Learn more about our wonderful staff! Whether you're looking for an experienced group of child care providers or a welcome environment for your children to spend some time away from home, we're proud to offer both!

Miss Maureen  Director/VPK Teacher

I was born in upstate New York, but moved to Bradenton when I was 7 years old.  
I started teaching early childhood in 1984 as a substitute teacher and immediately fell in love with the kids!  As time went by I realized that furthering my education was essential to help the students achieve their own goals.  I currently hold a Staff credential as well as my Directors credential with V.P.K. endorsement.
The greatest lesson I have learned through the years is every day is a new day to discover the wonders of the world through the eyes of a child.​

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Miss Lisa
​Three's / VPK Teacher

Hi, my name is Miss Lisa.  I am born and raised right here in Bradenton Florida.  I have four wonderful children, Enzo, Lexiana, Angel and Mya.  They are my absolute world.  We have 3 dogs, 3 cats and 3 turtles!  I've been in childcare for about 8 years now and I absolutely love it.  I am currently persuing my CDA to further my credentials.  I love teaching these tiny humans and watching them grow and explore new things!  I also love the bonds we create with not only our students but with our families :) 

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Miss Alexus
​2's Teacher

Coming soon!

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Miss Roxana
One's/Two's Teacher

Hello, my name is Roxana.  I was born in El Salvador but have lived and Bradenton most of my life.  I don't have any kids but I do have a pet parrot named Kiwi.  My husband and I love going out for a walk down the many nature trails of Bradenton beach, as well as having nice family picnics by the beach.  I have over three years of experience with children, as well as the experience of raising my younger brothers.  I look forward to my new adventure at Our Kids West. 

Miss Jennifer
​One's Teacher

My name is Jennifer, but most people call me Jenni.  I have over five years of experience in childcare and have my FCCPC.  My future goals is to get my associates degree in early childhood education and get my director's credential.  I am bi-lingual and have 2 brothers and 2 sisters.  I am the middle child.  I also have 3 nephews and 6 nieces.  In my free time, I like to bake, cook and sleep.

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Miss Yaneth
​Infant Teacher

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My name is Yaneth Granadillo, I am Venezuelan and I arrived to this country almost 5 years ago, together with my husband, my daughter Luisiana and my son Luis Alejandro. I got 2 college degrees that were achieved in my country, one in Administration and the other one Public Health. I have other skills such as painting, decorating and baking that I practice in my spare time. I came to the United States in 2018 and in 2021 God allowed my son to make me a grandmother of a beautiful girl named Diana. Since my arrival in this country my interest was to do my 45 hours to be able to work in the child care area, in my first job in child care I worked for 3 years where I worked from caring for infants to being a teacher in all Daycare classrooms which allowed me to be able to function in the care of children of all ages and next year my goal will be to take the second step in my life at an educational level and carry out the training with CDA and be able to advance until I have the Director certificate. To me, represents pride and responsibility to be part of the group of people and start in a way, the educational development of children, specially in an environment where they are just starting to socialize with other children that are not part of their actual family, new experiences without their parents being present, and every positive knowledge that will prepare them for the next chapter in life. ​

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Miss Yaremi
​Infant Teacher

 Hello, my name is Yaremi Perez. I am from Cuba. I came to the United States just 3 years ago. I love my family, and I wish to have them always with me. I know a little English, but I am doing my best to improve it day by day. However, I was a biology teacher for many years back in Cuba which give the skills necessary to teacher children and help them be successful in life. I graduated in 1997 with a degree in Education, and I have work in various schools from elementary to High school. In addition, as soon as could work in this country, I started working in a Day Care in the Bradenton area where I completed all the necessary requirements to work in childcare. Currently, I jointed the great family of Our Kids West caring for and teaching babies with love.  I would like to let you know that I enjoy doing my job because educate is my passion, and teaching young children give me an opportunity to help raise our future leaders and professionals.         

Miss Lamoria
​Floater

Hi, my name is Lamaria and here's a little about me!  I enjoy drawing and painting, but most of all, I love reading!  I enjoy many themes of writing, mostly leaning towards historical settings.  I create and make my own jewelry, from necklaces, earrings, bracelets - you name it - and it's usually inspired by the books I tend to read.  Making jewelry is a hobby of mine I enjoy and often spend my free time brainstorming new styles and ideas.  Being creative is a must for me because I love my designs to stand out and pop!  I am excited to bring my creativity to the classroom and my students.  

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Miss Natalie
​Floater

Coming Soon!

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Miss Elizabeth
​Substitute

Hi, name is Elizabeth.  I love spending my free time with my family and friends at the pool and beach.  I have been working in daycare since I was 16 years old.  I currently hold a CDA and am excited to pursue my Directors Credential and VPK endorsement.  I can't wait to meet and work with your littles!

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Miss Ashley
Cook

My name is Ashley.  I was born in Ventura, California.  I moved to Iowwa when I was two years old and was raised between there and Illinois.  I joined the Marine Corps and was stationed in Camp Lejeune for 4 years.  I moved to Florida in 2013 and have been here ever since.  I attended Keiser University and received my Bachelors of Arts in Criminal Justice.  I have always loved to work with and be around children, as they are the key to our future.

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Miss Nicole
​Substitute 

Hi, I am Ms. Nicole.  I will be working with your sweet babies on a part time basis.  I recently retired from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office after 25 years of service.  I was a Sergeant for 16 of those years.  I have longed to be able to have a flexible schedule as many of us do, to be with my children.  I love taking my 7 year old Natalee to school and picking her up daily.  My eldest daughter, MacKenzie is a full-time student at USF and also works at the Bradenton Urgent Care.  I enjoy having lunch last minute with her.  I have taught children since I was 22 years old at the churches I attend and continue to volunteer to work with them there.  I fell in love from day 1 working at Our Kids West to help out and have decided to be a permanent substitute.  When I do work, it has been often in the kitchen.  I love to cook and think the kiddos like when I do too!  I love to travel and recently adopted our pup Dixie.  Your children's smiles are what have made me make the decision to teach . . . (and when the retired boredom sets in, gives me something to do!)

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