Executive Director

Years in Trinity County: Since 1986 (officially back since 1990)

Interest in Early Childhood Education & Child Care: Began her education career in 1997, officially became a teacher in 2000. Taught from TK to Adult Education in public schools. Became Montessori certified in 2015 and taught TK and Kindergarten at a Public Montessori School. Founded Kinder Kids Montessori in 2019 to bring Montessori education to early childhood, later expanding to include Infant and Toddler programs. Passionate about providing quality education for children and families.

Experience with This Age Group: 6 years teaching TK and Kindergarten in public schools; 6 years as Founder and Executive Director of Kinder Kids Montessori.

Certifications & Training:

Director’s Permit (State of CA)

Multiple Subject & Single Subject Teaching Credentials

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Master’s Degree in Education and Leadership

Administrative Credential

Montessori Primary Training Certificate (ages 3-6)

CPR/First Aid certified

Training in Teaching Pyramid, PITC (for Infants and Toddlers), and extensive professional development

Hobbies & Interests: Enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, backpacking in the Trinity Alps, and relaxing by the Trinity River. Recently picked up knitting and crocheting.

Additional Information: Prioritizes children's needs and maintains an open-door policy for parents with questions or concerns about their child’s education and development.

Business Manager

Years in Trinity County: 54 years

Interest in Early Childhood Education & Child Care: Works in the office

Experience with This Age Group: Experience with her own children, enjoys working with them

Certifications & Training: CPR/First Aid certified

Hobbies & Interests: Passionate about livestock

Additional Information: Enjoys getting to know parents and children and appreciates working with a kind and dedicated staff.

Assistant Teacher

Years in Trinity County: 50 years

Interest in Early Childhood Education & Child Care: Passionate about caring for children and making a difference in their lives

Experience with This Age Group: 5 years of experience working with children

Certifications & Training: CPR, First Aid, 28 ECE units, Love and Logic training, numerous ECE conferences and training sessions; currently pursuing Montessori certification

Hobbies & Interests: Strongly values her Christianity

Additional Information: Mother of four grown sons and grandmother to three; dedicated to caring for and ensuring the safety of children as if they were her own.

Aid

Years in Trinity County: 4 years

Interest in Early Childhood Education & Child Care: Inspired by having school-age children and previous experience as a nanny.

Experience with This Age Group: Former nanny and mother of two.

Certifications & Training: CPR certified.

Teaching Aide

Years in Trinity County: 6 months

Interest in Early Childhood Education & Child Care: Passionate about children and helping them grow

Experience with This Age Group: Babysitting since age 10, caring for infants and toddlers; later worked with children aged 4-7

Certifications & Training: CPR/First Aid certified for both children and adults; completed 1 ECE course in Lifespan Development

Hobbies & Interests: Enjoys crocheting, painting, coloring, and baking

Cafeteria Specialist

Years in Trinity County: 19 years (lifelong resident)

Interest in Early Childhood Education & Child Care: Wants to teach children proper manners and the importance of healthy eating

Experience with This Age Group: Frequently babysat with her mother

Certifications & Training: CPR certified; currently working on ECE units

Hobbies & Interests: Enjoys reading, working out, and art