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/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 Hope
​VPK/Camp Teacher​

Hello everyone!  I wish all your children success and happiness as well as your own as parents, family and friends.  I have previously worked with the Manatee County School Board.  I started out win the cafeteria and mastered all my duties.  I have been a baker, baking fresh yeast rolls from scratch, red velvet cakes among many more!  I also was a main dish cook and was able to cook without using a recipe.  I have enjoyed being a teachers aid and also a child development specialist.  I have been a school secretary under four guidance counselors at the very same high school I attended, along with being an administrative dean, teacher as well as director of our on site VPK Tiger Tots.  I have also had the pleasure of teaching combined classes of 9th - 12th grade.  After having my own business for six years, I missed teaching.I am enjoying working with your awesome children and the wonderful staff here!

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Miss Josilyn
​Two's Teacher

Hi, my name is Josilyn and I am from Miami Beach Florida.  I love being around my family and close friends.  I've always loved taking care of kids ever since I was a kid myself.  Anytime a new baby was born into the family, I was the first one to help out!  The middle of 2020, I decided to work with kids and it's the best decision of my life!  I love it!  Kids are a joy.

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Miss Victoria
One's Teacher

My name is Victoria Granados.  I was born and raised in Bradenton, Florida.  I graduated from Bayshore high school in the year 2020.  I work in the kitchen at Our Kids West providing healthy meals for the students during breakfast and lunch, so that they are up and ready to play and interact with their peers.  I will be taking classes for pediatric nursing.  My mother was always helping others nursing and has been a role model for me!  She motivates me to pursue my goals.

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Miss Peighton
Infant Teacher

Hello, I'm Peighton!  I'm 21 years old and have spent the majority of my life here in Bradenton and graduated from Manatee High School in 2018.  I recently moved back here from a three year stay in Alabama and I currently am finishing up my associates in arts at SCF and will be finished by the end of this summer.  I will then be transferring to USF to get my bachelors in Elementary Education.  I love working with kids and helping them to develop into the amazing people they already are.  I love anything with music and Disney (my favorite princess is Tiana).  I am so excited to get to work with these sweet babies and blessed beyond what I deserve to have the privilege of helping and watching them grow!

Miss Desi 
​Three's Teacher

Hi my name is Desiree Billa.  I love spending time with my family and my two dogs.  I recently graduated from Manatee High School in May of 2019.  I've always had a passion for working with kids, but it grew when I volunteered at my church to do Vacation Bible School and help with Sunday School.  In the future, I aspire to get my Bachelor's Degree in Child Development and in Social Work.

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Miss Elizabeth
​Infant Teacher

My name is Elizabeth and I have always known I wanted to work in this field since I was little.  I have been working in childcare for 5 years.  I am CPR and First Aid Certified and have all my hours.  I went to Lakewood Ranch High School and graduated in 2015!  My hobbies include reading, going to the beach, and spending time with friends and family!  I am excited to work with your kids and helping them grow!

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