Our team isn't just trained and experienced. They're deeply committed. Many are actively pursuing degrees while working full-time, because they believe in doing this work with excellence.
Everything done at Kids Play Today begins here — with decades of research, classroom experience, and an unwavering belief that every child deserves an education that meets them exactly where they are.
Rosie built Kids Play Today from the ground up on one principle: that relationships come first. The curriculum, the training, the routines — all of it flows from that belief. When children feel safe and known, they learn. When families feel connected and informed, children thrive.
Doctorate in Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
35+ years of experience in education, in and out of the classroom
Creator of the KPT Scaffold School model and the Essentials curriculum
Christine oversees the day-to-day rhythm of our programs — ensuring every classroom runs with consistency, care, and the high standards that KPT families count on.
Matthew leads our curriculum implementation and educator development — making sure every learning experience in every classroom is grounded in research and best practice.
Alexa is often the first face families see and the steady presence that keeps everything running smoothly — from enrollment to daily operations and family communication.
The people at Kids Play Today didn't just find a job — they found their purpose. Here's what drives our team every single day.
Our educators take time to truly know each child — their interests, their needs, what makes them light up. That knowledge shapes everything we do.
Many team members are pursuing degrees or certifications — not because they have to, but because they want to do this work as well as it can be done.
Children thrive on stability. Our team shows up — reliably, warmly, and ready — so children always know who to expect and what to look forward to.
This isn't just a workplace. Our team is invested in this community and in the long-term futures of the children they serve — from first steps and beyond.
These are the voices behind the classrooms — the people who arrive early, stay late, and pour themselves into every child in their care.
"Watching a child finally get something — really get it — after weeks of patient practice. That moment is why I come back every single day."
"I'm working toward my degree because I want to understand child development as much as possible. These kids deserve someone who never stops learning."
"Families trust us with the most precious people in their lives. Every morning I think about how I can make that child's day a little better, a little safer."
"The training we do throughout the year keeps me sharp. I'm always learning something new and I bring it back into the classroom the very next day."
Every day our team shows up fully — getting on the floor, reading one more book, celebrating every small win. Here's a glimpse into what that looks like.
Many childcare programs meet the minimum. We hold ourselves to a much higher bar — because the children in our care deserve educators who are always growing.
Child development and developmentally appropriate practice
Supporting diverse learners and children with varying needs
Family communication and partnership strategies
Health, safety, and emergency preparedness
Social-emotional learning and trauma-informed care
Ongoing coursework for those pursuing degrees
The best way to understand our culture is to experience it. Schedule a tour and meet the people who make KPT what it is.
