STAFF & TEACHER DIRECTORY

A B C D E F G H J K L M N O P R S T W Z

Jean Abrams

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Special Education - Teton County

Family Services Coordinator

Lisa Ahlum

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Raccoons Preschool - Lead Teacher

I live in Jackson with my husband, and we love all the outdoor activities this area has to offer. We enjoy exploring the world through frequent camping trips, bike rides and back-country ski days. My passion is for children of all ages, and I believe that each child is unique and wonderful, and has a wealth of potential just waiting to be discovered. I hope to partner with you to track your toddler's growth and development, and to help both you and your toddler with the skills they need to feel confident as they enter into new stages of life.

Gigi Baltes

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Regional Office

Office Manager

Jen Baxter

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Special Education - Teton County

Occupational Therapist

Jan Bernethy

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Special Education - Sublette County

Inclusion Provider

Patti Boyd

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Regional Office

Executive Director

Nanci Brown

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Sublette County - Big Piney

Co-Teacher

Emily Burns

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Ravens Preschool

Teacher's Assistant

Christina Campos

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Head Start - Teacher

I have been working with children at the CLC for 8 years. I have been working at Head Start, Early Head Start, Willow Preschool, and doing Home Visits, currently I am a teacher in the Head Start classrooms. I was born in Bogotá, Colombia and I have been living in Jackson Hole for 12 years. I got married to David E Basye from Jackson, 8 years ago. I used to work as Civil Engineer in Colombia, but I love to work with children, so after I started working with the CLC, I got a Child Development Associate and I am taking College classes towards my AA, and looking into getting a BA and Master in Early Childhood Education. I am happy to be working with a great team of teachers!

Lori Cely

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Hedgehogs (Infants) - Lead Teacher

I am originally from Pennsylvania, and I moved to Jackson about 12 years ago. I have been married for 2 and 1/2 years, and my husband and I enjoy the beauty of life in Jackson Hole together. I am the Lead Infant Teacher here in Rafter J. I have worked with The Children's Learning Center for 9 years. I began working as an Early Head Start teacher with The Learning Center, and after several years, I began working with this department. I love working with young children and infants. I started babysitting at a young age, and I knew I wanted to pursue a career working with children. I continued through high school, and into my college years working in several early childhood centers, and beyond. It has been many years of learning about the different and fascinating ages and stages that young children go through. I am currently studying for my Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Adrienne Coca

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Montessori Preschool

Lead Teacher

Cindy Corona

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Mercill "Floating" Teachers' Assistant

Graciela Corona

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Hedgehogs (Infants) - Teacher's Assistant

I am from Tlaxcala, Mexico where I grew up in a large family always babysitting. I love children and when I first moved to the US in 2007, I knew I would pursue a career working with children. I first came to Jackson, then moved to California, but I was ready to get back to Jackson because I love the quality of life here. I’ve worked at the Children’s Learning Center since moving back to Jackson three years ago. I’m currently in the process of earning my Child Development Associate credential. In addition to studying and working, I have two beautiful girls of my own who keep me busy at home.

Christine Crowley

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Otters (2 to 3 year olds) - Teacher's Assistant

I am very excited to be joining the team at the Children's Learning Center. My educational background is in Human Services, and over the years I've worked with children of all ages from various walks of life. Originally from the east coast, I've made Jackson my home for the past eight years and enjoy all outdoor and cultural offerings that the valley has to offer.

Abby Doria

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Otters (2 to 3 year olds) - Lead Teacher

I grew up in New Canaan, Connecticut and have lived in Jackson Hole for the past three years. I received my Bachelors in Studio Art from New England College, and then went on to complete my Masters in Contemporary Art at The Sotheby’s Institute of Art in New York City. With a strong passion for teaching, I have extensive experience working with children. My first job in Jackson was teaching pre-school; I enjoyed bring art into the classroom every day as a vehicle for learning and growth. I went on to work as a consultant as well as an assistant director for local art galleries. Missing being in a classroom, I accepted opportunities to teach multiple projects for the organization pARTners as well as for the Jackson Hole Art Association; these classes included visual art, creative writing, and art history. I’ve taught from 1st grade to seniors in high school, but feel passionate about the development of toddlers. I believe in a teaching philosophy that focuses on the process over the product.

