Our Teachers

Our teachers blend the highest education standards with nurturing care to help foster well-rounded child development.

Careers

If you want to help shape the hearts and minds of young children in a fun, nurturing environment, we’d love to have you work with us! We’re always looking for great teachers to join our family.

Check Out Our Job Listings

Warm, Nurturing & Highly Trusted

Learning happens best in a warm and nurturing environment, which is why our teachers take the time to make sure your little one feels safe and cared for every day to help them develop a lifelong love of learning. 

Expertise & Skills

Our caring teachers are highly experienced in the best methods to support your child with teachable moments of exploration, discovery and learning each and every day. 

  •  Denise

    Denise

    Owner
    With a background in business, Denise built this school based on two principles: recruit and retain the best talent and service the customer. This has resulted in a great teaching team who focus on the care and education of their students and a great administrative team who focus on faculty and families.
  •  Devon

    Devon

    Executive Director of Operations
    Devon is our Center and Infant/Toddler Director and oversees operations for both schools. She has her Bachelor's Degree in Speech Pathology from University of Nevada, Reno. She is native to Boulder City, NV and has lived in Reno since 2011. Devon is passionate about creating a space where our students feel welcomed and safe and our parent's always feel that she cares about their experience while in the building.
  •  Kailey

    Kailey

    Executive Director of Education
    Kailey is the Education Director for our school. She has her Bachelor’s degree in Integrated Elementary Education with an emphasis in English Language Acquisition from The University of Nevada, Reno. She is native to Reno. Kailey is passionate about education, curriculum and child development.
  •  Kaylene

    Kaylene

    Brand Ambassador - Somersett and Mae Anne
    Kaylene is one of our school directors and directly oversees all parent events, purchasing, school events, social media and marketing efforts. She has her Bachelor's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Nevada, Reno. She is native to Orangevale, CA and has lived in Reno since 2011. Kaylene is passionate about creating experiences for our school and our families that promote connectivity and relationship building between parents and students.
  •  Shawna

    Shawna

    Director, Somersett
    Shawna is one of our directors and is the coordinator for our toddler programs. She holds her Child Development Associate in Infant/Toddler from Council for Professional Development. She is native to Orange County, CA and has lived in Reno since 2013. Shawna is passionate about the time that is spent outside as a parent and a teacher.
  •  Erin

    Erin

    Asst. Director - Somersett and Mae Anne
    Erin has her Bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Addiction Treatment Services from University of Nevada, Reno. She is native to Reno. Erin is passionate about creating a great place for our teachers to work and a school that is nurturing and inviting to our families.
  •  Kathy

    Kathy

    Infant Coordinator and Lead Teacher
    Kathy obtained her Child Development Associate in 2011 through Childcare Education Institute. Kathy is native to Michigan and has been in Reno since 2019. She is passionate about helping children’s language develop and flourish.
  •  Pia

    Pia

    Lead Teacher, Baby Blue
    Pia has her Child Development Associate in Infant/Toddler and Preschool. Pia is native to the Philippines and has lived in Reno, NV since 2018. Pia is passionate about teaching because she loves being around children and hopes that her role in Early Childhood Education will help impact their lives for the better of future society.
  •  Winnie

    Winnie

    Lead Teacher, Baby Blue
    Winnie has her Bachelor’s in Kinesiology, University of Nevada Reno, 2021 She is native to Reno,NV. Winnie is passionate about teaching because she finds it to be fulfilling to watch children grow and learn. She enjoys making a difference in their lives while spreading positivity.
  •  Charis

    Charis

    Lead Teacher, Mint
    Charis is native to Indiana and has lived in Reno, NV for three years. She is passionate about teaching because she enjoys watching children excel in their educational journey.
  •  Juana

    Juana

    Assistant Teacher, Mint
    Juana is finishing her Early Childhood credits at Allan Hancock Community College and will be transferring to a 4 year university to obtain her Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. She is passionate about teaching because she enjoys being apart of children's beginning stages for development. Juana also values building relationships with each child and building on their interests.
  •  Aubree

    Aubree

    Lead Teacher, Petal Pink
    Aubree is native to Reno, NV. She is passionate about working with kids and wants to share her sunshine with others. She is completing her Child Development Associate credential.
  •  Heather

    Heather

    Lead Teacher, Plum
    Heather has her Bachelors degree in Child Development from Humboldt State University. She is native to Fortuna, CA and has lived in Reno since 2014. Heather is passionate about teaching because she loves seeing children's natural love for learning and experiencing the joy they bring to everyday life.
  •  Christina

