“I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work at the VAKC as a student intern my senior year at UW-Madison. I was surrounded by the kindest, most passionate, and hardworking staff! The VAKC welcomed me with open arms, and they felt like a family to me. Everyone worked together to provide optimal care for the children. Not only was I grateful for the staff but the amazing families and children I was able to get to know! Working with the children was the highlight to my day as they always brought me joy. Watching the children grow, learn, and form friendships was heartwarming! The VAKC was very understanding and supportive of me and my life outside of work as well which I could not be more appreciative of! I have gained many skills while being at the VAKC and could not recommend a better place to work! ”

“Having worked at VAKC for over a year, I learned so much about working one-on-one with children of all ages, as well as working as a team member with the staff. They made it so easy to thrive as an educator at VAKC , I am so glad to have had the opportunity to work with such an amazing team! The lessons I learned from not only the staff, but the children as well, I will carry with me throughout my life. Thank you VAKC for everything you’ve taught me!”

“VA Kids Center is a little building with a lot of love. It is a home away from home for children and employees alike. Working there for the past two years has been a pleasure. VAKC teachers work as a team to achieve their shared goal of teaching and nurturing the little hearts. I highly recommend joining the VA Kids Center family!”

“I was employed at the VA Kid’s Center from April 2017- August 2018 while completing my Bachelor’s degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  While my time at the VA Kid’s Center was short in duration, the lessons that children, families, and staff taught me will continue to inspire me well into my future.  As a full-time student, I especially appreciated how flexible the VA Kid’s Center was with scheduling my hours.  I found myself looking forward to working and never felt stressed or stranded as an employee because I knew I had a team of strong and supportive individuals behind me at all times.  Ultimately, the children, families, and staff at VA Kids Center became a second family to me during my time in Madison.  I feel so blessed and honored to have been part of the child care team at the VA Kid’s Center.  It was a privilege to watch each child learn, develop, and grow in such an enriched and loving environment. ”