Tonya Ellison

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Sublette County - Big Piney

Lead Teacher

Robbi Farrow

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Special Education - Teton County

Program Coordinator

Jane Finch

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Mercill

TC Education Co-Director

Cherie Flores

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Early Head Start / Head Start - Data Manager

I was born and raised in this wonderful community of Jackson Hole. When I turned 18, I moved to Minnesota and it is here where I started my life if working with children. I worked in an hourly drop off center and went to night school to receive my Early Childhood Certificate. After nine years, I moved back to Jackson to raise my children closer to my family. I have been working for Children’s Learning Center for a little over seven years. I started out as a co-teacher in one of the infant/toddler programs and then moved into a teaching position for Early Head Start. After three years in Early Head Start, I applied for the Data Manager position for the Head Start programs. I have now been doing this job for three years. I truly enjoy my job due to the wonderful and supportive CLC staff and the ability of getting to know more of our community’s families as we serve them.

Kristin Galloway

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Owls Half-Day Inclusive Preschool

Inclusion Provider

Hitzia Garnica

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Early Head Start - Teacher

I have worked at the Children’s Learning Center for 9 years. I obtained a Child Development Associate for children birth to 3 years old.  I am working on my Associate Degree in Early Childhood. I like to work with families and children and be part of their development.

Brittany Gibeau

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Chiselers (1 to 2 year olds) - Teacher's Assistant

I am from Evergreen, Colorado where I grew up in a close-knit family that enjoys rock climbing, skiing, and mountain biking together. I started babysitting when I was about eleven and knew right away that I had found something I love. I studied psychology and English at Montana State University in Bozeman graduating in the spring of 2010. I moved to Jackson with my now husband right after graduating college and we cannot see ourselves leaving anytime soon!

Camille Gifford

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Special Education - Teton County

Special Education Teacher

Janell Hergert

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Mercill "Floating" Teachers' Assistant

Annel Hernandez

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Early Head Start - Teacher

I have worked for the Children’s Learning Center for 6 years. I like to see the progress that each child obtains during the school year and I enjoy building good relationships with families so that we can work together for their children’s best future. I obtained my CDA certificate in early childhood and I’m currently taking college classes to obtain my Associates Degree.
He trabajado para Children’s Learning Center por 6 años. Me gusta ver el progreso que cada niño obtiene durante el año escolar y construir una buena relación con las familias para poder trabajar juntas para un mejor futuro de sus hijos. Obtuve mi CDA Certificado en infantes/niños y actualmente continúo tomando clases para obtener mi Titulo Técnico.

Sonia Hernandez

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Head Start - Teacher

I have been working for The Learning Center for 8 years. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and hold a CDA for children 0-3 years old. I love to be part of young children’s lives, because they are full of joy and desire to acquire knowledge.

Davey Hough

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Special Education - Teton County

Special Education Director

Bethany Hunter

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Comets (2 to 3 year olds)

Teacher's Assistant

Cheri Johnson

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Sublette County - Pinedale

Lead Teacher

Christy Johnson

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Mercill

Mercill Assistant Manager

Martha Johnson

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Special Education - Teton County

Office Manager

Amy Kallaugher

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Special Education - Teton County

Inclusion Provider

Megan Lally

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Raccoons Preschool - Teacher's Assistant

I am a native of Charlottesville, Virginia and have been living in Jackson since the summer of 2010. I am the assistant teacher for the Raccoons preschool class. I completed my Master's in Art History at the University of Virginia and have worked in early childhood educational programs at a public preschool in Virginia and at the National Museum of Wildlife Art here in Jackson.

