Join Us At Bluegrass Academy Childcare in Greater Louisville

Around here, team members aren't just staff on a schedule. They're family, and in Kentucky that word means something. If you're looking for a childcare team that treats you the way we treat the little ones in our care, with warmth, respect, and genuine care, you might just be looking for us.

About Bluegrass Academy Childcare

Bluegrass Academy Childcare started in 2004 when Kandi Alvey and Beckie Hoffman opened one center in Louisville with a simple belief: every child deserves a safe, well-nurturing place to learn and grow. More than 20 years later, that belief hasn't budged an inch. We now operate four community-rooted campuses across Jeffersontown, Hurstbourne, and Mt. Washington, and we're proud to say our team has grown right alongside us.

Our educators never carry the weight alone. Every campus has access to visiting nurses, behavioral therapists, and education specialists, so when a child needs extra support, our team has real backup, not just good intentions. We hold a 3-star quality rating in Kentucky, and we invest in our people through ongoing certifications, in-house training, and clear paths to grow, because a team that keeps learning is a team that sticks around.

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Our Mission, Vision, and Values

Our values guide how we treat each other just as much as how we treat the children in our care. After all, nobody wants to work somewhere that doesn't share their idea of doing right by people.

Family

We're a family first, and that means showing up for each other, not just clocking in.

Communication

Clear, honest conversation keeps our team and our families connected.

Contribution

Everyone here has a hand in shaping the experience our children and families receive.

Responsibility

We take ownership, lead when it's needed, and show up as a role model for every child in our care.

Southern Hospitality

We treat every parent, child, and coworker like they just walked into our own home, because around here, that's exactly how it feels.

Benefits Of Working At Bluegrass Academy Childcare

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Our Mission, Vision, and Values

Our values guide how we treat each other just as much as how we treat the children in our care. After all, nobody wants to work somewhere that doesn't share their idea of doing right by people.

Floater

Love a little variety in your workday? 🌟

Bluegrass Academy Childcare is looking for a warm, family-oriented Floater who genuinely loves children and doesn't mind switching gears throughout the day. One hour you're helping the Infant room settle in for naptime, the next you're leading outdoor play with the Preschoolers. If you thrive on keeping busy and building relationships across every age group, this role was made for you.

What We're Looking For

• A real passion for children and educating children of all ages.

• Patience and flexibility, since your day looks a little different every time.

• Prior childcare or classroom experience preferred.

• CPR/First Aid certification a plus (we'll help you get certified if not)..

• A team player who steps in wherever they're needed most.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting lead teachers across Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, and School-Age classrooms.

• Helping run outdoor play, art projects, and daily routines.

• Making sure ratios stay covered so every classroom runs smoothly.

• Building genuine relationships with children and families across the center.

• Jumping in with a smile, no matter which room needs you.

Ready to be the familiar face every classroom is glad to see? 💛 Apply today.

Infant Classroom Teacher

Have a soft spot for the tiniest members of our Bluegrass family? 🍼

We're looking for a nurturing Classroom Teacher to lead our Infant room, where every coo, wobble, and first smile matters. This role is for someone with a genuine love of children who understands that infant care is as much about comfort and connection as it is about learning.

What We're Looking For

• A passion for children and a gentle, attentive approach with infants.

• Experience in infant care or early childhood education preferred.

• Reliability, since routine and consistency mean everything at this age.

• CDA or willingness to work toward one (we provide the training).

• A family-oriented person parents can trust from day one.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading daily routines including feeding, naptime, and diapering with care.

• Planning age-appropriate sensory and developmental activities.

• Keeping families updated with honest, everyday communication.

• Creating a calm, safe, and loving environment for our youngest learners.

• Working alongside our on-site education specialists to support each baby's growth.

Think you're the calm, caring presence our Infant room needs? 🧸 Apply now.

Toddler Classroom Teacher

Ready to keep up with a room full of busy little explorers? 🚼

Bluegrass Academy Childcare is hiring a Classroom Teacher for our Toddler program. Toddlers are curious, fast-moving, and full of big feelings, and we need someone with a genuine love of children who can turn all that energy into everyday learning.

