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Jodi Partlo  Owner
About Jodi

New mom Jodi Partlo returned to her full-time position just 2 months after having her son Benjamin. "It's hard to leave a child in a strange facility in the care of unfamiliar people." Partlo felt firsthand the need for a center that offered quality care as well as a place that would allow her entire family to feel involved. "I wanted a space that we could all come and play in a safe, healthy, clean, and interactive environment." She envisioned a center where families could spend time together getting to know the staff and surroundings before enrolling their children in one of the many programs offered. A center with lead teachers holding undergraduate degrees in childhood development, following a creative curriculum, offering a healthy fresh menu, and employing energetic staff that loved their work.


Julia Kostrick  Childcare Director
Education
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Development, Rochester College
Associates in Early Childhood Development, Macomb Community College
 
Experience
Nine years experience teaching in the early childhood field
Preschool Lead Teacher, Kindercare
Preschool & Toddler Lead Teacher, Lil' Munchkins
Head Start Assistant Teacher, Macomb County
Lead Preschool Teacher, The Learning Experience
 
About Me

I have been working in the early childhood field for nine years and can’t imagine doing anything else! Although I miss being a classroom teacher, I love being able to form relationships with ALL the children at KiddieKlub.


Candi Green  Entertainment Director
Education
Bachelor's in Child Development (emphasis Early Childhood), Central Michigan University
 
Experience
Six years of teaching in the early childhood environment
Wobbler Room Lead Teacher, Central Michigan Community Hospital
Preschool Lead Teacher, Central Michigan Community Hospital
Central Michigan University Child Development Student Mentor
 
About Me

Prior to working at KiddieKlub I was offered the wonderful opportunity to incorporate CMU’s child development program into my classroom and mentor student teachers who were studying in the field. I was responsible for supervising and training these teachers in developmentally appropriate practices and language in the classroom.

I have two sisters and two brothers who I am very close with. I enjoy spending time with both my immediate and extended family. I also enjoy traveling, enjoying the outdoors, camping, and having fun! I always welcome a new experience into my life!


Megan Torosian  Entertainment Assistant
Education
Currently attending Wayne State University
Will study Criminal justice to become a successful defense attorney
 
Experience
Two younger nieces & nephews that I love to spend my time with
Volunteer RaRa Camp counselor for two years
 
About Me

I enjoy working at KiddieKlub because of the opportunity to get to know and play with the kids. They keep me laughing and entertained all day.


Hana Margiljaj  Entertainment Assistant
Education
Associates Degree in Liberal Arts, Oakland Community College
Currently attending Baker College to become a Pharmacy Technician, and then pursuing a teaching degree
 
Experience
Seven siblings!
Babysitting
 
About Me

I am from a big family and I love it. Children have always been my passion and always will be. I am a child at heart and that is what makes my job at KiddieKlub easy. The children at KiddieKlub make my day. One day I hope to continue my degree in teaching and become the teacher I always wanted to be. I am engaged and cannot be happier than I am right now.


Griselda Uvario  Entertainment Assistant
Education
Currently attending Oakland Community College
Will be pursuing Forensics or Child Development
 
Experience
Huge family with new cousins all the time
Hostess
 
About Me

I love spending time with my family, especially my extended family in Mexico. I also love art and I must say I’m pretty creative. Other things I enjoy include singing and dancing. I might not be great at them, but I act like I am.


Margaret Bushman  Entertainment Weekend Supervisor
Education
Bachelor of Science in Education, Central Michigan University
Major in Biology, Minor in Music
 
Experience
Six years as a substitute teacher in the Waterford School District
Hostess
 
About Me

I enjoy camping, hiking, bird watching, reading, and raising my five wonderful children.


Stacey Zientak  Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Education
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Oakland University
 
Experience
Two years of substitute and long-term substitute teaching
Oversee the gymnastics program, City of Sterling Heights
5 years of coaching cheerleading at St. Anne in Warren
 
About Me

Spending time with my family is something I love to do. I have a younger brother and sister as well as the two loves of my life: my nephew Chad and my niece Elizabeth. I am looking forward to providing the children at KiddieKlub with immense amounts of knowledge and a positive classroom experience to promote a strong love for learning that will remain with them forever!


Krystle O'Connor  Lead Infant Teacher
Education
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Development, Rochester College
Associates in Early Childhood Development, Macomb Community College
 
Experience
8 years experience in the early childhood field.
Positions include: Childcare Director; Infant Lead Teacher; Toddler Lead Teacher; Twos Lead Teacher
 
About Me

I love spending time with my family and friends. They all mean a lot to me. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors, spending time with my friends, skiing, soccer, and having a good time! My favorite color is yellow. Working with children is a passion I have shared since I was about 10 years old. I look forward to working with children each and every day and building relationships with them and their families.


