Bilingual 18-24 months Assistant Teacher Heights

Kido USA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for ages 18 months–5

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Paid training

Small class sizes

Paid holidays and vacation

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Company-paid short-term disability

Annual tenure bonuses

$500 referral bonuses

Job summary

Kido USA is seeking a passionate Assistant Teacher for our 18–24 Months classroom. The role requires fluent Spanish and English, and a heart for nurturing young learners in a warm, community-driven setting.

You will support hands-on learning, collaborate with the Lead Teacher, and help maintain a safe, inclusive environment that fosters curiosity and confidence in children and families.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in Spanish and English, reading, writing and speaking.
• Experience working with young children in licensed settings is required.
• Minimum age 18 and High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred: CDA or Montessori experience or ECE degree.

Responsibilities

• Support engaging, hands-on learning experiences using curriculum and creativity.
• Provide warm, responsive care and individualized support to children.
• Assist with daily classroom routines, activities, and transitions.
• Build positive relationships with children and families through daily communication.
• Collaborate with Lead Teacher to maintain an inclusive classroom environment.
• Support social, emotional, and early learning development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming classroom.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA Certification

Montessori experience (2–3 years)

Job description

At Kido, we’re reimagining early childhood education with warm, inspiring environments where children—and educators—grow and thrive. We believe in the power of early education to shape confident, curious, and capable young learners.

Guided by our core values of Listen, Learn, Lead, we blend global best practices with a community-driven approach that sparks curiosity, creativity, and confidence every day.

We’re looking for a passionate and caring Assistant Teacher for our 18–24 Months classroom who is fluent in both Spanish and English and ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young children.

Why You’ll Love Working at Kïdo

• Supportive, people-first culture
• Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement
• Free childcare for children ages 18 months–5 years
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development
• Paid training and ongoing education opportunities
• Smaller class sizes for more meaningful teaching time
• Fully stocked classrooms and teacher lounge
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and your birthday off
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Annual tenure bonuses
• $500 referral bonuses

Assistant Teacher Responsibilities

• Support engaging, hands‑on learning experiences using our curriculum and your own creativity
• Provide warm, responsive care and individualized support to children
• Assist with daily classroom routines, activities, and transitions
• Build positive relationships with children and families through daily communication
• Work closely with the Lead Teacher and teaching team to maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, and early learning development
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Experience working with young children in a licensed preschool or childcare setting
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Fluent in Spanish and English, including reading, writing, and speaking

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, or a related field OR
• CDA Certification with 5–10 years of childcare experience OR
• 2–3 years of Montessori experience

Join a team that listens, learns, and leads together every day.

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. Kïdo is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time