What We're Looking For

• A passion for children and patience for the toddler stage.

• Experience with toddlers or early childhood education preferred.

• Someone family-oriented who builds real trust with parents.

• CDA or willingness to work toward one (training provided).

• Energy to match a classroom that never sits still.

What You'll Be Doing

• Planning hands-on activities that support language, motor skills, and social growth.

• Guiding toddlers through daily routines with warmth and consistency.

• Coordinating weekly themes and classroom curriculum.

• Keeping communication open and transparent with families.

• Helping every child feel safe, seen, and celebrated.

Got the energy and heart this room needs? ⭐ Apply today.

Preschool Classroom Teacher

Got a knack for turning curiosity into learning? 🎨

We're looking for a Classroom Teacher to lead our Preschool program, where children are asking a hundred questions a day and ready to dive into hands-on learning. This role suits someone with a real passion for educating children and the creativity to make every day count.

What We're Looking For

• A genuine love of children and passion for early education.

• Experience leading a preschool classroom preferred.

• CDA or relevant early childhood credential (or working toward one).

• A family-oriented approach that puts parents at ease.

• Creativity for planning activities that keep curious minds engaged.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading classroom curriculum and planning hands-on learning activities.

• Coordinating weekly themes that build early literacy, math, and social skills.

• Keeping parents in the loop through transparent, everyday communication.

• Preparing children for the next step in their learning journey.

• Creating a classroom that feels like a home away from home.

Ready to make Preschool the best part of their day? 🌈 Apply now.

Pre-K Classroom Teacher

Passionate about getting kids kindergarten ready? 🎓

Bluegrass Academy Childcare is hiring a Classroom Teacher for our Pre-K program. This is a big year for our children, and we need someone with a real passion for children and educating children who takes kindergarten readiness seriously while keeping the classroom fun.

What We're Looking For

• A passion for children and strong grasp of kindergarten readiness skills.

• Experience teaching Pre-K or early childhood education preferred.

• CDA or relevant credential (or willingness to work toward one).

• A family-oriented educator who communicates openly with parents.

• Someone organized enough to run a structured, curriculum-driven classroom.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading Pre-K curriculum focused on literacy, early math, and social skills.

• Planning hands-on activities that build confidence ahead of kindergarten.

• Coordinating weekly themes and tracking each child's progress.

• Communicating regularly and honestly with families about milestones.

• Helping every child leave Bluegrass Academy ready for their next big step.

Ready to send this class off to kindergarten with confidence? 📚 Apply today.

School-Age Classroom Teacher

Great with kids who've already got a full day of school behind them? ⚡

We're looking for a Classroom Teacher to lead our School-Age program, supporting children before and after the school day. This role calls for someone with a genuine love of children who can balance homework help, active play, and just letting kids be kids after a long day in the classroom.

What We're Looking For

• A passion for children and comfort working with older, school-age kids.

• Experience in before/after school care or youth programs preferred.

• A family-oriented person whom our parents can rely on at pickup and drop-off.

• CPR/First Aid certification a plus (we'll help you get certified if not).

• Patience for homework time and energy for active play.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supervising homework time and offering hands-on help when needed.

• Planning engaging activities for before and after school hours.

• Coordinating with families on schedules, pickups, and daily updates.

• Creating a welcoming space for children to unwind and be themselves.

• Keeping the classroom feeling like a home away from home.

Ready to be the highlight of their before- and after-school routine? 🌟 Apply now.

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Bluegrass Academy Childcare

Jeffersontown (J-Town)
3830 Ruckriegel Parkway,
Suite 124, Louisville,
KY 40299


Bluegrass Academy Childcare

Hurstbourne
9303 Hurstbourne Park Blvd,
Louisville,
KY 40220


Bluegrass Academy Childcare

Mt. Washington

(North Bardstown Rd)

1196 North Bardstown Road,

Mt. Washington,

KY 40047


Bluegrass Academy Childcare

Mt. Washington

(Village Lane)

142 Village Lane,

Mt. Washington,

KY 40047