Bilingual Lead and Assistant Teachers River North (Spanish/English)

Be a Founding Team Member at Kïdo Chicago – River North!

At Kïdo International Preschool, we’re on a mission to reimagine early childhood education — and we’re bringing that vision to Chicago for the very first time.

As a founding team member at our flagship River North campus, you’ll help shape a school that’s unlike any other. We combine early childhood approaches from around the world, including the creativity of Reggio Emilia, the independence of Montessori, and the innovation of modern educational research, to create joyful, meaningful learning experiences for every child.

This is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to build something from the ground up, make a lasting impact on children and families, and grow alongside a passionate, international team of educators. Join us as we bring our globally inspired model to life in one of Chicago’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Join the Founding Team at Kïdo River North – Chicago’s First Kïdo Campus

Are you looking for a place where your work truly makes a difference?

We’re opening our first Chicago location in the vibrant River North neighborhood and are seeking passionate, dedicated Lead and Assistant Teachers to join our founding team.

Lead Teacher Responsibilities:

• Lead daily lessons using a thoughtfully developed curriculum, with opportunities to contribute your own creative ideas.
• Create a warm, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that supports each child’s development.
• Communicate consistently and thoughtfully with families through daily conversations, messages, and documentation.
• Collaborate with your teaching team to deliver a consistent and high-quality educational experience.

Lead Teacher Minimum Qualifications (Illinois DCFS Standards):

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must meet one of the following:
• • 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) from an accredited college or university, with at least 6 semester hours in early childhood education or child development; OR
  • A current CDA (Child Development Associate) credential and proof of enrollment in college-level coursework; OR
  • An associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field.
• Must be fluent in both Spanish and English (spoken and written).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Assistant Teacher Responsibilities:

• Support the Lead Teacher with classroom preparation, routines, and learning activities.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to provide a safe, engaging environment for children.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and co-workers.
• Be open to coaching and committed to your own professional growth.

Assistant Teacher Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Actively working toward meeting Illinois DCFS Lead Teacher qualifications.
• Must be fluent in both Spanish and English (spoken and written).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Why Join Kïdo?
As a founding team member at Kïdo River North, you’ll have a unique opportunity to help shape a brand-new campus from the ground up. You’ll join a global network of innovative educators committed to excellence, creativity, and inclusion in early childhood education.

Benefits at Kido:

• We are people focused, which means as part of our team you’re always at the top of our priority list.
• Competitive salaries and opportunity for advancement
• Free tuition while you work for your children ages 18 months to 5 years
• Stocked teacher lounge with healthy snacks for you