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Creative Kids Learning Centers

The typical work day in a Creative Kids childcare centre is accepting greeting the children and family in a warm and friendly manner at drop off. Then it’s time for free play until table activities. Table activities are new and rotated regularly to keep it fresh and inviting so the interested children can engage and learn through play. Table activities are followed by Circle. In the years working in childcare, I’ve noticed that circles have been changing. Educators adapt to these adjustments to stay current. After circle its snack time and the children are usually hungry by now. Educators sit and eat with the children modelling and encouraging friendships. After snack it’s time to get outdoors into nature to run and explore. This is followed by lunch then a nap for those who require it. Those who don’t, either stay indoors or go outdoors again for some fresh air. This is followed by last snack, afternoon circle then it’s ‘home time.’  The day’s schedule is adaptable to special field trips or severe weather. At pick up, the parents are greeted and updated on their child’s day. This is where any concerns are communicated. At the end of the day I feel satisfied that I did my best. I go home and review my day thinking, what can I do better next time?
I’ve learned so much from my team and family. They communicate with me on a regular basis about anything they notice that needs attention and I do the same for them in a kind and caring manner. 
Each CK location has a different workplace culture. I’ve worked at 3 in total. What is consistent is that each location’s team and family communicate with each other and collaborate. This is crucial  in the childcare sector and sets the team and family up for success. 
The hardest part of the job is the challenging behaviors. This involves analyzing all variables and finding a method that suits each individual unique child. Everything else usually goes pretty smoothly.
The most enjoyable part of the job is forging friendships with all the young friends, their families, the team and family, and management.

Chilliwack Creative Kids is the place to work. You get support, guidance and acceptance. Children will recieve a fully engaged and happy staff. This centre has great Infant Toddler Staff and Childcare team  who work together to create a child friendly enviroment. Staff are always willing to help each other out and share resources and tips. The resource room is full of great ideas to enhance any childs experience. Staff have enjoyed getting to know all of our famlies as we all came new together. We encourage parents to share their childs culture with us and we love to include a variety of activities so each child gets the experience of the world we live in. If you want to work for a company who believes in their staff this is the place to apply. 
The staff are all excited to have new people jump on board with us. 
Perks are benefits.competetive wages.training .curriculum already created, chance to enhance on child centre practice. Caring management hard working coworkers. I love that everything is already preplanned. And no recreating of curriclum. I enjoy the idea of adding to the room by bringing in items to help children learn and grow. 
The natural yard space caught me immediately. I was super excited to see a yard with Natural wood,rocks and dirt enviroment. Not plastic environnent.
Everybody from The President to Vice Presidents and facility management have made my experience here at creative kids wonderful. 
GO TEAM CHILLIWACK !!!!!!  Number one place to work as a valued Early Childhood Educator and Infant Toddler Educator.  Join Us you will be glad you did.

The culture at CK is chaotic. The walls are bright colours, the floors are yellow and the carpets have too many patterns and words. You constantly have to over-decorate your class. You have to make tons of bulletin boards and create the classroom that is Parent Pleasing only. It felt like we were all so busy making the classroom look nice for the parents, that you couldn't get that much time with the children. About 4 bulletin boards in one class. Also having to create bulletin boards posted all around the centre. They also accept every single family, even without support workers with the family. Mentally tiring.

CONS: 
-Management does what Head Office wants them to do, even if it doesn't work for the children in that classroom,
-Every single CK location is the exact same,
-Constantly having to make new bulletin boards and then have to take them down in a week or two for new ones.,
-Having to bring in your own toys/books every week that you have or have to buy that will not be reimbursed,
-if you don't write your name on the items, CK "owns" them. This is mandatory. "Adding to the environment.",
-Overworked; too much is expected of each person, making everyone stressed,

-A typical day at work: FUN, rewarding, special, exciting

-What I've learned: In 6 years.. there is just too much to count! 
I've grown so much in my personal development as a teacher but as a person too. I have learned skills to help me in my daily life and have no doubt I will continue to learn and grow as time goes on at Creative Kids!

-Management: Professional, Human, Caring, Supportive, Positive, Hard working

-Workplace Culture: I have made friends who I consider like family through this opportunity. I have made long lasting connections with families and experienced things I may never have anywhere else. Training, support, communication, fun outings, team building, meetings and working in our community are just some of the ways we practice positive workplace culture. 

-The hardest part of my job is saying goodbye to families and children when the year is done. It never gets easier!

