A Great Place to Work

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding career with a company you can grow with? 

At Creative Kids Academy, every day is filled with laughter, learning, and meaningful connections.

We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where educators feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. Our teams collaborate, celebrate successes, and work together to create joyful environments for children and families. Because of this commitment to our team, CKA has been consistently recognized for our exceptional workplace culture and honored as a Top Workplace.

Our teachers play an important role in helping children build confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning. By modeling respect, patience, and kindness, we create classrooms where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.

At CKA, we believe that when teachers feel supported and inspired, children thrive.

Join a team where your work is valued, your growth is supported, and the difference you make every day truly matters.

Workplace Recognition

Star Trib Top workplace 2025

Outstanding Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Packages
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Wellness Days
  • 2 Paid Training Days
  • Paid Time Off Accruing and Available on Day 1
  • Exceptional Child Care Discounts
  • 401K
  • Annual Retention Bonus and Wage Increases
  • Career Advancement and Growth Opportunities – We Often Promote from Within!
  • Meals and Snacks
  • Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, and Yearly Staff Appreciation and Recognition Initiatives
  • Various Bonuses, Reward, and Recognition Programs
  • Ask About Our Unique Life Essentials Program!
  • Mentorship, Training, Professional Development, and Support
  • Annual Staff Holiday Party

Ms. Amber says…

"Out of all the centers I have worked at in the past, Creative Kids Academy is truly unlike anywhere else. From the creative freedom teachers are allowed, to the dedication and support of the leadership team. CKA gives you a family and benevolent feeling, compared to...

Ms. Shawn A. says…

"I have enjoyed working for Creative Kids Academy- Orono, for the last 6 years due to the children and their families. The company gives me freedom to use my creative abilities. Each classroom in our building are quite spacious to do our activities and lessons. I...

Ms. E says…

"I have enjoyed working at Creative Kids Academy located in Orono, Minnesota for almost 5 years and it has been a lot of fun.  The center itself is unique in more ways than one and to have the history of the center up on the wall for everyone to see is amazing.  Some...

Ms. Breanna B. says…

"I like working for Creative Kids Academy because it is small enough to be personable, like family. You're also able to build the necessary connections to children and their families to help the children thrive. Being able to help children thrive and being a huge...

Ms. Kari G. says…

"CKA Orono has been an amazing place to work. Prior to working there, I was a substitute preschool teacher. While working at CKA Orono as a long term sub, I fell in love with the place. The staff were all so open and friendly, the leadership was kind and...
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