Staff
Each Creative Learning classroom is staffed with a teacher who possesses a degree in Early Childhood Education. The Toddler Teacher is specifically trained for her age group. The teaching assistants and the teachers participate in regular ongoing training in order to stay current with the latest research and the expectations of the area school districts.
Laurie Forcella
Kindergarten
I love to find what is interesting to the children in my class and teach them in a way that will be exciting and fun. I am a facilitator and guide for them. When a child makes a discovery or perfects a skill, I consider it a privilege that I was there to help.
Education/Experience: Early Education
Year Started at Creative Learning: 1993
Kathy Coopersmith
Pre-Kindergarten
In my classroom each day, I use my background in the arts – drawing, painting, music, piano, art history, children’s theater, puppetry and children’s literature to expand each child’s creativity, imagination and self-expression. When I see the children smiling and laughing while I am teaching, I know they are discovering an important lesson… learning is fun.
Education/Experience: Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education with Specialization in Creative Arts
Year Started at Creative Learning: 1981
Rosemary Howell
Two and Three year olds
I believe that children have a natural curiosity and love of learning, and it is my goal to nurture that each day by providing opportunities to explore, discover, and be successful. What I love most about teaching is seeing that sense of pride on a child’s face when they have mastered a new skill – that spark lights up their face when they believe in themselves. I cannot imagine doing anything else.
Education/Experience: Early Childhood Education
Year Started at Creative Learning: 1997
Terri Taylor
Three year olds
Each day I make it a point to greet each child with a “Good Morning,” and a pat on the head, touch on the shoulder or a hug. I feel this sets the tone for a warm and positive day of learning. The energy and enthusiasm of the children is an ongoing reward for me.
Education/Experience: Early Childhood Education
Year Started at Creative Learning: 1989
Mitzi Lauer
Toddlers: 24-36 months
I enjoy following these spontaneous and enthusiastic toddlers to discover their interests and curiosities. I’m always ready and willing to try to new things with them.
Education/Experience: Early Childhood Education
Year Started at Creative Learning: 1986
Rosemary Hornig
Todders: 12-24 months
I provide an environment that is arranged with spaces and materials for children to explore and discover. I believe that children deserve to spend their day in surroundings filled with kindness, caring and love.
Education/Experience: Infant/Toddler Certifications
Year Started at Creative Learning: 1993