The Wonder Years Preschool
Teachers
We have very high standards for our teachers. Every one of our Head Teachers holds a degree in the field of education or is working toward one. Our teachers are dedicated to making each child's learning experience fun and challenging. With a combined experience of over 50 years you can be sure the we put our hearts into everything we do. It would be our pleasure to share in shaping the minds of our future.
Mrs. Michelle
Owner/Director/Sea Skippers Head Teacher Mrs. Michelle was raised in Austin, Texas and attended James Bowie High School. She was the Treasurer of the Lone Star Girl Scout Council and later became the leader of a local Girl Scout troop. She has a Child Development Associate Degree, an ECE Degree focusing on Child, Family and Community Studies and has been teaching children from ages 6 weeks through 18 for almost 20 years. She is current in First Aid and CPR and has taken the steps needed to recognize and report child abuse. She is also a mother of two children, Keegan and Rhiannon.
Mr. Eric
Owner/Office Manager/Teacher Mr. Eric was raised in Prineville and graduated from Crook County High School. He then went to college at Lane County Community College where he earned a degree in Flight Technology. He earned his Eagle Scout and later was the Scout Master of a local Cub Scout group. He is current in First Aid and CPR and has taken the steps necessary to recognize and report child abuse. His fun and creative ideas make each day fun and exciting.
Mrs. Ashley
Jungle Buddies Head Teacher Mrs. Ashley is currently working towards her Child Development Associate Degree and will be graduating soon! She has over ten years experience working with toddlers and young preschool students. She is First Aid/CPR certified and has trained in Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse. She loves being silly and creating fun ways to keep the kiddos moving!
Mrs. Kristine
Bitty Buckaroos Head Teacher Mrs. Kristine has taken several classes toward her Early Childhood Education Degree from Fresno City College. She has over 20 years of experience as a mom and a preschool teacher. She has taught all ages from 3 months to 6 years old. She is First Aid/CPR certified and has taken the Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect class. She loves to sing, dance and create art with her students. We are so happy to have her many years of experience and wisdom at our school!
Miss Rhiannon
Teacher/Assistant Miss Rhiannon has been working as an assistant since she was 15. She is a recent graduate of Mountain View High School and is enrolled at COCC for the Fall of 2020. She has her First Aid/CPR certification and has taken all necessary training from the Oregon Early Learning Division. Miss Rhiannon is everyone's favorite "date night" teacher too!