Miriam Lenz

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Montessori Preschool

Part Time Teacher's Assistant

Leticia Liera

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Early Head Start / Head Start

Director

Chelsea Linn

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Special Education - Sublette County

Inclusion Provider - Big Piney

Lisa Mason

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Special Education - Sublette County

Family Service Coordinator - Pinedale

Laura Mata

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Special Education - Sublette County

Speech and Language Aide

Dede McDonald

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Special Education - Teton County

Mariana McFarlane

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Early Head Start / Head Start - Program Manager

My name is Mariana McFarlane, and I'm from Mexico City.  I studied Library of Science at the Sciences and Humanities School at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). During my professional Practices at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City, I realized that I really wanted to work closer with children. Then in 2000 I moved to Jackson Hole Wyoming and I started to work at the Children's Learning Center. Right now I'm the Program Manager for the Children's Learning Center Early Head Start and Head Start programs.  I really like to work with children, their families and the teachers. Each child is so unique and the most amazing thing is that we can learn so many things from them. I believe that one of the greatest and simplest tools for teaching and learning is to care and love.

Anne McNulty

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Rafter J Assistant Manager

I am originally from the Chicago, IL area. I grew up in Lake Forest, IL and then attended college at Loyola University New Orleans. After graduation, I stayed in New Orleans and began my teaching career. I started off teaching Kindergarten through 8th grade Spanish at St. Dominic School. I also began to work with Volunteers of America helping out with the New Orleans public schools After-school Activities Program where I coordinated the Pre-Kindergarten activities. In 2008, I received my Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate while volunteer teaching at Orkeeswa School in Monduli, Tanzania. Most recently, I was living in San Jose, Costa Rica where I was teaching English as a Second Language to children and adults. I am very excited to now be a part of the educational community in Jackson!

Sarah Meisner

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Sublette County - Big Piney

Big Piney Site Manager

Heather Menke

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Comets (2 to 3 year olds)

Lead Teacher

Ashley Miller

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Ravens Preschool

Lead Teacher

Crisanto Morales

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Head Start - Bus Driver/Transportation

Why I work with children: I  have worked with the Children's Learning Center for 6 years transporting children. I am an experienced driver and have worked for other companies in town. The best part of my job is working with the teachers as we teach the children to be safe around the bus and help them to be aware of how safe pedestrian behave. I also work with families and have an annual presentation at parent committee meetings and I give all sorts of information related to transportation in town and safety tips. My  credentials are: Certified SAFE DRIVER, PASS (passenger service and safety), Certified Child Restrain Technician and I have a Commercial Driver’s License .
Por que trabajo con los niños:  He estado  trabajando con Children’s Learning Center por 6 años transportando los niños. Tengo experiencia como conductor y he trabajado para otras compañías en este pueblo. La mejor parte de mi trabajo es el trabajar con las maestras y ensenarles a los niños como se deben de comprotar para estar seguros en las calles. También trabajo con las familias y una vez al año les doy toda clase de información relacionada con el transporte en el pueblo y consejos. Mis credenciales son: Certificación de Conductor Seguro, Seguridad y Servicio para el Pasajero, Certificación de Sillas para niños y Licencia Comercial de Vehículos.

Miriam Morillon

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Regional Office

Finance Director

Blanca Moye

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Early Head Start / Head Start - Home Visitor/Health Coordinator

My name is Blanca Moye.  I am US Citizen who was born in Mexico City. I have lived in the Jackson area for 12 years. After completing several workshops regarding nutrition, parenting skills, childhood development, and community needs, I began working as a Parent Educator for the national program “Parents as Teachers.” I am also certificated as a medical translator.  For the last five years I have worked with Early Head Start as the Health Coordinator and Home Visitor for our families.  I am married and have two children.

