Options for Learning Australia

Options for Learning has been serving children and families since 1981. As a nonprofit child care and early learning agency, Options for Learning has been at the forefront of helping families break the cycle of poverty and improve their lives by providing tools to create a positive foundation for school, social and life success.

Options for Learning provides free, low-cost, and affordable child care, early learning, and before- and after-school programs that prepare children ages 0-14 for the challenges of tomorrow. The agency's 1,000 professionals deliver quality programs designed to provide personalized attention for each student in an enriching, caring environment. Options for Learning also offers training, resources, and support to community child care providers to improve the quality of care for the children they serve.

Having grown from a single school-age program to a highly recognized agency that today serves more than 15,000 children, Options for Learning is consistently ranked as a top child care and school-age program provider in California. We operate at more than 90 locations, with more than 290 classrooms, on 60 school campuses throughout the San Gabriel Valley, Whittier, Pomona Valley, and Northeast Los Angeles areas. Additionally, we train and support thousands of child care providers.

NOW HIRING!

It is the dedication and passion of our Options for Learning employees that make this agency one of the most innovative and progressive child development organizations in Southern California. Our 1,000 employees* include site directors, teachers, associate and assistant teachers, aides, enrollment specialists, and maintenance, facilities, accounting, and administrative staff. Options for Learning's Human Resources Department is committed to maintaining the highest level of service to all of these amazing people. It is our goal to treat each employee with respect, professionalism, and the utmost of care. We have an open-door policy and are committed to going the extra mile when addressing our staff’s needs or concerns. *Figures based on typical capacity and normal operating conditions.

Options for Learning prides itself on offering a generous benefits package for both part- and full-time employees, including:

• Paid time off;
• Nine paid holidays per calendar year;
• Medical, dental and vision insurance;
• Basic life insurance;
• Long-term disability;
• Supplemental cancer and accident plans;
• Dependent care and health flexible spending account;
• Employee assistance program;
• Supplemental life insurance;
• Legal assistance plan;
• 403(b) retirement savings (with employer match AND 2% contribution from agency regardless of employee's contribution);
• Access to credit union;
• Annual fitness reimbursement;
• Bereavement time off;
• Jury/witness duty leave;
• Free SmartDollar financial wellness program;
• Skechers DIRECT discount program;
• Employee referral bonus;
• Discounts for gym memberships, movie tickets, Verizon, L.A. County Fair, amusement parks, and much more.

"Working for Options is a rewarding experience where you are encouraged to learn, be creative and express yourself in your work. It is an experience like no other, and the prize is inspiring our youth, and witnessing their growth." — Diana, lead teacher, Enrichment Program

"I love Options for Learning! I love it because I feel welcomed! My position has given me great experience and knowledge. You know that feeling people get every Sunday night when you know the weekend is over and you have to go to work tomorrow? Yeah, I don’t get that feeling!"— Priscilla, meal monitor, State Preschool

"Working for Options has given me the opportunity to grow professionally as a teacher.  Here at Options for Learning, we work as a team to help children succeed and make a difference in their lives. I also have the opportunity to work with different communities." — Alba, teacher, Head Start Pasadena

"I started working at Options for learning as an assistant teacher and am now a site director at a large site. I am making more money and am closer to home."  Linda, site director, Surround Care

Mission statement

Options for Learning is a leader in preparing children and supporting families for life success through innovative, quality child development programs.

Vision

All children will achieve their potential.

Values

• Respect, integrity, accountability;
• Professionalism;
• Advocacy;
• Right to access quality education;
• A great place for children and employees to work, learn, and succeed;
• Personal rapport between staff and families;
• Serving a culturally and economically diverse community;
• Innovative and creative contributions to our field.