Job detail
Lead Toddler Childcare Teacher
Kids & Company Ltd
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/20/2026
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
$17 - $21 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead toddler childcare teacher will lead classes using an emergent curriculum to support the emotional, cognitive, and physical development of children. They are also responsible for maintaining detailed records and partnering with parents to meet each child's unique needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a cda, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and have documented experience working with children. Additionally, applicants must pass background checks and health assessments.
professional certificateassociate degreebachelor degreeTeamworkCommunicationMentoringEmpathyBilingualLeadershipProblem-solvingRecord keepingChild developmentClassroom managementEarly childhood educationSpecial educationEmergent curriculum
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Professional development
- 401(k) with match
- Childcare discounts
- Daily pay app