We’re Hiring!
First Baptist Child Development Center is looking for full time and part time teachers to join our staff. We are looking for those who have a love and passion for working with children in an uplifting, Christian environment. We offer a generous benefit package and competitive compensation. If you have a desire to share the Love of Christ with children and their families, we invite you to apply.
For more information, contact Kimberly Whitenack at (540) 224-3357, or kwhitenack@firstroanoke.com to inquire about the position.
Please download an application through the button below and email it to cdc@firstroanoke.com to apply.
LEARN ABOUT THE CDC
First Place Preschool serves to care for your child in a safe, loving, fun and comfortable environment for both you and your child. Every week, your preschooler will learn truth from God’s Word through a Bible story, memory verse, and application activities. Each week’s lesson builds upon a foundational truth. Our purpose is to teach children that God made them, that He loves them, and that Jesus wants to be their friend forever!
PROGRAMS AND HOURS:
We are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 to 5:30.
We operate year-round, but we are CLOSED on major holidays.
We provide care for children ages 18 months through 5 years.
We offer a licensed Kindergarten for children who are 5 years of age by October 15th.
Kindergarten hours are from 9 am to 1 pm with before and after care offered if needed.
We have a Summer (School Age) Program for Kindergarten through 3rd Graders that runs June through August.
We offer either a 3 FULL DAY or a 5 FULL DAY option.
The preschool classes use the Wee Learn Curriculum from Lifeway and our Kindergarten class uses the A Beka Book Curriculum from Pensacola Christian College.
CLASSES, ENROLLMENT, AND PRICING:
Fees due upon entrance for 18 months – Pre-K Classes:
- $75 Registration Fee
- $9 Insurance Fee
- $150 Material Fee
- $350 Escrow (Security Deposit)
- First Week’s Tuition
Before a student’s first day, a classroom visit and parent orientation must be completed for our 18 months through Pre-K classes.
A nutritious lunch and a morning and afternoon snack are provided at NO additional cost for our 18 months through Kindergarten classes.
We offer a nice large gym, outdoor playgrounds, and a indoor playground.
There must be a completed application, a current medical and immunization record, and a copy of the birth certificate on file before your child’s start date.
CLASSES:
Bunnies (18-24 months) $185 (NO DISCOUNTS)
Kittens (2’s) $175 FT / $160 PT
Puppies (2 ½’s) $175 FT / $160 PT
Giraffes (3’s) $175 FT / $160 PT
Tigers (3 ½’s) $175 FT / $160 PT
Pandas (Young 4’s) $175 FT / $160 PT
Brown Bears (Pre-K) $175 (NO DISCOUNTS)
Ducks (Pre-K) $175 (NO DISCOUNTS)
Frogs (Pre-K) $175 (NO DISCOUNTS)
There is a multiple child discount available for certain classes upon request.
KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM:
Children must be 5 years old by October 15.
Registration Fee: $185
Monthly for 9am – 1pm students: $375
$175 Weekly if before and after care is needed.
The Kindergarten Program is NOT eligible for any discounts.
SUMMER PROGRAM:
Students must have completed Kindergarten in order to be eligible for this program.
$75 Registration Fee
Activity Fee (Varies Each Summer)
$195 Weekly Tuition
The Summer Program is NOT eligible for any discounts.
Give us a call today at (540) 224-3357 to get a tour scheduled for you and your family to check out our preschool program.
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES:
WEEKLY
Monday through Thursday – First Baptist Academy of Music Academy (additional monthly fee)
Soccer Shots (additional fee per session)
Weekly Cooking and Science Experiences
MONTHLY
Spanish
Chapel
YEARLY
Individual Spring and Fall Pictures
Class Pictures
Graduation Ceremony for Pre-K and Kindergarten Children
Christmas Program for all ages
Muffins for Mom
Donuts for Dad
Spirit Weeks
Ice Cream Truck comes weekly in the Summer Months
Vacation Bible School
CDC Director
Kimberly Whitenack is the Director of First Baptist Child Development Center. She has been on staff with the CDC since August of 2006. During her time at the CDC she has served as anAssistant Teacher, Lead Teacher, Enrollment Coordinator, Assistant Director, and as of February 2020, the Director. Kimberly has grown up in the Roanoke Valley where she attended Roanoke Valley Christian Schools and graduated with her Associates Degree in 2009 from Virginia Western Community College. She is an active member of First Roanoke and often helps with the Children’s Ministry. She has a passion for teaching children and working alongside her staff to ensure a loving, academic, and Christ centered based atmosphere for parents to bring their children. Kimberly lives in the Cave Spring area with her husband, Brian and their 3 children.