Linda Nelson

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Special Education - Teton County

Speech/Language Pathologist

Elaina Oliver

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Owls Half-Day Inclusive Preschool

AM Lead Teacher

Mike Ordal

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Rafter J "Floating" Teachers' Assistants - Preschool

Hello, my name is Mike Ordal and I work here at the Learning Center as a floater position. I grew up mostly in Boulder, Colorado, though most of my extended family is from Fargo, North Dakota. I have two sisters, a brother, a mom and dad. I'm proud to say they have all visited me here in Jackson and are super jealous. Growing up I was the oldest, so my parents made me watch my younger siblings. Although it wasn't the greatest time, it helped me become a more knowledgeable teacher. I've been working with kids at the Learning Center a little over a year and a half and have learned quite a bit over that time. I enjoy working with kids because they are all different and much smarter than most people think. They can be very hilarious as well. It feels great to think you can have a positive effect on an up and coming person’s life and that’s the best part of coming to work everyday!

Beronica Oseguera

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Mercill (Infants)

Teacher's Assistant

Emily Palmer

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Rafter J "Floating" Teachers' Assistants - Infant/Toddler Classroom

I grew up in Jackson, and attended the Learning Center when I was in preschool. I have experience working with children in the valley, as well as at a daycare for unwed mothers in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, and helping out with a friend's family in Belgium. Working with children is a passion of mine - I believe they have so much to teach me, and I love helping them explore the world and learn new things.

Chris Philbin

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Early Head Start - Teacher

Why I work with Children: I have worked with children for 9 years. I studied social work and I am now working toward getting my AA in Early Childhood Education. I have experience in working in special education as well as with children with challenging behaviors. I enjoy being part of children’s joys in learning, laughing, and growing helping them along to be a successful part of their community. Credentials: I have my CDA and working on my AA in Early Childhood Education. I plan on continuing my education to get my BA in Early Childhood Education.
Por eso trabajo con los niños: He trabajado con niños de 9 años. Estudié trabajo social y ahora estoy trabajando hacia la obtención de mi AA en educación infantil. Tengo experiencia en trabajo en educación especial, así como con los niños con comportamientos desafiantes. Me gusta ser parte de alegrías infantiles en el aprendizaje, riendo, creciendo y ayudarlos junto a crecer para ser una éxito parte de su comunidad. Credenciales: Tengo mi CDA y trabajo en mi AA en educación infantil. Tengo intención de continuar mi educación para obtener mi BA en educación infantil.

Nicole Philbin

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Head Start - Teacher

I have worked with children for 9 years and have been at Head Start for 3 years.  I am from Jackson and now I live in Victor.  I studied Elementary Education and I have experience working in special education and working with children with challenging behaviors.  I have my Bachelor’s degree from Middlebury College and am currently working on my CDA.  I love making a difference in children’s lives and helping them succeed in school as well as their day-to-day life.
He trabajado con niños por 9 años y he estado trabajando en Head Start por 3 años. Soy de Jackson y estoy viviendo en Victor.  Estudie en la Universidad para Maestra de Educación Primaria y tengo experiencia en educación especial y con niños de comportamiento desafiante.  Tengo una licenciatura de la Universidad de Middlebury.  Actualmente estoy trabajando en mi CDA.  Amo hacer una diferencia en las vidas de los niños y ayudar los a triunfar en la escuela como también en su vida diaria.

