What our team members say:

• “A respectful and appreciative approach in the workplace is very important to me. At Mahalo, a special culture of togetherness is lived every day. For me, this makes my workplace a place where I can truly thrive.” – Iris F.
• “Because I can be myself.” – Kristin R.
• “I especially love that here you can pursue your passions. You always find kids who are excited about it too. I love the variety, the team, and working with the children. I feel safe and seen. The food is really good 😉 I’ve been able to take several training courses and professional development opportunities at Mahalo to advance my career. I’m incredibly grateful for that support.” – Nicole G.
• “Working with children brings me great joy every single day. It’s wonderful to accompany their development, learn alongside them, laugh, and discover new things together. Every situation is different and brings fresh experiences. What I value most is that at my workplace, I’m accepted just as I am. I feel at home there, and my team is incredibly friendly, supportive, and warm-hearted. This positive atmosphere gives me a sense of trust, appreciation, and togetherness, which boosts my motivation and joy in my work even more.” – Esraa A.
• “Working with children brings me immense joy because every situation is unique and full of new experiences. Children have so much to give, and I’m grateful to be part of their lives. At my workplace, I’m accepted with all my strengths and weaknesses, which gives me a deep sense of appreciation and belonging. My team plays a huge role in my personal and professional growth. It’s the diversity, helpfulness, and mutual acceptance that make my workplace a place where I truly feel at ease.” – Upasana G.
• “I’ve been working in Mahalo’s kitchen for many years, and I’ve never seen this place as just a job. When I cook for the children and see their joy, it fills me with happiness. I often ask them about their favorite dishes and try to make them – their beaming faces are the best reward for me. Plus, the warmth and support from my colleagues – both the educators and the administration—have made Mahalo feel like family to me. Mahalo is like a second home.” – DilekT.
• “I love working in our daycare. The team is warm, helpful, and always supportive – you feel welcome right away. It’s especially nice to have such close and friendly collaboration with the parents. The children enrich every day with their openness, curiosity, and joy of discovery. Here, there’s an appreciative and family-like atmosphere where everyone feels at home, whether as an employee, parent, or child.” – Faihaa A.
• “I keep choosing Mahalo because there’s always room for growth and creative opportunities, including a positive culture around mistakes.”
• “I consciously chose to start my training at the Kita am Alex daycare. Here, each child is seen in all their facets, taken seriously, and their needs are truly noticed and respected. I especially appreciate the communication on equal footing—both with the children and within the team. There’s no room for judgment or devaluation; instead, empathy is genuinely lived in everyday pedagogy. Through my own children, I’ve gotten to know many daycares, but I’ve only experienced this level of appreciative and empathetic education here.”
• “I’ve been working at Mahalo for over two years now, at the Kita am Alex, and I feel like I’m part of a second family here. The teamwork is all about mutual support, empathy, and a very human atmosphere – that’s a huge factor for me.”
• “The children are my greatest joy. Their smiles and warm greetings in the morning motivate me to start each day with enthusiasm and fresh ideas to best support their needs. Every day is a learning process: We grow together with the children, marvel at their progress, and share so many happy moments.”
• “The daycare offers diverse and functional spaces that allow us to tailor activities to each child’s individual needs. The management supports us in this and promotes our projects through close collaboration.”
• “Overall, I see the Kita am Alex as a big, warm family where both children and adults feel comfortable and can grow together.”
• “I love working here because I feel at home with my colleagues right away. Working with the children brings me the greatest joy. It’s wonderful to watch their development step by step and guide them along the way. When parents bring their kids to us, it feels like they’re our own—we care for them with so much love and mindfulness.”
• “The management and leadership also treat us with great appreciation: They plan with us, ask for our input, and make decisions as a team. There’s regular check-ins about how we’re doing. I also find the open and flexible activity rooms incredibly enriching. The children have so many options to decide for themselves where and what they want to play. This variety and freedom makes everyday life especially pleasant for both kids and adults.”