Coworking
Childcare
Senior Volunteering
message from the founder
When a woman becomes a mother, her identity changes and priorities shift. We must recalibrate ourselves amongst being a mother, a partner, a professional and all the other roles we hold. When it comes to motherhood and our professional careers, there is no easy solution how to thrive at both at the same time.
With the Heinsch House, I want to blur the line between family and work and offer a concept that combines both in one place so that women can thrive as both a professional and a mom. We offer coworking spaces for working mothers while the little ones are being taken care of in the same building to enable breastfeeding, as well as play and bonding time when desired.
In a multi-generational environment, we together with our senior volunteers focus on playful educational activities and lots of free play following the Montessori pedagogy.
I believe that a concept like this is not only long needed but will empower women and create impactful change in our societies. I am glad you are here!
Selina
motivation
Having a family in the U.S. is pretty much a private affair. Affordable childcare supply and the continuous decline of women in workforce are prevailing issues in the United States, whose government has not yet recognized the importance of guaranteed paid parental leave. It leaves mothers having to return to their full-time job within months or sometimes even weeks after giving birth and miss out on important bonding time with their child. Or, on the other side, women leave their job to be a present mom or because they can’t afford daycare. (On average, an American family pays $1,250 per month on childcare.) Instead of having to decide between either family or career, we want to offer families, especially women, a solution that allows them to thrive at both.
Besides the financial and emotional aspects, we also want to address a mental component. Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, we have learned how important it is to support each other and how damaging isolation can be to our mental health. It is a core value of our concept to not only provide a platform for working moms but to connect communities and bring generations together who would otherwise have minimal interferences in our daily lives. Especially in the city, young parents are often on their own without having their extended family around. Let’s think out of the box and create the ‘grandparenting’ experience through childcare volunteering for seniors.
Finally, remote work and flexible work schedules are not only en vogue but incredibly impactful when it comes to improving work life balance. We are all for it and have designed inviting coworking spaces for working moms not only to connect with peers but also to separate from the daily distractions and stay focused.
Coworking
If you are a working mom who can work remotely and has a child under the age of six, the Heinsch House is for you.
Our coworking space provides an inviting, professional environment where you can be productive and connect with others separate from all the distractions of home and the office.
We offer two open office rooms, one separate office room for meetings and calls, amenities such as high-speed internet, printer, and office equipment, and of course, there is bottomless coffee. We also have a lounge area to socialize, relax or nurse and a free library.
Our Kids Zone is adjacent to the coworking space which allows you to always be within reach of your child. This comes with several benefits such as “gentle weaning” when separating from your child, no compromising on important bonding time during nursing, no pumping necessary, you can join for playtime if you need a break or miss your little one, and lastly but also important, you will save valuable time in Atlanta traffic since no daycare pickup is needed.
We also host events around motherhood, child development, career, community, mental health, fitness, and others. Follow us on Instagram and check our Events section to stay posted!
Your Work Space
Childcare
Age Range O - 5
Groups of 10 children
Staff to child ratio 1:5
Although we follow a general daily schedule to give us all some structure while at the Heinsch House, we emphasize free play and provide space for your child to take initiative and live out their own ideas and strengths. By letting the children take the lead, we encourage curiosity, independence, and creative problem-solving while learning from and respecting each other as part of one group.
When children choose their tasks and shape their experiences themselves, these moments become sustainable learning processes where even the smallest success can be a huge motivator to keep wanting to learn new things. The children will gain confidence in their own abilities, learn that sometimes it can take time and patience to get the result we aim for, and they will develop an optimistic mindset towards new challenges. We, as caretakers, see our role as a guiding anchor who accompany your children during their learning journey. We stress observation over intervention and offering support over doing the task for the child.
Montessori
At the Heinsch House, we follow the Montessori pedagogy which is a pedagogy that is focused on each child’s individuality and the ideal learning environment for it to thrive in. Dr. Maria Montessori (1870-1952) was an Italian anthropologist, psychologist, and pediatrician. It was her life’s work to develop this pedagogy, which is now, more than 100 years later, practiced worldwide. Although Maria Montessori developed numerous materials and models how to implement her pedagogy, it is important to keep in mind that it is not clearly defined what ‘Montessori’ is and what not as it is more a mindset of how we see our children, our role as adults as we accompany them growing up and how to enable them to become the persons they already are.
Some of the main Montessori principles are:
Help me to do it myself – Montessori education emphasizes the importance of fostering a child’s self-confidence and belief in their own abilities.
Environment – The environment is designed to promote independence and self-directed learning, allowing children to make choices and engage in activities that match their individual interests and developmental needs. This allows children to explore and learn at their own pace while fostering their natural curiosity and love for learning.
