Staff

The teachers at Plymouth are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where children can experience a variety of activities, develop skills, and make new friends.
 
Lead teachers are required to have at least 32 credits toward an early childhood/child development associate credential. Many of our staff exceed these requirements. All staff members are required to be trained in CPR and first aid.

We would like you to meet our staff!

Sara T. - Director

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I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from UW-LaCrosse with a minor in Early Childhood Education. I graduated from college in 1994. I truly enjoy working with young children.  I am also the mother of two children. 
 
I love to see the excitement and energy each individual child brings to our Center each and every day. The children's excitement and energy makes me very happy to be a part of their lives.  Over the years I have loved to watch many children become self-sufficient and grow, from taking their own steps to writing their name by themselves. I will continue to strive to help foster individual gains and support them as they go.
Phyllis H. - Assistant Director
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I was employed at Plymouth Children's Center from 2003-2006 as assistant director and have returned in the same position. I have been in the childcare field since 1991. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education and have also taken many college courses in Management. I have always enjoyed working with young children. Seeing them grow and develop gives me great joy. I feel privileged to be a part of such an important field as child care.
Patti O. - Business Manager
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I have been working for Plymouth Children's Center since 1997. I also work full time as Director of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Walworth County. I have been continuing my education through Gateway--Supervisory Management and Accounting. I have two black labs, a 15-year-old cat, a 24-year-old horse, a few chickens, and two kids in college!!

Beth T. - Accounts Manager
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I have taken over another role at Plymouth Children's Center.  Along with opening our Waller school age program every morning, I also take care of our customer accounts and billing.  I have worked at Plymouth since 2000. 

Maria A. - Infants and Toddlers
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I have been an Early Childhood Teacher since 1990 and throughout those years I have gone to workshops, conferences, and in-services to earn my continuing education hours. I earned my Assistant Teacher and Teacher Certificates through Gateway Technical College. I recieved my Infant/Toddler Credential in December 2004 through Gateway and MATC.
Nicole D. - Infants and Toddlers
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I have my Infant/Toddler, Teacher Assistant, and Teacher certificates. I am an Early Childhood teacher because I like to be with kids. They make my days very interesting. Everyday is a memory for me!
Nicole A. - Infants and Toddlers
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I've worked for Plymouth since 2002. I started out as a janitor when in High School and am now working with the infants and toddlers. I've worked with all age groups and enjoyed every experience I've encountered. I now have a little boy, Jonathon, who makes everyday wonderful and exciting!
 
I have my Early Childhood classes, as well as the Infant/Toddler classes. In the summer of 2006, I finished my classes as a Certified Photographer.
Anne R. - Infants and Toddlers

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I am the youngest of four children. I have been in the childcare field since 1989. I love seeing the kids smile at me when they come in and see that I am here. Taking care of a special needs child was most memorable for me. I have my Infant/Toddlers Credential and I plan on furthering my education someday soon.
Meena H. - Infants and Toddlers

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I have been in the Early Childhood field since 2002. I have 2 children and I am the oldest of 10, so I've been around children my entire life.
 
I am currently attending college to earn my Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. Hopefully, I will graduate from this program and continue on to a Bachelor's Degree.
 
I enjoy coming in every morning to see the children's smiling faces, to hear the laughter, and to see their joy of accomplishment. I enjoy working with toddlers most because of the so many new things I can help teach them.
Megan E. - Infants and Toddlers
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I graduated from Wilmont Union High School in 2002. I have my Early Childhood Teacher and Infant/Toddler Certification classes from Gateway Technical College.
 
I love working with children. I love the hugs and kisses I recieve from them everyday. I also have a beautiful daughter of my own named Brianna.
Billie M. - Preschool

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I am a mother of two beautiful children of my own, a son and a daughter. I have had a love for children ever since I can remember, so I know I am in the right field of work. I enjoy watching the children as they grow and knowing that I was a special part of their lives. I recieved my Infant/Toddler Credential in May 2006 and my Associates Degree in Early Childhood in December 2006.
Christen T. - Preschool
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I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psycology from UW-Madison. I have taught all age groups, but have been with preschool since 2002. I am also the mother of a son and a daughter.
 
What I love most about this profession, is seeing a child in grade school and having them remember me being their teacher when they were 3! I also love the relationships I develop with parents.
Wendy O. - Preschool

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I began in this profession over 12 years ago. I have taken Early Childhood classes through Gateway Technical College.  I've worked with all age groups and love them all. It amazes me everyday to see a child learn and grow from the things I've taught them. That has to be "hands down!" the most rewarding part of this job!
Beth T. - School-Age
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I graduated from Tremper high School in 1998 where I obtained my Assistant Teacher certificate. I completed the Teacher course in 2001 from MATC.  Recently, I completed the coursework to become a Center Director.
 
I love working with children and watching them grow!! Everyday is a memory for me.
Diane S. - Food Service Coordinator
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I have been in the early childhood field since 1988. I have taken the Teacher Assistant, Teacher, Infant/Toddler, and School-Age courses.  Now I plan menus and prepare the meals at the Center.  I keep current with licensing and CACFP guidelines and trainings for our food program.
 
I enjoy being with the children everyday and watching them grow.
Chris S. - Preschool
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I graduated from UW-LaCrosse in 1975 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education and Health. I have taught swimming for over 30 years. For over the last 20 years i've been teaching preschool at Plymouth. I have also worked with school-age. I've also acted as an interim director a couple of times during changes to the administration.
 
I love to work with young children because of their great energy and enthusiasm. My favorite memories involve seeing children go from being the "bud" with not much interest and skill level to the "blossom" where interest and skills start to flow.
 
   
Vivian S. - Preschool

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I have a Bachelor of Art Degree in English/History and teaching certification from UW-Eau Claire. During my educational travels, I also took graduate classes from UW-Whitwater, education classes from UW-Parkside, and early childhood classes from Gateway.
 
I enjoy teaching preschool children. They are my size! The children are very interested in learning and are not afraid to show their feelings. I feel that it's wonderful to contribute a positive role in their young lives that will make them lifelong learners.
Jill M. - School-Age
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As of September 2005, I've been working for Plymouth at the before and after school program at Cooper Elementary School. Our director, Mrs. Sara, was the first one to train me in childcare. After that I worked with infants and toddlers in Muskego, which at the time was right near my home. I now reside in Burlington and am happy to be able to have a job working with my daughter.
Toni S. - School-Age
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I work at the before and after school program at Cooper Elementary School. During the school hours, I am a teacher's aide at Cooper Elementary School. I began working at Plymouth in 1995. I like working with the children and being there for them, too.
 
   
 
   

Plymouth Children's Center * Four Locations in Burlington, WI * USA * 53105 Phone: (262) 763-5470 or (262) 763-5482