies, Reggio Emilia and Montessori, into a modern, globally inspired framework. We build beautifully designed, high-quality centers where children aren't just cared for, but are empowered to lead their own journeys of discovery, independence, and lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

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  • →Competitive Pay: Based on education, ECE credentials, and experience.
  • →Career Growth: Direct pathways for advancement into curriculum specialty or assistant director roles.
  • →Childcare Benefit: Free tuition for your children (18 months–5 years).
  • →Classroom Support: Smaller teacher-to-child ratios than Illinois state requirements to support meaningful interactions and stress-free planning time.
  • →Resources: Fully stocked teacher lounge with healthy snacks and a classroom supply cabinet with bi-weekly ordering options.
  • →Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, comprehensive paid training, and two dedicated school-wide professional development days each year.
  • →Referral Perks: $500 referral bonus when you refer a new team member.
  • Your birthday off!
  • Up to 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) in your first year.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with generous employer contributions.
  • Free short-term disability and life insurance.
  • Annual tenure bonuses.

If you’re a passionate preschool teacher ready to help build and lead a high-quality program from the very beginning, apply today to join our Chicago founding team!

Apply on our website at: https://apply.workable.com/kidoschools/j/E62360A541/

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced fingerprint-based background check. Kido is an equal opportunity employer.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Chicago, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

First seen
September 26, 2026
Last seen
September 26, 2026

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kido-careersLead Early Childhood Teacher ( Infant, Toddler, or Twos)