Katy Prince

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Sparklers (1 to 2 year olds)

Lead Teacher

Martha Ptasnik

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Sublette County - Pinedale

Education Director in Pinedale

Laura Ramnarine

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Special Education - Sublette County

Speech/Language Pathologist

Lisa Rhyne

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Special Education - Sublette County

Occupational Therapist - Pinedale

Kristin Rivers

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Assistant Cook

Rhonda Salerno

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Early Head Start

Rhonda has been in the field of Education for over thirty years in a variety of capacities, teaching those from early childhood through university level. She holds an elementary teaching certificate in both Michigan and Alaska and has a BA in Education from the University of Michigan with an Early Childhood Endorsement. She has completed her coursework for an MA in Human Development from Pacific Oaks College. Her educational administrative background includes writing curriculum and conducting teacher trainings and in-services as an Education Specialist for the Alaska Department of Education, founding and directing a children’s center serving University student interns, directing a regional Child and Family Resource Center, and providing Early Childhood and Family Consulting. She is the recipient of the Early Childhood Advocate of the Year award from the National Association for the Education of Young Children and served as the local and regional President of NAEYC in Alaska for several years. Her passion lies once again in the classroom with the little ones, their parents and her very capable teaching colleagues.

Sonia Schupp

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Special Education - Sublette County

Occupational Therapist

Jodi Siegfried

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Regional Office - Human Resources/Donor Services

I moved to Jackson from Newport Beach, CA in 2001 to spend a summer between jobs, and decided to stay. I have worked with Children's Learning Center as the Human Resource Director since 2008. I am married to the boyfriend I came to visit, and we have a son named Aaron, who was born in 2005.

Jennifer Stephenson

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Special Education - Sublette County

Special Education Teacher and Program Coordinator

Lee Ann Stout

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Regional Office

Tuition Billing Manager

Jamie Swartzfager

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Sublette County - Pinedale

Co-Teacher

Wendy Tarver

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Special Education - Teton County

Special Education Teacher

Michele Terry

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Montessori Preschool

Teacher's Assistant

Anna Thornock

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Early Head Start - Teacher

My name is Annakarina Thornock, I have lived in Jackson for five years. I am so happy to be able to work with all of you and your wonderful children. I have been working with young children for over eleven years babysitting. I started substitute teaching at the Childrens’ Learning Center two years ago. I discovered that I love being in the classroom and wanted to become an Early Childhood Educator. I am currently pursuing my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education at Central Wyoming College.
Mi nombre es Annakarina Thornock, tengo viviendo en Jackson 5 anos. Me siento contenta el poder trabajar con ustedes y sus hijos maravillosos. He estado trabajando con  niños por más de once años. Empece a trabajar en Children’s Learning Center hace dos anos sustituyendo. Descubri que me gusta estar en el salón  de clase y quise ser educadora. Actualmente estoy estudiando un asociados en  educación de la niñez temprana en la universidad central de Wyoming.

Lisa Watts

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Teton County Education Co-Director

I grew up in Wethersfield, Connecticut and have lived in Jackson for the past 7 years. I have worked for the CLC for two and a half years. My first year was managing the Mercill site. Currently, I am a Co-Education Director, based out of the Rafter J site. I have years of experience working with young children at various camps and teaching ski school. I have masters of environmental education from Antioch New England University. I was a youth program coordinator at Teton Science Schools for 2 years.

Bianca Zoe White

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Special Education - Sublette County

Data Manager

Rachael Williams- Reno

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Chiselers (1 to 2 year olds) - Lead Teacher

My husband and I have recently moved from Billings, MT to Teton County. I have been working with children since I was 14 years old, babysitting for family friends and volunteering for social gatherings. From my time spent babysitting I knew I wanted to pursue a career in Education. I graduated from MSU-Billings with a degree in Political Science, History and Education. I am excited to be working at Children's Learning Center in a toddler room and watching the kids explore every day!

Makenzie Witzgall

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Mercill (Infants)

Lead Teacher

Laura Zepko

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Sparklers (1 to 2 year olds)

Teacher’s Assistant

CONTACT US

Teton County

(307) 733-1616

PO Box 4100, 245 W Gill
Jackson, WY 83001

info@learningcenterwy.org

Pinedale

(307) 367-6306
PO Box 45, 191 S Franklin St.
Pinedale, WY 82941


Big Piney

(307) 276-5415
PO Box 594, 650 Big Piney Dr.
Big Piney, WY 83113