Date of hire: 2026
My favorite children's books:
Where's My Mom? (Monkey Puzzle - UK version) by Julia Donaldson; A Very Hungry Snake by Tatsuya Miyanishi; Gaston by Kelly DiPucchio
Fun facts about me:
I'm a big kid at heart — I love arts & crafts, learning new things and playing silly games. Recently, I started taking guitar lessons and, while my progress is slow and my fingers hurt, I hope to be able to play some real songs soon.
What do you love the most about teaching/working with little ones?
I love watching each child's transformation over a school year, as they learn new skills, grow in independence and navigate the world around them. It is a joy to celebrate all of the small steps and big steps with the children.
From your perspective, what makes the Children's Center so special?
The staff are experienced long-timers, which reflects a positive, fun and nurturing environment where every person on campus is dedicated to the care and teaching of the children.