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Suzie Brunner

Denison University – B.A. Economics
Bachelors Equivalency in Early Childhood Education Oakton 

Why I like to teach:

“I like to teach because as a teacher you have a unique ability to be a part of a child’s formative years. It is humbling to watch children grow and transform. They truly show you what is possible with determination in a nurturing and engaging environment. It’s that lightbulb moment in a child’s eyes when they realize that learning is fun!”

Kathleen Aberle

Loras College, BA Psychology

Why I like to teach:

“I feel like I learn something new everyday. It is a joy to see the world through the eyes of children. I love to encourage children especially when they are faced with a challenge.”

Suzanne Carberry

Roosevelt University

Why I like to teach:

“I love working with children and encouraging them to experience new challenges.”

Ami Crawford

Lake Forest College – B.A. Music, B.A. Communications

Meets weekly with each class for music.

Why I like to teach:

“Witnessing the joy and enthusiasm radiating from the youngsters as they sing and dance to music they’ve learned in class is rewarding beyond measure. It is a blessing to have the opportunity to share my passion, while helping to build a foundation for a lifelong love of music!”

Leilea Glick

University of Guelph B.A. of Applied Science in Family and Social Relations

Why I like to teach:

“I have always wanted to teach. I enjoy working with children. Their natural curiosity and sense of play consistently fascinates me. I feel privileged to feed that curiosity and help in their learning. I feel a great sense of fulfillment for them and myself.”

Annie Ignoffo

Lake Forest College

Kelly Haramis

Penn State University

Why I like to teach:

“I like teaching because every day is filled with joy, whether we are creating art projects, reading a book, or using our imaginations as we play with baby dolls or magnetic dinosaurs.”

Lindsey Kelly

Salve Regina University – Bachelors in Liberal Arts
DePaul University – Masters in Early Childhood Education

Why I like to teach:

“I teach because it is what I’ve always wanted to do. Interacting with the children each day provides me a continual source of joy and fulfillment. “

Betsy Mackey

Syracuse University

Why I like to teach:

“I like teaching because schools are such positive places. I feel so fortunate to work in an environment where we focus on creativity, curiosity, and kindness.”

Brianna Meade

California State University Northridge

Why I like to teach:

“There is nothing like the joy of watching the children learn and grow every year. Their smiles make my day!”

Sue Peecher

Michigan State University – B.S. Multi-Disciplinary Studies
Early Childhood Education courses at C.L.C.

Why I like to teach:

“I love the personal connections you make with children and their excitement as they learn.”

Jen Redding

Ohio University – Bachelor of Science in Education
National Louis University – Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education

Why I like to teach:

“I love teaching and grew up knowing I always wanted to be a teacher. I love listening to my students and learning how their minds work. Watching them explore and nurturing their creativity is the best part of our time together!  ”

Lindy Rubin

University of Chicago – M.Ed. Education

Lindy teaches monthly Art Appreciation to the Voyager and Odyssey classes. Lindy was raised and taught in South Africa. She earned a M.Ed. from the University of Chicago writing her thesis: Teaching Literacy through Art. Lindy highlights the end of each school year with a tour of the year’s presented art work at the Art Institute. All Voyager and Odyssey children with parents are invited to attend.

Why I like to teach:

“I love to teach our young ones because I am so interested in their fresh, suitable ideas – also they often make me laugh!”

Marianne Stride

Why I like to teach:

“After raising four children of my own and serving as a room parent for many years, I know how much I like to actively work with young children on a daily basis.”

Katie Thomson

Ohio University, Early Childhood/Primary Education

Why I like to teach:

“I love teaching because children are so curious and excited to explore! I especially love the preschool age group because you get to watch them discover so much for the first time. Their pure happiness and joy is really something special to experience each day!”

Ellie White

Indiana University