Heterogenous Groups – While Montessori education stresses independent learning, it also recognizes the value of collaboration and teamwork. Children work in heterogeneous groups, which means they interact with peers of different ages and abilities. This arrangement promotes social skills such as respect, fairness, responsibility, and empathy.
Educators – While allowing the child to take the lead, caregivers serve as guiding anchors and role models, supporting children as they navigate their learning journey. Through carefully chosen tasks and materials, our educators provide opportunities for children to experience success in their learning, which boosts their self-esteem and motivates them to continue exploring and challenging themselves.
"Grandparenting" Volunteers
At the Heinsch House, we offer senior citizens the opportunity to volunteer at our childcare program. Our trained childcare staff works together with senior volunteers so they can engage in activities such as storytelling, arts and crafts, music, gardening, or playtime.
By providing a multi-generational environment, we aim to enable mutual learning experiences between seniors and children. This “grandparenting” concept fosters meaningful relationships between children and seniors and cultivates a sense of community and inclusivity. While our children can learn from their wisdom and enjoy comfort and care, seniors can experience a renewed sense of purpose and maintain a sense of vitality and connection to the younger generation.
Interacting with seniors helps children develop social skills such as empathy, respect, and consideration for others’ needs and perspectives. Due to the lower adult to child ratio, children receive more individualized attention which allows for greater focus on each individual child’s needs, interests, and developmental milestones.
A Comprehensive Background Check is required of every volunteer.
Moms On-site
While the little ones have fun and get to socialize with their peers, their moms work in the adjacent office space. This comes with several benefits such as “gentle weaning” when adjusting to a new environment away from the child’s primary caretaker(s), mom can nurse if desired, and separation time can be reduced according to the family’s needs.
Senior Volunteering
Building bridges across generations is one of our core values.
You might be retired and seek a new meaningful task, you might want to stay physically and mentally active and socialize with other senior volunteers, parents, and children or you simply enjoy being around the little ones and would like to give back. Whatever your reasoning, we would love to have you at the Heinsch House!
We are a start-up located in East Atlanta Village with a revolutionary concept that combines coworking spaces for working mothers, childcare, and senior volunteering. We are a welcoming and inclusive childcare program that provides a nurturing environment for children to learn, grow, and thrive. Our experienced staff creates a supportive space where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and children are empowered to explore their potential. By volunteering with us, you’ll become an integral part of our vibrant community and contribute to building a brighter future for the next generation.
What You'll Do as a Volunteer
Engage in Play and Learning: Share your skills, stories, and knowledge while engaging children in fun and educational activities. Discover new worlds through play, storytelling, arts and crafts, gardening or whatever passion you want to share.
Be a Loving Mentor: Provide guidance, encouragement, and support to the children, fostering their self-esteem and helping them develop essential life skills.
Build Lasting Relationships: Form meaningful connections with the children, their families, and our dedicated team. Your wisdom and presence will be treasured by both the children and the entire Heinsch House community.
Create Joyful Memories: Make each day brighter by bringing smiles, laughter, and love to the little ones. Together, we’ll create precious memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.
Flexible Schedules:
We understand that you may have other commitments, so we offer flexible volunteering schedules. Choose the days and times that work best for you, whether it’s a few hours a week or a regular part-time engagement.
Contact us at info@heinschhouse.com or call (470) 645-3265 to learn more about how you can become a volunteer at the Heinsch House.
Note: We require a Comprehensive Background Check of every volunteer.
What others say...
“I’ve had such a wonderful experience at the Heinsch House thus far! It is conveniently located in the heart of EAV, has clearly delineated child care and work spaces, and provides the perfect space for me to work while knowing that my son is being cared for just a few feet away. ” Sydney B.
“Nestled in EAV, this warm, inviting, and cozy spot was exactly what I needed to get some much needed work done while my child played and was well attended to by Selina, the owner. If you are trying to juggle the work from home life with limited part time childcare, or need pinch-hitting childcare with coworking built in…this is the answer.” Deborah L.
“The Heinsch House was so warm and welcoming! My 2 year old had so much fun playing with the toys and books and other kids, and I felt I could easily go between work and checking in on him as needed! I would recommend this place for any working parent who just needs some extra hands to get a few more hours of work in. It really feels like part of the village we all need!” Abigail B.
about the founder
Born and raised in Germany, Selina graduated from Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University Stuttgart with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Finance. She worked for eight years at one of Germany’s largest banks in the corporate banking sector. With the intention to give her professional pathway a new direction, she left the banking sector in 2018 and went to University of Birmingham in England to pursue a Master’s Degree in Development Politics. On campus, she met her American husband who is the reason why she moved to the U.S. in 2022. She lives with her husband and daughter in Atlanta, Georgia. The name for the Heinsch House derives from her maiden name Heinsch.
“When I left my job at the bank, it was because I wanted to do something more meaningful, something that has a more tangible impact on our society. With the Heinsch House, I am doing exactly that.”
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