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Tena's 24-Hour Child Care

Founded in 2005 with 19 years of experience, Tena’s 24-Hour Child Care offers a creative curriculum with very hands-on learning for children from infancy through 10 years old.

We believe that it is important for a child to have experiences by himself / herself and with other children and adults in a safe, positive, accepting atmosphere where he / she can explore the limits of his environment and his individual abilities.

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care Staff Member

Tena

Tena Kebede stands as the steadfast Director of Tena’s 24-Hour Child Care, a position she has proudly held since 2005. Throughout her tenure, Tena has been instrumental in cultivating a nurturing and enriching environment catering to children aged 0 to 12 years. Her unwavering dedication has been pivotal in the flourishing success of this childcare establishment.

Demonstrating a profound expertise in childcare, Tena has adeptly crafted a haven where children thrive, imbued with safety and stimulation. Her adeptness in curriculum development and meticulous program planning ensures that each child under her care receives a comprehensive and holistic experience.

Tena’s unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of care, coupled with her fervent passion for fostering early childhood development, renders her an indispensable cornerstone of Tena’s 24-Hour Child Care.

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care Staff Member

Iradukunda

My name is Iradukunda Magnifique, and I’m 22 years old. I find joy in maintaining an active lifestyle through workouts, and cherishing moments with my loved ones. Following high school, my educational journey led me to initially attend GVSU before transferring to GRCC, where I embarked on a quest to discern my true calling in life. My professional journey intertwines with my personal history as I find myself employed at Tena’s Daycare. Interestingly, Tena had once been my babysitter when I was merely 7 years old, and now, I find myself in her employ. Through this experience, I’ve come to realize a profound passion for nurturing and guiding children. Working alongside them, I’ve discovered immense satisfaction in contributing to their early developmental stages. In essence, my fascination with working with children stems from the gratification of making a meaningful impact on their lives, fostering their growth, and instilling valuable lessons that will shape their futures.

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care Staff Member

Redi

My name is Redi Slager and I am the assistant director at Tena’s 24 hour daycare. When I’m not researching fun and creative ways to engage with our “littles”, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family. I am 22 years old. After high school I was a missionary with an organization called YWAM, where I learned important life skills and worked on helping the community’s around me. I’ve worked at a daycare pretty much since then. I’ve always had a passion for teaching the creative, curious, and developing minds that we have here. I’m working on getting my degree in education because after multiple years now, I still find every day of my job exciting and rewarding!

Find Out About Our Philosophy

While our center operates programs which are individualized in their goals and objectives, each program forms its specific aims within the context of these principles.

At Tena's 24-Hour Child Care, we believe:

That the home is the most important factor in a child's development. We will always strive to support and complement the family in order to promote the healthy development of children and parents.

That loving, trusting, and respecting each child makes that child capable of loving, trusting, and respecting others.

That needs of children change as they grow; that programs must respond in content and structure by using the best techniques in human development.

That it is important to meet each child's needs for physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth.

That children deserve to have teachers who are capable of caring and whose values enable them to be positive role models.

Children will be accepted regardless of race, creed, national origin, and sex. Read on to view our employee policies and find out about the high standards we hold our staff members to, or contact us to enroll your child today!

Employee Policies

Have a physical signed by a doctor
Must have a TB test done
Complete CPR training every year, and First Aid training every two years
Have Blood-Borne Pathogen training
Complete 10 hours of annual training
Infant and Toddler teachers must have training in safe sleep and shaken baby syndrome
Verification of all professional development and education or training
State of Michigan clearance for any criminal conviction
FIA clearance for child abuse and neglect
Fingerprinted

Get in Touch

We provide day care, preschool, and before and after-school care at market price. Call Tena’s 24-Hour Childcare today!

Our Staff

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care Staff Member

Tena

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care Staff Member

Iradukunda

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care Staff Member

Redi

Find Out About Our Philosophy

At Tena's 24-Hour Child Care, we believe:

That the home is the most important factor in a child's development. We will always strive to support and complement the family in order to promote the healthy development of children and parents.

That loving, trusting, and respecting each child makes that child capable of loving, trusting, and respecting others.

That needs of children change as they grow; that programs must respond in content and structure by using the best techniques in human development.

That it is important to meet each child's needs for physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth.

That children deserve to have teachers who are capable of caring and whose values enable them to be positive role models.

Employee Policies

Get in Touch

1231Drexel Ct NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505

(616) 649-7956

tenasdaycare@gmail.com

Our Staff

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care Staff Member

Tena

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care Staff Member

Iradukunda

Tena's 24-Hour Child Care Staff Member

Redi

Find Out About Our Philosophy

At Tena's 24-Hour Child Care, we believe:

That the home is the most important factor in a child's development. We will always strive to support and complement the family in order to promote the healthy development of children and parents.

That loving, trusting, and respecting each child makes that child capable of loving, trusting, and respecting others.

That needs of children change as they grow; that programs must respond in content and structure by using the best techniques in human development.

That it is important to meet each child's needs for physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth.

That children deserve to have teachers who are capable of caring and whose values enable them to be positive role models.

Employee Policies

Get in Touch

1231Drexel Ct NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505

(616) 649-7956

tenasdaycare@gmail.com

1231Drexel Ct NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505