Welcome to LLKPA Careers
At Laugh & Learn Kindergarten Prep Academy, we believe that great early childhood programs are built by great people. Our educators are safe, lead with kindness, grace, integrity, uplift their teammates, and bring joy and creativity into every classroom moment. If you’re passionate about shaping young minds and being part of a supportive, growth-oriented team, you’ll feel right at home here.
Ms. Paula Neal,
Head of Preschool
As a local children's book author, I write stories that entertain while teaching children about kindness and helping them develop strong social-emotional skills. Now, I'm bringing that same passion for nurturing young minds to the next level with the opening of Laugh & Learn Kindergarten Prep Academy. Inspired by the social-emotional learning themes featured in my children's books, the academy is designed to help young children learn, build self-regulation skills, and grow into kind, confident human beings.
As a graduate of The Ohio State University with more than 30 years of experience in early childhood education, I’ve dedicated my career to creating safe, joyful, and enriching environments for young learners. I’ve served as a Pre-K teacher, administrator, and owner in NAEYC-accredited and GOLD rated centers, always prioritizing children’s well-being, emotional security, and love of learning.
My visit to Reggio Emilia, Italy deeply shaped my philosophy. Inspired by its child-centered approach, I designed our school to feel like a home away from home—a place where children are encouraged to explore their natural talents as artists, scientists, thinkers, and creators.
At LLKPA, I am committed to surrounding your child with educators who lead with compassion, integrity, and emotional intelligence—professionals who are not only highly skilled, but genuinely joyful about their work and devoted to helping children thrive.
“To shorten children’s play is to deny them learning. Play and learning are one in the same.”
Hiring A-Players
Mission
Our mission is to create a social-emotional learning environment where children feel seen, heard, and safe while developing confidence, thriving, and a lifelong love of learning, supported by caring, joyful educators who teach with purpose and creativity.
What Makes LLKPA Different
We are not just a childcare program; we are a social emotional learning community. At LLKPA, you’ll find:
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A compassionate and no-nonsense leader that supports you
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A place where your classroom work is recognized throughout the year
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A culture built on integrity and emotional intelligence
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A team that uplifts one another
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A joyful and creative environment
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Professional growth opportunities
Who Thrives at LLKPA
Our A-Players are:
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Kind, joyful, creative, and passionate about early childhood education
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Trustworthy and dependable
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Emotionally intelligent and compassionate
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Team-oriented and uplifting
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Professional and consistent
If this sounds like you, we want to meet you.
HIRING
Infant-Toddler Teachers: 7:00 to 4:00 & 9:00 to 6:00 Preschool Teacher: 9:00 to 6:00
Support Teacher: 1:00-6:00
Non-smokers, please.
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2-Infant-Toddler Teachers (Birth to 3 Years Old)
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2-Preschool Teachers (Mixed Age 3-5 Years)
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete our LLKPA A-Player Application Process by emailing the required information below to
LLKPAcademy@gmail.com
SPECIAL MESSAGE: Respectfully, if you are unkind, struggle with self-regulation, simply looking for a job, believe early childhood education is glorified babysitting, a chronic childcare hopper, habitually late and call off, regularly request early departures, and need your cellphone/air pods on your person, please do not apply.
1. Application Process: Log on to your OCCRRA/Ohio Professional Registry account.
Under REPORTS, please email copies of:
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Current Pathway Summary
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Profile Training Summary
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BCI & FBI expiration date (copy of JFS1177)
2. Cover Letter Questionnaire (answer all):
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Why do you want to work at Laugh & Learn Kindergarten Prep Academy?
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Describe a time you demonstrated integrity in a challenging situation.
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Are you willing to participate in ongoing professional development?
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Are you comfortable following structured center-wide routines?
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What happens in a successful learning environment?
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What brings you joy in early childhood education?
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How have you built strong emotional connections with children?
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Describe how you personally self-regulate?
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How do you uplift and support your team?
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How do you bring excellence, joy, and creativity into your daily work?
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Describe a creative activity you’ve done with children.
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Are you consistently punctual?
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Do you consistently come to work each week?
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Please state hourly wage request.
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What question(s) do you have for LLKPA?
