Hoboken Kidville Patron to Open New Location in Westfield

Hoboken resident Catharine Wilder isn't just the owner of a Kidville, she's also a satisfied customer.

The mom of two said she's been bringing her children to her nearby Hoboken Kidville, an art and enrichment haven for the preschool set, for several years. Now that she knows both sides of the operation, Wilder is looking forward to opening the doors to her 109 East Broad St. location as early as June. 

When thinking about where to start this kid-friendly venture, Westfield seemed like the perfect location, Wilder said, as there are not a lot of similar facilities in the area. The business owner also noted that she wanted to open the franchise in a location that would be both an easy commute and a great place to live when her young family outgrows their space in Hoboken. 

According to a press release, in addition to offering developmental classes for newborns through six year olds, including Rockin’ Railroad, Run Wiggle Paint & Giggle, My Big Messy Art Class, Big Muscles for Little Babies, Ballet Tea Party, Kidville Gymnasts, Kidville Sports, Camp Kidville and Kidville University (Kidville's Pre-School Alternative Program), Kidville also features an indoor playspace, birthday parties for children up to age nine, and a retail Boutique.

Wilder said though the space is currently undergoing construction, she is eager to begin hiring. Interested applicants can send a resume and cover letter to mayor.westfield@mykidville.com. 

The following is a list of current Kidville job openings:

Birthday Party Coordinator

We are looking for an outgoing, responsible, and motivated individual who wants to work with kids and parents planning children’s birthday parties and help to manage a children’s facility.

The position will require excellent communication skills, organization, creativity and the ability to take a client’s vision and turn it into reality. Must be personable and have outstanding interpersonal skills. The position is both administrative and sales oriented. Candidates will need to learn an extensive product line of classes, birthday party offerings and will need to turn telephone and in-person conversations into sales.

Responsibilities will include the execution of birthday parties, client communication, vendor confirmations, ordering supplies, staff communication and scheduling, party supply inventory, carrying out all Manager-On-Duty responsibilities including opening and closing the facility, and other various facility responsibilities. This is a full-time position with a schedule of Wednesday through Sunday.

Guitarists, Vocalists, Pianists, and Drummers

We are looking for energetic, outgoing, responsible, and fun guitarists, vocalists, pianists, and drummers to form a 4-piece band to perform 45 minute music classes for babies and toddlers! All candidates should be fast learners, team players, and hard workers - with good sense of humor and ability to interact with children and adults in a classroom setting. Competitive salary, tons of fun, flexible hours, and incredible opportunities! Additional work may also be available for children’s birthday parties.

Lead Teacher

The primary functions of the Lead Teacher include: energetically teach classes following all lesson plans; lead groups of young children and their parents/caregivers through different activities; ensure that children are in a comfortable, safe, fun environment; build positive relationships with co-teachers, parents, children, and all Kidville team members; being punctual and prepared for classes; accurately complete all necessary class work and paperwork; attend and participate in professional staff development; managing the teaching staff including interviewing, training, scheduling and coverage; overseeing lesson planning and teaching; establishing good relationships with member families; carrying out all Manager-On-Duty responsibilities including opening and closing the facility; and direct involvement in sales. This is an hourly position. Bachelor's degree required, and a minimum of 5 years experience teaching and working with young children.

Teachers, Dance and Gym Instructors

The primary functions of the Teacher / Instructor include: energetically teach classes following all lesson plans; lead groups of young children and their parents/caregivers through different activities; ensure that children are in a comfortable, safe, fun environment; build positive relationships with co-teachers, parents, children, and all Kidville team members;  being punctual and prepared for classes; accurately complete all necessary class work and paperwork; and attend and participate in professional staff development.  This is an hourly position with flexibility to cover weekends as the facility is open seven days per week.  

For more about Kidville, visit www.kidville.com/westfield.