At Just for Kids, our employees have a passion for working with today's youth!
Awarded "Employer of the Year" by both Buffalo State and University at Buffalo, our staff consist of College Students majoring in Education, Art, Counseling, Social Work, and Physical Education, and more. Certified Teachers and Retired Teachers round out our team.
All staff receive a variety of background checks, including fingerprinting, references, and state-required documents. All staff receive a variety of training opportunities throughout the year, both "in-house" and from outside agencies.
Our staff work hard at providing the kids with fun, educational and engaging activities in a safe and nurturing setting, acting as good role models while they "give back" to the WNY community. This provides children with the fundamental skills they need, and helps individuals develop and grow as professionals.
Benefits: because we value our Staff
Just for Kids provides benefits and competitive wages:
- Health Care and Medical Insurance
- Performance, Attendance & Referral Bonuses
- Ongoing Staff Recognition
- Professional Resources and Training
- Advancement Opportunities
- Team Building Opportunities
- Employee Discounts on Childcare
- BAC For Women
- BikeorBar
- Butterfly Wishes Photography
- Lasertron
- Liberty Travel
- Queen City Escape Room
- Six Flags Darien Lake
- West Herr
What Sets Us Apart
- Employer of the Year - Buffalo State (2012) & University at Buffalo (2015)
- Buffalo Business First - Best Places to Work Finalist (2015)
- University at Buffalo Nonprofit Internship Site of the Year (2015)
- Child Care Resource Network - Child Care Provider of the Year (2015)
What Our Staff Have to Say:
What the Kids have to say:
"My counselor, Miss D., helps me every day with my homework assignments. She helps explain the hard to do math problems. She is kind and takes the time to make sure I get it! Plus I have fun doing all the great arts and crafts."
- Mary P., 5th Grade Student, Heim Middle
Volunteering and Internship Opportunities
Available internships for the upcoming Semester:
Marketing - Communications - PR Internship
Volunteers: accepted following reference review, background clearances, and an interview. Please submit regular application above.