Preschool Office Manager

At Kïdo International Preschool
, we’re doing more than opening another school—we’re building a vibrant, innovative learning community from the ground up. As part of our founding team
, you’ll help bring to life a program that blends the best early childhood practices from around the world, creating a truly one-of-a-kind experience for children and families.

Rooted in the Reggio Emilia and Montessori approaches, our environments are thoughtfully designed to spark wonder, nurture independence, and inspire a lifelong love of learning. Joining us at this exciting stage means you’ll have a real voice in shaping the culture, experiences, and traditions that will define our brand-new school.

Come help us create something extraordinary.

As part of the founding team at a brand-new Kïdo school, you’ll play a key role in bringing our community to life. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the excitement of opening a new campus by supporting all sales and marketing events—from initial planning through launch day and beyond—ensuring every prospective family feels welcomed and informed.
• Engage quickly and confidently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks while providing timely responses to parent and staff inquiries.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families, sharing updates through conversations, messaging, and photos that capture each child’s daily experiences and developmental progress.
• Support enrollment excellence by collecting all required paperwork for new families and ensuring full compliance with state licensing regulations.
• Become a school expert
  —develop a strong understanding of our programs, philosophy, and operations so you can confidently communicate our offerings to families.
• Help grow our brand-new school community by supporting marketing efforts, spreading the word about Kïdo, and fostering a warm, connected, and enthusiastic school culture.

• HS Diploma/GED required
• At least 18 years old
• Prior experience in sales and or marketing with preference given to someone with prior experience in preschool enrollment

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, Communications, or related field
• CDA (Child Development Associate Certification)
• Experience in a licensed preschool setting
• Ability to fluently read, write, and speak both Spanish and English (ideal but not required)

Joining Kïdo means becoming part of something special—a people-focused company where your growth, well-being, and success truly matter.

• Competitive salaries and pathways for advancement
• Free preschool tuition for your children ages 18 months–5 years
• Stocked teacher lounge with healthy snacks
• Fully stocked supply cabinet + the ability to request additional materials bi-weekly
• Tuition reimbursement + professional development
• Comprehensive paid training, including two dedicated professional development days when the school closes so we can invest in you
• Smaller student–teacher ratios than state minimums, giving you more time for relationship-building, small groups, and intentional planning
• $500 refer-a-friend bonus after your referral meets required employment milestones

• Your birthday off
  —paid!
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits with generous subsidies
• FREE short-term disability (STD) and life insurance
• Annual bonuses based on your tenure

Discover more About Kïdo by visiting our website at:

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. Kido is an equal opportunity employer.

The pay range for this role is: 19 - 23 USD per hour (River North)