Infant/Toddler – Lilac Lane, Rose Ridge & Buttercup Boulevard |
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Lead Teacher Kathryn Chinavare is a graduate of the University of Michigan-Dearborn where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. There, she worked in the lab school for nearly three years. Kathryn also has 5 years of experience nannying and also coached the Ladywood High School varsity volleyball team to the state final four in 2016. |
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Teacher Hala Hilmi has a Child Development Associate Credential from Washtenaw Community College. She also has a degree in Accounting from Iraq. Hala had worked with infants and toddlers for 6 years before joining Gretchen’s House in March 2007. In her spare time, Hala enjoys being with her family and traveling. |
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Teacher Kaytlyn Bean spent 4 years in Florida in a Leadership program where she focused on working with children. Kaytlyn is in the process of working towards her certification. She loves to read and do puzzles as well as enjoying traveling and hanging out with her family. |
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Assistant Director and PM Infant Teacher, Heidi Hochrein earned her Elementary Education Degree from the University of Michigan-Dearborn. She is a HighScope Certified teacher who has worked in the field of Early Childhood Education since 2001. Heidi lives in Dexter with her husband, Kurt and daughter Veronica. Heidi loves spending time with her family and friends. Heidi is an avid reader and loves music. Heidi also enjoys spending time in the yard, either working or playing. She loves coffee and is always in search of that “perfect cup.” |
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Lead Teacher Amanda Shukwit graduated from Central Michigan University in August 2015. She has prior experience caring for children in Montessori school, preschool, and after-school programs. Amanda also enjoys helping care for the children of her friends and family. Amanda’s spare time consists of shopping, watching movies and spending time outdoors with friends and family. Amanda is also a sports fan and roots for Redwings hockey, U of M football, and of course, Detroit Tigers baseball! |
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Teacher Jordan Scavone received his Master’s Degree in May of 2016 from Eastern Michigan University in Children’s Literature and Theater for the Young. In his free time he runs an audio drama production company where he writes, directs, produces and does voice-acting. Jordan also enjoys writing children’s picture books. His debut picture book “Might-E” released in October 2015! |
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Teacher Julia Lovejoy |
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Afternoon teacher Chona Vincent was a second grade teacher in the Philippines for 23 years. She graduated with the degree of Bachelor’s in Elementary Education. It is my passion to teach children. It is very rewarding for me to be a part of their development.
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