ELORA, Lead Teacher, Preschool Room
I have been working at Childspace since September 2022 and have loved my time here so far! In 2020 I received my degree in Conservation and Wildlife Biology from Ohio University, shortly after I moved to State College. I’ve worked with various age groups, at an educational farm, as well as an outdoor school. Currently I spend my time with our 3-5 year olds; I love talking with the children and facilitating child-led learning, especially when it pertains to the natural world. In my spare time I like to spend time with my family and pets. I also enjoy hiking, reading, and crochet.
I have been working at Childspace since September 2022 and have loved my time here so far! In 2020 I received my degree in Conservation and Wildlife Biology from Ohio University, shortly after I moved to State College. I’ve worked with various age groups, at an educational farm, as well as an outdoor school. Currently I spend my time with our 3-5 year olds; I love talking with the children and facilitating child-led learning, especially when it pertains to the natural world. In my spare time I like to spend time with my family and pets. I also enjoy hiking, reading, and crochet.
EMILY, Lead Teacher, Rainbow Room
I have learned so much since beginning my work here in May 2022. It’s amazing to see young children learn and apply new skills everyday. In my free time I enjoy nature, art, and crochet.
I have learned so much since beginning my work here in May 2022. It’s amazing to see young children learn and apply new skills everyday. In my free time I enjoy nature, art, and crochet.
JENNIFER, Assistant Director, Teacher
I have lived in State College for close to 22 years now and am the proud mother of 2 teens, Katie and Lucas.
I received my degree in Early Childhood Education from Lock Haven University, and have also spent quite a bit of time studying Reggio teaching principals, and feel strongly about play based and Reggio-inspired education. I have been teaching for over 20 years, including the time that I spent homeschooling my children.
I love to travel and feel that the education you get from experiencing other places and cultures is priceless.
I have lived in State College for close to 22 years now and am the proud mother of 2 teens, Katie and Lucas.
I received my degree in Early Childhood Education from Lock Haven University, and have also spent quite a bit of time studying Reggio teaching principals, and feel strongly about play based and Reggio-inspired education. I have been teaching for over 20 years, including the time that I spent homeschooling my children.
I love to travel and feel that the education you get from experiencing other places and cultures is priceless.
Katie, Assistant Teacher
Working at Childspace since February 2023 has been more than just a job for me; it's a deeply rewarding experience. Every day I look forward to coming to work and spending time learning and laughing with each child. I have worked in child care for over 6 years and find immense fulfillment in contributing to the unique development of each child, fostering an environment where they can learn, play, and grow into their own unique individuals. I am currently studying psychology at Penn State University, with hopes to become a Child Psychologist. On my free time, I love to read, travel, and spend time outdoors!
Working at Childspace since February 2023 has been more than just a job for me; it's a deeply rewarding experience. Every day I look forward to coming to work and spending time learning and laughing with each child. I have worked in child care for over 6 years and find immense fulfillment in contributing to the unique development of each child, fostering an environment where they can learn, play, and grow into their own unique individuals. I am currently studying psychology at Penn State University, with hopes to become a Child Psychologist. On my free time, I love to read, travel, and spend time outdoors!
KELLY, Owner/Director/Teacher
I have been learning about and working with young children for most of my life, starting as a 10-year-old with a new baby sister, continuing as an undergraduate student, completing a Master’s degree, working in various jobs, and as a mother. I have worked in the profession for over 30 years, as a classroom assistant, classroom teacher, and administrator in childcare centers, an advocate for early childhood teachers and programs, a family childcare home owner, a teacher coach and student teacher supervisor, and a grant writer and grant reviewer for the Office of Head Start.
Because of Childspace's unwavering commitment to playing and loving young children, I was pleased and proud to join the Childspace family in 2014 and appreciate the opportunity to guide this unique program into the future.
