Full Time Early Childhood Teacher - Kid Country Childcare

Location
Manhattan, Illinois, United States
Employment type
Full-time
Last seen
Oct 15, 2026

About the role

If you're looking for a job where you're actually valued, supported, and get to make a real impact every day, keep reading.

At Kid Country, we don't just work together. We show up for each other through HEART, DEDICATION, SUPPORT, HUMOR, and COMMUNITY.

Hours: Full time, Monday through Friday (40 hours per week)

What You'll Do: ✨ Create a classroom that's fun, welcoming, and full of energy ✨ Plan hands-on, play-based activities that kids love (yes, you can be creative!) ✨ Build real relationships with children, families, and your teaching team ✨ Support each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth with patience and care ✨ Use positive guidance to keep your classroom safe, nurturing, and inclusive

Who You Are: You're at least 19 years old with a high school diploma or GED, and you meet one of the following:

- 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of college credit, including at least 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) in child care or child development, birth to age 6, OR

- 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of college credit, including at least 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) in child care or child development, birth to age 6, plus one year (1,560 hours) of experience in a licensed child care center, nursery school, or kindergarten, OR

- A CDA (Child Development Associate), CCP (Certified Childcare Professional), or Gateways ECE or Infant Toddler Credential Level 3 or higher

You also: 💛 Bring positive energy and a great attitude (this matters more than being perfect) 💛 Are a team player who helps, supports, and shows up 💛 Genuinely care about kids and families 💛 Are reliable and ready to grow

Why You'll Love It Here: 💙 Health, dental, and vision insurance 💙 Free life insurance and free telehealth for your whole household 💙 Paid time off and 9 paid holidays 💙 Paid birthday off 🎉 💙 Mental health days, because burnout isn't the vibe 💙 Simple IRA with employer match 💙 Childcare tuition discount 💙 Paid training, onboarding, and professional development 💙 Perfect attendance stipends and a Loyalty Program that rewards your dedication 💙 A team that feels like family, where your voice matters

✨ If you want a job you're excited to show up for, where your work actually matters and you're part of something bigger, apply today and come see what Kid Country is all about!