Giggle & Grow Playcare

This is why mixed age play is so special. The little ones are always watching, learning, and soaking it all in. Then one day, they become the helper, the hand-holder, the friend, the example. 💜

Giggle & Grow Playcare is currently working through the approval process to relocate to our new location on W Kalkaska Rd so we can continue providing reliable childcare for local families.

Unfortunately, there is now a possibility that the required public hearing could be delayed until July due to a publication scheduling issue, despite there still appearing to be enough time remaining to meet the legal notice timeline before the June 10 hearing date.

A delay would also delay the state licensing process for the new location and impact local working families relying on childcare.

If you support timely childcare access for local families, please consider signing and sharing the petition below ❤️

Sign the Petition Help Prevent Childcare Delays for Kalkaska Families

✨ Tired of boring daycare jobs, toxic management, giant classrooms, and feeling burnt out before the day is even over? 😵‍💫

We’re looking for a Lead Teacher to join our cozy, play-based in-home daycare with a fun, supportive team and a genuinely positive work environment 💛✨

Our program is small (but mighty!) Relationship-focused, and feels VERY different from a typical childcare center 🏡🌿

Think:
🤍 cozy atmosphere
🤍 close friendships with coworkers
🤍 fun days with crafts, walks, sensory bins & outdoor play
🤍 supportive management
🤍 less corporate stress
🤍 actually enjoying coming to work 🎨🌞
🤍 unlimited free lattes ☕

We currently have a young, upbeat team and are looking for someone who naturally fits that positive, energetic vibe ✨💕

💰 Pay: $12–$17/hour
✨ Monthly bonuses
🩺 No-cost health insurance through Blue Care Network
🕒 Part-time or full-time options

You’d love this job if you:

🌸 Are naturally good with young kids
🌸 Love creative/play-based environments
🌸 Want coworkers that feel like friends
🌸 Enjoy staying busy and active throughout the day
🌸 Prefer a smaller, more relaxed setting over a large corporate center
🌸 Love things like crafts, playlists, decorating for holidays, sensory play, and cute classroom vibes ☕🪴🎶🎨

✨ What you’ll do:
🧸 Care for and engage with children
🎨 Help plan fun daily activities
💛 Build strong relationships with families
🧼 Keep the environment clean, safe, and welcoming
🤝 Be part of a team that genuinely supports each other

Requirements:
✔️ 18+
✔️ Reliable transportation
✔️ Comfortable around small dogs 🐶
✔️ Childcare experience preferred, but personality, reliability, and work ethic matter most
✔️ CPR/First Aid preferred or willingness to obtain

💌 To apply, message us with:
✨ Your availability
✨ Your experience with children
✨ A little about yourself

We care WAY more about finding the right person than just filling a position!

Huge thank you to our incredible Giggle & Grow families and staff who braved the cold and joined us for the parade today! 💜 Despite the chilly weather, you showed up with smiles, energy, and so much community spirit. It meant so much to have our Giggle & Grow crew represented, and we couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you for helping make today so special for the kiddos and for supporting this little dream of mine. We may have been cold, but our hearts were full! ✨