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Preschool Teacher / Lead Teacher

O2B Early Education
Edwardsville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026 CLOSED ON 8/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher / Lead Teacher position at O2B Early Education?

O2B Kids – Now Hiring in Illinois!

O2B Kids is part of O2B Early Education, which began in Gainesville, FL, in 1998. Since then, we've expanded across Florida, Georgia, Missouri, Alabama, and Minnesota—with many more locations on the horizon, including several new states.

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of our brand-new Edwardsville, Illinois location, scheduled for August 2025! In addition, we are also opening a center in O'Fallon, Illinois around the same time. You only need to apply once to be considered for both locations.

Given the number of centers in this region, we’d love the opportunity to learn more about you and help determine which position and location best align with your:

  • Location
  • Preferred age group
  • Availability/schedule
  • Experience and credentials

Once you apply, we’ll reach out to schedule an interview and work together to find the best fit for you within our growing team!

Possible Positions

  • Infant Teacher
  • Toddler Teacher
  • Lead Preschool Teacher
  • PreK Lead Teacher
  • School-Age Counselor
  • Receptionist
  • Cafe/Nutrition Specialist

Possible Locations

Please be sure to visit our website, www.o2bkids.com, for specific addresses.

  • Edwardsville Illinois
  • O'Fallon Illinois
  • Many St. Louis Missouri area schools

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Work Monday - Friday for full time employment
  • Execute lesson plans and curriculum
  • Maintain licensing requirements
  • Complete required assessments and observations
  • Talk to parents and help meet their needs
  • Maintain cleanliness in the classroom
  • Have fun!
  • ***These are responsibilities for our most common positions, but will be happy to discuss responsitibilities for less common positions.

Training and experience is preferred, but we are a willing to train and support education through scholarships. There are some positions where specific credentials may be required.

  • CDA, Associates Degree, or higher (preferred but not required)
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Experience working with children 0-13 years-old (preferred but not required)
  • Willing to train!
  • 50% off of preschool or afterschool tuition for full-time employees
  • First four weeks of tuition for two children free at time of hire
  • Monthly incentive bonuses
  • Paid holidays for full-time employees
  • Paid time off for full-time employees
  • Health insurance for full-time employees
  • Dental, Vision, and other voluntary plans for full-time employees
  • Pet Insurance
  • TeleDoc
  • 529 college savings plan
  • Direct deposit and paperless pay checks
  • 401k with a 1% match for qualifying employees
  • Scholarships towards early childhood education credentials
  • Free first aid and CPR training
  • Meals provided during student lunch time
  • Employee snack and coffee station
  • $1,000 employee referral bonus for each referred employee
  • $250 employee referral bonus for each referred student
  • Wage is based on experience, credentials and precise position

To learn more about O2B Kids, visit our website at www.o2bkids.com.

O2B Kids is an equal opportunity employer.

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