    Christina

    Lead Teacher, Sage
    Christina has her Bachelors degree in Physical Anthropology with a minor in Art History from Cal Poly. In 2020 she received her infant/toddler Child Development Associate. She is native to Katy, Texas and moved to Reno in 2020. Christina is passionate about building relationships with her students and helping them grow. She loves to help her students express themselves through art.
  •  Ciara

    Ciara

    Lead Teacher, Navy Blue
    Ciara has her Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from University of Nevada, Reno. She is native to Las Vegas and has lived in Reno for 5 years. Ciara is passionate about teaching because she loves interacting with young children, watching them grow and overcome obstacles, achieve milestones, and develop into their own person.
  •  Constance

    Constance

    Lead Teacher, Tangerine
    Constance holds her bachelor degree in Speech Therapy from Abilene Christian University, class os 2016. She is native to Singapore and has lived in Reno since 2019.Constance is passionate about working with children because she enjoys watching them develop and grasp concepts. She enjoys that lightbulb moment. She finds is fascinating to see these little humans flourish in their own ways and being a part of the process.
  •  Kailey

    Kailey

    Lead Teacher, Evergreen
    Kailey has her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Arizona State University, 2023 She is native to Reno, NV. Ms. Kailey is passionate about teaching because she enjoys leaving a positive influence on children’s growth and learning.
  •  Brecken

    Brecken

    Two's Coordinator & Lead Teacher
    Brecken has his Bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Studies from University of Nevada, Reno. He is native to Auburn, CA and has lived in Reno since 2018. Brecken is passionate about teaching because of the "ah ha" moments that happens when a kiddo just "gets" it. It could be as simple as being able to put on their own shoe or as complex as learning how to spell their name. That moment when the "lightbulb" turns on and they get so excited that all their hard work has paid off is what it's all about for him!
  •  Montserrath

    Montserrath

    Lead Teacher - Lemon Yellow
    Monse has achieved her Associate’s in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelors in Human Development and Family Science at the University of Nevada, Reno. Starting this fall, Monse will be pursuing her Master's Degree in Elementary Counseling. She is native to Reno. Monse is passionate about teaching because she loves building connections with the kids.
  •  Torri

    Torri

    Preschool Coordinator & Lead Teacher
    Torri has her Master's degree in Early Childhood Education with a specialization in Diversity from National University. She is native to Folsom, CA and has lived in Reno since 2017. Torri is passionate about teaching because she can make learning fun by providing creative and engaging activities on an everyday basis.
  •  Lilly

    Lilly

    Lead Teacher, Royal
    Lilly has lived in Reno, NV her whole life. She is passionate about teaching because she loves supporting the growth on young minds.
  •  Taylor

    Taylor

    Preschool Coordinator & Lead Teacher
    Taylor has her Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies from University of Nevada, Reno, 2017. She is native to Las Vegas and has lived in Reno since 2019. Taylor is passionate about teaching because she loves watching the children grow and being a part of the development process.
  •  Luke

    Luke

    Assistant Teacher, Ultra Violet
    Luke is native to Austin, Texas and has lived in Reno, NV for 8 years. He is passionate about teaching because he enjoys being apart of children's formative start to education. He believes that this time makes the biggest difference in their lives.
  •  Lauren

    Lauren

    Assistant Teacher, Turquoise
    Lauren is pursuing her degree in Elementary Education. She is native to Truckee, CA and has lived in Reno since 2011 Lauren is passionate about teaching because she loves watching and being a part of kids blossoming into themselves.
  •  Violeta

    Violeta

    Lead Teacher, Lime Green
    Violeta holds her bachelors degree in psychology, a Montessori certification, and a kid's yoga certification. She is native to El Salvador and has lived in Reno since 2018. Violeta is passionate about teaching because she enjoys connecting with many different types of learners, and she loves finding out what motivates each individual.
  •  Emme

    Emme

    Lead Teacher - Kindergarten
    Emme has her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from University of Nevada, Reno, 2023. She is native to Reno. Emme is passionate about teaching because she loves watching kids develop their unique personalities as they grow.
  •  Farron

    Farron

    Secondary Teacher - Kindergarten
    She’s been teaching for two years and loves building relationships with her students. She is native to the bay area and moved to Reno in 2021. Farron is passionate about teaching because she loves to learn from her students as much as she loves to teach them.
  •  Tara

    Tara

    1st/2nd Grade Teacher
    Tara graduated from Sonoma State University in 2013 and United States University in 2023. Having lived in Reno for just 2 months, she is passionate about teaching because she loves witnessing the moment when students truly understand a concept and feel proud of themselves.
  •  Gabriela

