Category «Staff Members»

Yailine Cervantes | Lead Toddler Teacher

Hi my name is Yailine. I have been working with children for over 4 years now. Before becoming a toddler teacher I was an infant teacher, but I wanted to explore more ages and discover more about myself as a teacher as well! I also had the opportunity to teach young kids soccer. Through that …

Bethzy DeLeon | Lead Pre-K Teacher

Hello! My name is Bethzy, and my passion for working with children began in high school. I believe that young children learn best through a play-based approach, where curiosity, creativity, and exploration are at the center of their growth. My goal is to create an engaging and supportive environment where each child feels confident, valued, …

Kayla Rader | Assistant Teacher

Hello! My name is Kayla Rader. I’m 28 years old and recently moved to Colorado from Utah. I’m passionate about psychology, music, and spending time in nature. I’m so excited to be working with children again! Before this, I worked as a Behavioral Technician in ABA therapy, and I truly love supporting kids as they …

Abby Wright | Lead Preschool Teacher

Hello! My name is Abby and I have been a teacher in early childhood for 3 years now. Preschool and Prek is where I strive to create engaging, fun, and supportive learning for all students. My teaching philosophy is planted in constructivism. I strongly believe that kids gain knowledge through experience, and reflection. My goal …

Whitney Walker | Lead Pre-K Teacher

Hello, I’m Whitney. I was born in Cincinnati,OH. Living in beautiful Colorado for the past few years. I love it here! I’m a mother of a wonderful little boy. Which had brought the light back into my life. The joy of being a parent is over the moon for me. I love being a mother. …

Alicia Harris | Director

“The best way to gain God’s wisdom is by listening to His children.” My journey in Early childhood education started by watching my sister, Ashley Bouchard, live out her dream of working with children. I saw how much joy she was receiving and spreading, and I couldn’t help not to take notice. However, after high …

Kathleen Ponzio | Office Manager

Hello Families! My name is Kathleen and I am so excited to be a part of The Big Red Barn Early Learning Center! Before Early Childhood Education, I was in mortgage and banking for 23 years, then decided to take some time off to be more involved with my family. I am the mother of …

Dominique Harris | Assistant Director & Infant Nursery Supervisor

Early Childhood Education has been an incredible journey for me, expanding the minds of young children and enriching their lives. Although my path didn’t begin with ECE, I’ve always yearned to work with children and wouldn’t want it any other way! In January 2021, I embarked on an exciting new adventure as an assistant infant …

Cheryl Harris | Support Teacher

I am Ashley’s mom, so the Big Red Barn has been a huge part of my heart since day one. I have been married for almost 33 years to the love of my life. We were high school sweethearts, so we have been together for a total of 38 years. We have been blessed with …

Sam Kennedy | Lead Pre-K Teacher

Hi there! I’m Sam! I was born and raised right here in Lakewood,CO! I have been working in the education field for a little over a decade now! Started working as a Paraeducator for JEFFCO right after graduating high school in 2012 and have absolutely LOVED every second of working with kids since! I have …

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