Kids Junction Baby Junction Teacher Bios
Ms. Shaina
Education
I received my Assistant and Lead Teacher Certificates while attending Madison East High School. Then went on to MATC and received my Infant and Toddler Certificate, along with having a scholarship through the T.E.A.C.H. program where I attended NWTC to further my education in the Early Childhood Education Field.
Experience
I started babysitting at the age of 12 for neighbors and family. I started working in a child care center at 17 and have been in a center ever since. I have 16 years of experience in the child education field and plan on having many more years to come.
Personal
During my free time, I enjoy shopping, cleaning, listening to music, and spending lots of time outdoors. I enjoy going on long walks and camping with my daughter and boyfriend and being around friends and family.
Ms. Alyssa
Education
I graduated in 2014 from Winona State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Corrections.
Experience
I started babysitting when I was 14 years old. I babysat for 20+ families in high school and during college, I started working for Home and Community Options as a personal care attendant for children with autism. I have four years of experience working with children with disabilities. In 2016, I was a nanny to a 6-week old baby girl. I was an assistant teacher for 2-year-olds at a daycare facility.
Personal
In my free time, I enjoy reading a good book, baking with my son, and cooking. I spend most of my time with my husband and son playing games or finding fun activities to do.
Ms. Robin
Education
I am working towards my Assistant and Lead Teacher certificates. I plan to further my Early Childhood education through CCEI (childcare Education Institute)
Experience
I have been an Executive Administrative Assistant the majority of my career. I have raised four children into adulthood.
Personal
I have been married for 26 years. I love to crochet, read books, travel, and listen to music. I have been a participant with the Madison Symphony Chorus for over 10 years.
Ms. Sandra
Education
I graduated from West High School in 2018. I currently attend Madison Area Technical College as a sophomore with a full ride scholarship.
Experience
As soon as I was old enough I took care of young siblings. I’ve done babysitting in my neighborhood till this day. For almost 3 years, I worked in Lincoln Elementary MSCR After School program.
Personal
In my spare time, I spend time with my 3 and 6 year old sisters along with our shih tzu. I love to read and make memories with my friends and family.
Ms. Natalie
Education
I went to Madison College with a Teaching Scholarship. I finished the Child Care Development Specialist Degree in February 2005.
Experience
I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. At the age of 16, I became a Teacher’s aid at Child Life Ministries in McFarland. While attending McFarland High School, I worked at N.A.E.Y.C. Accredited Centers.
Personal
In my free time, I enjoy fishing, hunting, camping, snowboarding, and ATVing at my family’s cabin.