    Gabriela

    1st/2nd Grade Assistant
    Gabriela earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in 2023 and is originally from Los Angeles, CA. She has been living in Reno for one year and is passionate about teaching because she loves nurturing each student's unique potential, helping them grow and succeed in their own way.
  •  Chesnee

    Chesnee

    Resource Teacher - Preschool
    Chesnee is majoring in Psychology and Minoring in Substance Abuse. She will graduate in 2025 She is native to Fallon, NV and has lived in Reno for one year. Chesnee is passionate about teaching because she loves getting to see the children grow and learn.
  •  Luke

    Luke

    Resource Teacher
    Luke is native to Truckee, CA and has lived in Reno, NV for two years. He is currently completing his senior year at McQueen High School. He is passionate about teaching because he loves kids and would like to pursue a degree in education.
  •  Spencer

    Spencer

    Resource Teacher - Two's
    Spencer has lived in Reno, NV for 20 years. She enjoys getting the chance to watch children grow. She appreciates childhood development and teaching young learners.
  •  Aurora

    Aurora

    Resource Teacher
    Aurora is currently studying communication studies with the goal of becoming a sports broadcaster or journalist for magazines, set to graduate in Spring 2025. Raised in Reno since the age of 3, she has explored the surrounding towns and developed a love for the community. She has always had a passion for teaching and helping children grow into amazing young people. Even as a child, she believed that all kids deserve the world and are destined for greatness, a belief that continues to inspire her in everything they do.
  •  Ayla

    Ayla

    Resource Teacher
    Ayla will be graduating in 2025 with a degree in Finance from the University of Nevada, Reno. She has lived in Reno, NV for 20 years. Ayla is passionate about teaching because she loves when little ones learn new things and are excited about their accomplishments.
  •  Malaina

    Malaina

    Resource Teacher
    Malaina is a freshman at TMCC, set to graduate in 2028. Born and raised in Carson City, she has lived in Reno for the past few months. She is passionate about teaching because she loves introducing kids to new concepts and watching them grow. Malaina also values engaging in learning in meaningful and impactful ways.
  •  Alyssa

    Alyssa

    Resource Teacher
    Alyssa is native to California and has lived in Reno, NV since 2016. She is passionate about education because she enjoys making school fun and interesting for children.
  •  Jazmin

    Jazmin

    Resource Teacher
    Jazmin has lived in Reno, NV for 19 years. She is passionate about teaching because children are special, innocent, and honest. She believes that children deserve to have a bright education to guide them through life.
  •  Keira

    Keira

    Resource Teacher
    Keira is a senior at McQueen High School in Reno, NV, where she has lived her entire life. She plans to pursue a college education in child neurology, driven by her belief in the importance of nurturing children's needs. Kiera is passionate about creating a fun and positive learning environment, where children can grow and thrive.
  •  Kailee

    Kailee

    Resource Teacher
    Kailee is a pre-nursing student at the University of Nevada, Reno, class of 2026. She has lived in Reno for three years and is passionate about teaching, inspired by her grandmother, who was a teacher and a role model for her. Kailee loves being around kids and cherishes the opportunity to help them grow as individuals. Her dedication to nurturing and guiding young minds reflects her deep admiration for her grandmother's legacy in education.
  •  Mary-Tessa

    Mary-Tessa

    Resource Teacher
    Mary has lived in Reno for four years and is a student at the University of Nevada, Reno, majoring in Elementary Education with an emphasis on English Language Acquisition and Development. She is passionate about teaching because, from a young age, she has witnessed the profound impact it can have on children's lives. Mary believes that teaching youth offers the opportunity to create a better future, and she is eager to make a positive difference in the lives of her students. She is set to graduate in 2026.
  •  Ana

    Ana

    Resource Teacher
    Ana graduated from high school in 2018 and has completed some college. She has lived in Reno for 7 years and is passionate about teaching because it allows her to help children develop skills that will serve them throughout their lives. She loves the bonds she forms with the kids and finds it heartwarming when they’re excited to see her. Ana also enjoys how much she learns while helping to teach them.
  •  Halie

    Halie

    Resource Teacher
    Halie is a senior at Robert McQueen High School and has lived in Reno her whole life. She is passionate about teaching and believes that every child deserves the opportunity to receive a quality education.
  •  Megan

    Megan

    Resource Teacher
    Megan was born and raised in San Diego, CA, and moved to Reno in 2005. She spent nine years working with the Washoe County School District before joining our team. Megan is passionate about helping and teaching the next generation of young people, and she loves making a positive impact in their lives.
X Twitter Facebook Linkedin Email Search Arrow Circle Left Arrow Circle Right Arrow Right Caret Down Location