Star Trib top 200 workplace award

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 fun. We ‘re committed to fostering a fun, inclusive, engaging workplace which allows staff to thrive personally and professionally.

Our goal is to offer children an environment that promotes self-confidence, self-discovery, social skills, and excitement about learning. By modeling respect, understanding, and patience, we create an environment that will bring out each child’s potential. We are committed to creating a safe, secure and healthy learning environment for children, where they are nurtured by highly experienced, loving and dedicated teachers.

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...