-The most enjoyable part of my job is everything I've said above. There is never a day that I don't enjoy coming into my center, seeing my coworkers faces and spending a day with my children/families. 
Everything else is really just a perk of the job and this amazing company I work for.

I have been an Early Childhood Educator for 10 years. I have had the opportunity to work at many different places with an array of philosophies and Creative kids has been my favorite place! 

I feel as an Educator that I am given the space and support to truly build relationships with the children and families in my care. I am proud to say that the curriculum we implement is focused on the children and allows me to see them take great strides in their growth and development. This has made me feel so fulfilled knowing that the children are blossoming in our care. 

As a supervisor I have been very supported by the other staff and management which has allowed me to get to a position that I can confidently execute. As a full time working mother it was hard at first to navigate a work life balance but because of the culture and support available to me through creative kids I feel like I am able to be there with my family and also excelling at my job! 

Accepting a position at Creative Kids Learning Centers was a great choice for me and my family and I look forward to more years as part of this company.

I cannot express how much I love working for Creative Kids. I used to work in a different industry where my home/work life balance was often non-existent, with unreachable ownership and management, as well as extremely physical working conditions. When I was injured in an accident, I knew I had to make a change. That's when I found Creative Kids! Since starting with Creative Kids, I have been trained effectively and professionally. My input and opinions have been heard and implemented. Any time I am interested in learning more or expanding my skill set, the management team is supportive and takes the time to ensure you receive quality training. There is a culture that has been developed that makes you feel like you work with all of your friends and family, and you never feel awkward or uncomfortable asking for help. The upper management team, as well as the owner, visit often to talk to staff and to give positive feedback as well as advice on how to deal with any struggles anyone may be facing.

YOU! Want to work here - I have only been working at Creative Kids for about two months now in our new Chilliwack Center. The staff is wonderful, management both Facility and Upper Management as well are wonderful. Curriculum coordinator is helpful with her guidance and care. Management always has an open door policy so they care about you and what is happening to you! The environment is warm and inviting to all in it. We plan so many fun and exciting things for everyone involved. We have a lot of fun! 

The space is absolutely amazing,bright and cheerful. You can tell the love and care that goes in making this and all of the centres. We as ECE educators love what we do and it shows. We take top priority in fostering caring,loving and meaningful relationships with all families and their children. 

If you are looking for a caring,happy,passionate people to work with than Creative Kids is where you want to be to feel valued and respected at. 

I can’t say enough about this Center!! Come and see what we are all about.  It will be the best thing you did!

I have been an ECE for over 8 years and worked in several childcare centres, and am happy to say Creative Kids is a great place of employment! The staff are friendly and supportive, licensing rules & regulations are always followed, and there are some great work perks! Growth opportunities are offered, and further education and knowledge is encouraged amongst the staff. As a full-time employee I am offered a 4 day work week (Chilliwack location), RRSP matching, extended health benefits, bonus “banked” time, and childcare discounts! The company as a whole is organized and professional. Proud to be a CK staff member and would recommend any ECE to check them out. 

I have been working in the childcare room at Newton location for about a year now and it has been absolutely amazing. The programs taught are very engaging for the children each and everyday. The children are always active and engaged in different types of activities prepared by the staff throughout the day. You will certainly be doing a lot of hands on activities and having tons of fun with the children. 

Another thing I would like to mention will be the phenomenal staff at this center. The staff is very welcoming and full of energy each and everyday. You will be greeted with the biggest smile in the morning when you enter the center. You can see how hard the staff work when entering the front doors you will be amazed by how much work is put into decor and amazing art work hung up on the walls done by children.  

Overall, I would definitely recommend working for this incredible daycare!

Creative Kids is a gem in the field of early childhood education & truly my home away from home! A place where you can be the kind of educator you want to be, and be supported and celebrated along the way for it. They have amazing systems in place to support staff, families and children and there is always room to grow. The emphasis on curriculum and knowledge of licensing standards is impressive. Management is wonderful and really tries their very best to make those around them feel happy, content, and respected. The organization as a whole is always learning and evolving and are very transparent along the way; always listening to feedback from their teams. You can tell from the bottom up everyone really cares about the job we are doing collectively- it feels good to be a part of this team. Couldn’t imagine working anywhere else! 

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Early childhood teacher 2 salaries reported	$22.00 per hour
Childcare provider 2 salaries reported	$23.00 per hour
Supervisor 1 salary reported	$24.50 per hour
Bus driver 2 salaries reported	$27.00 per hour
Support worker 1 salary reported	$24.00 per hour

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