Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Kido, a global network of innovative international nurseries and preschools, is looking for a Bilingual Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teacher at Kido Heights (1307 Yale Street, Houston, Tx 77008 ) who is fluent in both Spanish and English. Kido takes elements from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf Steiner, combines them with beautiful learning spaces and 21st-century technology, and provides customized experiences to children to help them develop their cognitive, social, physical, and creative abilities. The company strives to create a nurturing and safe environment where motivated people can grow and meet the needs of both children and their parents.

As the Bilingual Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teacher at Kido Heights, you will be responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and respectful environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children. You will use your skills as a bilingual teacher to ensure that both Spanish and English speaking children are able to communicate effectively and understand each other. You will also work collaboratively with other teachers and staff members to promote the best interests of children and families.

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children
• Observe and assess individual children's development and progress
• Communicate regularly with families about their children and maintain positive relationships with them
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff members to plan and coordinate activities and curriculum
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities
• Provide a positive role model for children by demonstrating positive behaviors and attitudes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Fluent in Spanish and English
• Knowledge of early childhood development, curriculum, and assessment practices
• Ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for young children
• Good communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with young children, families, and colleagues
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Benefits

Why Choose Kïdo?

• We are people focused, which means as part of our team you’re always at the top of our priority list.
• We offer competitive salaries at all levels, with opportunities for advancement within the company
• Free tuition while you work for your children ages 18 months to 5 years
• $500 refer-a-friend bonus for recommending Kïdo to friends*
• Teacher lounge stocked with healthy snacks for you
• Fully stocked teacher supply closet, with options to order any additional supplies you need bi-weekly
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development - we provide you with all the training you need, and we’ll help you develop a plan to meet your professional goals.
• Annual bonuses based on tenure, after 5 years you get a trip to London to visit our sister schools!

Full time employees ALSO get:

• The day OFF to celebrate your birthday
• 2 weeks of PTO and 1 week of sick time to use for illness/appointments (for a total of 15 days) in your first year
• Paid holidays (9 holidays per year)
• Comprehensive health care, vision and dental - with generous subsidies to make it affordable
• FREE Short term disability (STD) and life insurance - fully paid by the company

*Bonus paid in 2 installments, after your referral is hired and is working for at least 90 days.

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