Jennifer has been at OLDN for 8 years, and a teacher for 10.  She has earned a degree in Elementary Education with specialities in early chilhood and special education from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.  "I love teaching Kindergarten," Jennifer says.  "I chose to teach at OLDN because I believe God has called me to be here.  I love teaching children about the love of God as well as all academic subjects.  Every child is truly a blessing, a gift from God, and I feel honored that I am able to help them have a successful start to a bright future.  Jennifer has one daughter, Devin, and they enjoy the outdoors and have "lots of adventures" together.

Michelle Falibene has taught at OLDN for 10 years, first as an assistant, then as Preschool teacher.  Michelle has a CDA in Early Childhood and enjoys running, exercising, and spending time with her husband and two boys.

Laura has a CDA in Early Childhood Education and has been the 2's and 3's teacher for 10 years.  She loves watching the children learn, especially when the child talks about a concept months after they have learned it.  Laura enjoys the challenge of finding the best way a child learns.  She loves to teach art projects because the children, "get so excited when the pieces come together to make something new!"  Laura is married with three children.

Billie has over 30 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, both as a teacher and as a director. She enjoys spending time with her family and camping/boating. Ms. Billie loves teaching all ages and is especially fond of great children's books and art. She currently teaches in all rooms, and enjoys all of the children.

Ms. Tracy is the lead teacher in the infant/toddler room. Tracy has been with OLDN for many years.  She began as an assistant before earning her degree in Early Childhood with a major in infant and toddler care and instruction.  Ms. Tracy continues to pursue her education by keeping updated in areas of infant/toddler growth and by attending workshops and seminars about the latest research in infant and toddler care.  Ms. Tracy is also certified to teach two and three year old preschool, so on occasion you may see her in the Early Preschool room.

Ms. Tracy enjoys working out, and spending time with her teenage daughter as well as family and friends.   In addition, Ms. Tracy enjoys scrapbooking and spending time with her two dogs.

Mary is director-qualified and has a degree in Early Childhood Education.  She has enjoyed teaching at OLDN for 10 years, and specializes in infant care.

Sandi is a teacher in our Infant Room. She holds a B.A. in Child Development and has worked in the Child Development Center at the Marine Base in 29 Palms, CA  before moving to OLDN. She enjoys spending time with her husband, a former Marine. In addition, she loves animals (enjoys her cats and dogs), and is an avid reader.

Mary has been the administrative assistant at OLDN since 2008.  She holds a B.S. Degree in Organizational Management from Trinity Christian College.  Mary and her husband, Russell, have three children, Emily, Raegan, and Aaron.