--MS Curriculum and Instruction, Early Childhood Education
--BS Human Development and Family Studies, Infant and Early Childhood Option
I have been learning about and working with young children for most of my life, starting as a 10-year-old with a new baby sister, continuing as an undergraduate student, completing a Master’s degree, working in various jobs, and as a mother. I have worked in the profession for over 30 years, as a classroom assistant, classroom teacher, and administrator in childcare centers, an advocate for early childhood teachers and programs, a family childcare home owner, a teacher coach and student teacher supervisor, and a grant writer and grant reviewer for the Office of Head Start.
Because of Childspace's unwavering commitment to playing and loving young children, I was pleased and proud to join the Childspace family in 2014 and appreciate the opportunity to guide this unique program into the future.
--MS Curriculum and Instruction, Early Childhood Education
--BS Human Development and Family Studies, Infant and Early Childhood Option
LINDSAY, Lead Teacher, Butterfly Room
I’ve been working in childcare since 2017, mostly with infants and toddlers, and I currently have a CDA in infant/and toddler development. I love watching the little ones grow and become their own person! Seeing the smile on their face as you enter the room is the most heartwarming thing ever!
Some things I enjoy outside of work include language learning, board games, and walking/ running.
I’ve been working in childcare since 2017, mostly with infants and toddlers, and I currently have a CDA in infant/and toddler development. I love watching the little ones grow and become their own person! Seeing the smile on their face as you enter the room is the most heartwarming thing ever!
Some things I enjoy outside of work include language learning, board games, and walking/ running.
SYNDEY, Assistant Teacher, Rainbow Room
Hello! My name is Sydney and I am a student at Penn State University studying education. I grew up in State College and was raised by my mother, who inspired my love of teaching. I have been working with children ages 6 months and up since I was 15. In my free time, I enjoy reading, gardening, and journaling.
Hello! My name is Sydney and I am a student at Penn State University studying education. I grew up in State College and was raised by my mother, who inspired my love of teaching. I have been working with children ages 6 months and up since I was 15. In my free time, I enjoy reading, gardening, and journaling.
SKYLAR, Assistant Teacher
Hi! I am joining Childspace in January 2024, in my sophomore year of college at Penn State University. I am majoring in print and digital journalism with a minor in architectural studies. I was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where I first experienced the world of childcare. I have been working with children from ages two months to ten years since I was about 15 years old. Although it started as a summer job, working with children has become part of my life and I couldn’t imagine not doing it. My sister, who is 11 years older than me, has two baby girls, so I have had the experience of watching them grow and learn since my freshman year of high school; this added to my love for this type of work. Outside from the work place, I enjoy drawing, creating, dancing, and being surrounded by people all the time. I am looking forward to getting to know you and your babies!
Hi! I am joining Childspace in January 2024, in my sophomore year of college at Penn State University. I am majoring in print and digital journalism with a minor in architectural studies. I was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where I first experienced the world of childcare. I have been working with children from ages two months to ten years since I was about 15 years old. Although it started as a summer job, working with children has become part of my life and I couldn’t imagine not doing it. My sister, who is 11 years older than me, has two baby girls, so I have had the experience of watching them grow and learn since my freshman year of high school; this added to my love for this type of work. Outside from the work place, I enjoy drawing, creating, dancing, and being surrounded by people all the time. I am looking forward to getting to know you and your babies!
Zarghuna, Assistant Teacher
I joined Childspace in November 2023. Each day I learn, unlearn, and grow together with the children, their parents, and the staff. I completed my DPT in 2015 and am currently enrolled in a Masters in Human Movement Science at Concordia University Chicago. I love reading books, making new friends, and taking long quiet walks. My absolute favorite thing is spending time with my wonderful children.
I joined Childspace in November 2023. Each day I learn, unlearn, and grow together with the children, their parents, and the staff. I completed my DPT in 2015 and am currently enrolled in a Masters in Human Movement Science at Concordia University Chicago. I love reading books, making new friends, and taking long quiet walks. My absolute favorite thing is spending time with my wonderful children.