Our Teachers

Mission Statement

The mission of the Children’s Center is to provide a developmentally rich program offeringenhanced learning in a safe and nurturing environment benefitting children, families and thecommunity

Our Teaching Family

Miss Jade

Director

Miss Jade

Years Teaching: 34th year

College: Vanguard & Pacific Oaks

If I wasn’t a teacher, I would: Own a children’s book shop with vintage items & fresh flowers. End Human Trafficking

The best thing about teaching is: Every day is different. Helping children find success in areas they struggle, building on their gifts, rejoicing with families in their child’s victories.

Favorite hobby: Creating beautiful environments with little money, thrift & antique shopping

Miss Kianna

Teacher

Miss Kianna

Years Teaching: 2nd year

College: Cal State Fullerton

If I wasn’t a teacher, I would be a: Child Life Specialist

The best thing about teaching is: Finding that special connection to each child

Favorite hobby: Travelling

Miss Jeannie

Teacher

Miss Jeannie

Years Teaching: 8th year

College: Orange Coast

If I wasn’t a teacher, I would be: Personal Trainer

The best thing about teaching is: To challenge them and share in their learning experience. Watching their amazing creativity. And, just to listen to what they have to say.

Favorite hobby: Working out, water sports & snow skiing

Miss Sonia

Teacher

Miss Sonia

Years Teaching: 7th year

College: Santa Ana

If I wasn’t a teacher, I would be: A Photographer

The best thing about teaching is: Helping a child be successful!

Favorite hobby: Crafting, crocheting

Miss Jen

Teacher

Miss Jen

Years Teaching: 12th year

College: Orange Coast

If I wasn’t a teacher, I would be: A Movie Star

The best thing about teaching is: The kids!

Favorite hobby: Cooking and watching my kids play sports/activities

Miss Perla

Teacher

Miss Perla

Years Teaching: 4th year

College: Santa Ana

If I wasn’t a teacher, I would be: A performer or artist

The best thing about teaching is:
When I teach something new to a child- academic/social/emotional; the love kids give me; memories I’m making with the children.

Favorite hobby: Watching movies/series, crafts

Miss Janelle

Teacher

Miss Janelle

Years Teaching: 8th year

College: Cal State LA

If I wasn’t a teacher, I would:
Own a vineyard farm & raise plants & grapes...or Library Science

The best thing about teaching is:
I love the interactions with young children especially their directness & honesty
Favorite hobby: Playing piano, reading, my roses & plumerias

Miss Bailey

Teacher

Miss Bailey

Years Teaching: 4th year

College: Cal State Long Beach

If I wasn’t a teacher, I would: Be a nurse

The best thing about teaching is: The kids!

Favorite hobby: Going to the river