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paradise kidz team
At Paradise Kidz Place, we believe in a team-first, family-feel culture. Our environment fosters creativity, growth, and collaboration, ensuring that each team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.
Join us in creating a nurturing and joyful space where children can explore, grow, and develop to their fullest potential.
GET TO KNOW US
At Paradise Kidz Place, children come first, always. We create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally rich environment where every child feels empowered to explore the world around them. Our classrooms are designed to inspire curiosity and learning, guided by a team of dedicated and loving educators.
Founded by Dr. Irma Davis, an early childhood expert with over 25 years of experience, Paradise Kidz Place is rooted in family, faith, and a passion for community. Since opening in 2018, we've been committed to providing a high-quality, child-centered environment in Memphis, TN.
Our team is CPR/First Aid certified and continuously engaged in professional development to stay current with the best practices in early childhood education. We proudly partner with families to ensure each child thrives emotionally, socially, and academically.
MISSION
To provide high-quality childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, offering a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where every child can grow, learn, and thrive.
VISION
We envision a community where every child is empowered to reach their fullest potential and every family is supported in their journey of growth and development.
FAMILY
We treat each child, parent, and team member like family, fostering connections that are grounded in respect, support, and care.
COMMUNICATION
We prioritize clear, transparent, and consistent communication to ensure that families are always informed and involved in their child's development.
CONTRIBUTION
We value the contributions of every team member, encouraging creativity, innovation, and collaboration to achieve our common goals.
RESPONSIBILITY
We take pride in our role as caretakers of children, upholding the highest standards of safety, respect, and professionalism in everything we do.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
We are committed to providing exceptional care and service to both the children we care for and the families we serve.
OUR VALUES
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR TEAM, TOO!
Our teachers and staff are at the heart of everything we do. We recognize the care, energy, patience, and dedication it takes to create meaningful experiences for our little learners each day. That’s why we’re committed to creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, supported, appreciated, and excited to grow with us.
As a member of the Paradise Kidz Place family, you’ll enjoy:
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT PARADISE KIDZ PLACE
CURRENT OPEN POSITION
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We are looking for warm, energetic, and engaging Teachers to join our team! This role is perfect for someone who loves working children ages from 6 weeks to 12 years of age and is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment.
Responsibilities:
✓ Provide loving, attentive care while maintaining a clean, safe space
✓ Plan and lead developmentally appropriate activities to support physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth
✓ Communicate daily with families about routines, milestones, and progress
✓ Observe and document developmental milestones
✓ Follow all health, safety, and safe sleep guidelines
✓ Collaborate with teammates to maintain a positive, supportive classroom environment
Qualifications:
✓ High school diploma required; CDA or Early Childhood degree preferred
✓ Experience working with children in a childcare setting
✓ Passionate, patient, nurturing, and energetic
✓ Strong communication and teamwork skills
✓ CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain
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Paradise Kidz Place is seeking a dependable, safety-focused, and responsible Part-Time Childcare Bus/Van Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong driving record, be punctual and reliable, and enjoy working around children.
Job Responsibilities
Safely transport children to and from local schools and Paradise Kidz Place
Follow assigned morning and afternoon transportation routes and schedules
Ensure children are safely loaded, seated, and unloaded
Conduct required vehicle safety checks before and after routes
Maintain accurate transportation and attendance records
Keep the vehicle clean, organized, and ready for daily transportation
Follow all P.K.P transportation and child-safety procedures
Communicate professionally with parents, school personnel, children, and P.K.P management
Immediately report any vehicle, safety, behavioral, or transportation concerns
Qualifications
Must possess a valid driver's license with a minimum F – For-Hire endorsement
Minimum 1 year of van, bus, or professional driving experience
Must have a safe and dependable driving record
Must be able to pass all required criminal background checks and childcare screenings
Must be dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a consistent schedule
Must demonstrate good judgment and a strong commitment to child safety
Experience transporting children is strongly preferred