Lead Teacher โ Kidizens
Location: SF Bay Area
Compensation: Starting at $42,000+, depending on experience
Benefits: Flexible schedule (outside of regular class commitments), Paid time off
About Kidizens
At Kidizens, we empower future leadersโone city at a time. Our innovative, project-based educational program uses LEGOยฎ city-building framework to teach children ages 6 to 12 about government, economics, problem-solving, and civic responsibility.
We believe learning should be hands-on, imaginative, and meaningful. Through collaborative city-building projects, kids develop critical thinking, leadership, and social-emotional skills that prepare them for the real world.
The Role: Lead Teacher
Are you passionate about working with children in a creative and educational setting? Do you thrive in a dynamic, project-based learning environment filled with LEGOs and big ideas?
Weโre seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Lead Teacher to facilitate our after-school and homeschool programs across various Bay Area locations (San Mateo, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, San Jose). As a Lead Teacher at Kidizens, you'll guide students through engaging civic, economic, and leadership lessons while they build their own LEGO cities. Youโll act as a mentor, moderator, and creative collaboratorโhelping young learners think critically and make socially responsible decisions.
Responsibilities
Facilitate engaging, project-based lessons using Kidizensโ curriculum
Guide students (ages 6โ11) through collaborative LEGO city-building projects
Foster a fun, creative, and respectful classroom environment
Manage classroom behavior and ensure student safety
Communicate regularly and professionally with parents, team members, and school partners
Assist with marketing, community outreach, and curriculum development as needed
Represent Kidizens professionally and enthusiastically in the community
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelorโs degree (or currently pursuing one) in Education or a related field
Experience working with children in a classroom, camp, or enrichment setting
Strong classroom and behavior management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Basic proficiency with technology
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Preferred:
Associate degree holders with strong experience will also be considered
Passion for civics, leadership, and hands-on learning
Experience with social-emotional learning (SEL) or project-based curriculum
Creative, flexible, energetic, and positive personality
Who Should Apply?
We welcome applications from:
Educators and aspiring teachers
Policy-minded professionals interested in civic education
College students or recent graduates seeking meaningful experience in education
Anyone passionate about inspiring young learners through creativity, leadership, and play
Why Work at Kidizens?
Make a real impact: Help shape the next generation of civic-minded leaders
Work creatively: Use LEGO bricks as a teaching tool to build engagement and imagination
Grow professionally: Gain valuable experience with a unique educational model
Enjoy flexibility: Customize your schedule outside of set class times
Interested?
Apply now - email us at info@kidzzinc.com and help us bring civic learning to lifeโone LEGO city at a time!
Company Description
Want to learn more? Visit our website and learn about what we do! www.kidizens.com