"Jest" for Kids Child Care Center

Only part-time openings available at this time! Send us a message for more information.

Program Type
Family Child Care
License Number
131210

Basics

Background Check
Yes
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Snacks
1 per day
Potty Training
Not Required
Ratio
1:8 teachers to children
Pay Schedules
Monthly and Weekly
Subsidized Care
Accepted
Philosophy
Play-based
Fun Steps Curriculum

Our Teachers

Hi! I’m Rhonda Stubbe, owner and operator of Jest For Kids. I’ve always loved taking care of children since age 11! I took a child care program in high school and that set my mind with what I wanted to do. I went to college for computer programming, but my love of caring for children was always there. After having my own children and not being able to find infant care, I decided to switch gears and do all the schooling, licensing, and open up my own center. I was able to stay home with my girls and I understand the frustration that parents feel when they try to find child care. I think it was so beneficial for me to tell parents, “Hey, I’ve been in your shoes!” and to make sure to provide a place where they can feel comfortable leaving their children when they go to work.

Verified parent feedback and reviews

5.0 (5)
5.0 Overall
5.0 Outdoor Time
5.0 Atmosphere
5.0 Child Communication
5.0 Physical Space
5.0 Program Communication
5.0 Learning Environment
5.0 Provider Interaction

Reviews

5.0 Aug 21, 2024
5.0 Aug 23, 2023
Rhonda is wonderful with my kids! She encourages a learning environment with the younger ones to help prepare them for school!

Philosophy

At Jest for Kids, I know those first 5 years are the most important in a child’s lifetime. At this stage of life, children are like sponges with the highest capability of learning to get them started. I feel that if I can give them that good head start, it will give them such a great perspective for learning when they get to school. I pride myself on working with 2, 3, and 4 years olds. I’ve worked with children who did not have the ability to speak English when they first arrived at my program, but within 3 months they became verbal, speaking with excitement, and learning so much!

Location

Jest For Kids is located centrally in the community. We are close to local parks and the library. We are in walking distance of many field trips - which we hope to continue in the spring!

Rhythm of the Day

  • 7:00am
    Arrival Time + Free Play
  • 8:30am
    Breakfast Time
  • 9:00am
    Preschool Activities (stories, songs, artwork)
  • 10:00am
    Snack Time
  • 10:15am
    Finish Preschool Activities
  • 11:00am
    Table Activities (painting, puzzles)
  • 11:30am
    Lunch Time
  • 12:00pm
    Diaper Changes / Wash Hands
  • 12:30pm
    Prepare for Rest / Nap Time
  • 1:00pm
    Quiet Time
  • 3:00pm
    Wake Up + Toileting
  • 3:15pm
    Afternoon Dinner
  • 3:45pm
    Free Play
  • 5:30pm
    Final Pick Ups and End of Day

2021-2022 Closure Dates

  • May 31st
    Memorial Day
  • July 5th
    Independence Day (observed)
  • Sept 6th
    Labor Day
  • Nov 25th - 26th
    Thanksgiving Break
  • Dec 24th
    Christmas Eve
  • Dec 31st
    New Year's Eve
  • Jan 1st
    New Year's Day
Have questions about the program?
Message the Program Director directly to learn more.
Rhonda Stubbe
Program Director