Megan Briggs  Acting Lead Toddler Teacher
Education
Associates in Early Childhood Education, Baker College
 
Experience
Developed and directed a child care program for the MCREST (Macomb County Rotating Emergency Shelter Team) program at Redemption Lutheran Church in Sterling Heights.
Mother of a two year old.
 
About Me

I have a two year old son named Joey, whom I love to spend most of my free time with. I also love listening to and playing music. I play the flute, a little piano, and I also sing. I enjoy spending time with my family, going on walks, bike rides, and playing board games.


Lucy Farina  Assistant Teacher
Education
Classes and seminars focusing on Early Childhood Development
 
Experience
Five years experience working in the early childhood field
 
About Me

My husband Bob and I have no children of our own, and have always wanted to work with and care for children. I have spent five years working with young children and continue to learn more about child development. I really enjoy working at KiddieKlub and working with all different ages. I love to sing and dance with the children, and they love it too! I love being with all of the children and love to come to work every day!


Daniella Lucaj  Assistant Teacher
Education
Currently pursuing Elementary Education at Macomb Community College and Oakland University
 
Experience
One year experience in the early childhood field
Classes focusing on education and child development
Five siblings!
 
About Me

Outside of work and school, I like to draw and paint. I also like to run and ice skate. I love working with children because I like teaching them new things. My favorite part of teaching is participating in activities and interacting with the children.


Beth Stallworth  Assistant Teacher
Education
Currently studying Early Elementary Education
 
Experience
Babysitting and working with children for several years
 
About Me

I've worked with children as long as I can remember and can't imagine it any other way. I love watching each child learn, grow, and express themselves. I am currently working towards my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education.


Jessica Winter  Assistant Teacher
Education
Currently a junior at Oakland University studying social work
Studied Elementary Education at Central Michigan University for two years
Studied abroad with Michigan State University working in elementary schools
 
Experience
Assistant Teacher for three years
First grade Teacher Cadet
Nanny for three years
 
About Me

I have always had a passion for working with children. I love watching them learn and grow, knowing I can make a positive impact on their future. After getting my degree I hope to go on to work with children in foster care. Outside of work I love to shop, snowboard, wakeskate, and be with my friends and family.


Katie Stratton  Assistant Teacher
Education
Currently attends Oakland University studying Elementary Education
Will graduate in May 2011 with her bachelors with a double major in Language Arts and Spanish
Studied abroad in Spain
 
Experience
Eight years experience in childcare
Five additional years nannying, babysitting, and teaching various religious programs in church
 
About Me

I love music. I am almost always singing when you see me. I also love to travel. I am originally from upstate New York and go there to visit my family often. I love movies and playing games. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends and of course watching kids in my free time.


Gina Coschino  Assistant Teacher
Education
Currently attends Oakland University
 
Experience
Two years experience at KiddieKlub
Teaching children's swim lessons for five years
 
About Me

I am a junior at Oakland University where I am pursuing a degree in English and minors in Journalism and advertising. I am also a certified lifeguard and have a second job teaching swim lessons to kids and adults. I absolutely love working with kids and watching them learn something new. I also enjoy playing sports and participate in intramural leagues on campus.


Ani Onesian  Assistant Teacher
Education
Currently majoring in business with a concentration in marketing, Oakland University
 
Experience
Sunday school assistant teacher
Counselor-in-training for the YMCA day camp
Several years Nanny & babysitting experience
 
About Me

I am a fun-loving, caring, and optimistic person. I love to dance. I’ve done everything from ballet to Hawaiian to tap. I am currently on the hip-hop dance team at Oakland University. I also enjoy going to concerts and spending time with friends and family. I have always loved being around children. They never fail to instantly brighten my day.


Vanay Yabuku  Lead Preschool Teacher
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Michigan State University in Family Community Services, emphasis in youth development
 
Experience
Ten years experience in the childcare field
Mother of three year old girl, Navielle
 
About Me

I have been working with children for the last ten years and I have absolutely loved every second of it. Watching children grow into little wonderful beings is the best part of my job. Being a part of their lives as they develop couldn’t possibly get any better than this.


Lisa Juncaj  Assistant Teacher
Education
Childcare training abroad in Montenegro
Currently pursuing Child Psychology Degree, Madonna University
 
Experience
Assistant and Lead teacher experience
Overseas training in a preschool center
 
About Me

I am happily married to a wonderful man. We just came back from a two year journey in Europe! It was wonderful to learn, live, and shape so many people’s lives. I have two sisters, one brother, two nephews, and a niece. I just love children and giving them a voice. They are our future and it is our job to shape it for them.


Shawna Lynn  Assistant Teacher
Education
Currently enrolled at OCC studying Criminal Justice.
One year at MCC for Early Childhood Education.
 
Experience
Babysitting for 10 years
Two years at Angels of Grace Childcare Center
Two years at KiddieKlub
 
About Me

When I am not working with children I love to be outdoors. My favorite things to do are camping, fishing, swimming, and bike riding. I also like to go bowling.



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