Daycare Teachers
KITCHEN / ALL AGES
Mrs. Deanna - I have two beautiful girls who have been attending Happy Time for 4 1/2 years. I have a lot of patience and understanding when it comes to children and I really enjoy being around them. To see them learn something I have taught them is very rewarding. They are some of the funniest people I've ever met!
INFANTS
Jenni Parker
My name is Jenni and I have worked at Happy Time for just over a year so far. I am an infant's teacher. I am a veteran and a mother of two girls, a 23 year old and a 5 year old. I am an avid reader and a huge sports fan of baseball and football. I also quilt, knit and crochet in my free time.
ONE YEAR –OLDS (TODDLERS)
Lori Moellman
My name is Lori and I am a teacher in one of the infant rooms. I have worked at Happy Time for a year. My husband Justin and I have two great kids, a 19 year old son and a 3 year old daughter that attends Happy Time's preschool program. I like spending time with my family, relaxing and swimming.
Mrs. Teresa - I have worked here at Happy Time since 2003. I have only worked in the 1 year olds because I really enjoy working with that age. They still need that loving attention and it is very rewarding to know that I am able to help them reach their goals.
Judy Novotny
My name is Judy and I am a teacher in the ones. I am a grandmother and have a dog named Zoie. I love children. I attend St. Paul's Church. My hobbies are dancing and taking care of my grandchildren. I look forward to working with you and your children. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
TWO YEAR-OLDS
Lacey Hill
My name is Lacey and I am a two year old teacher. I have been here for about four months but have come to love all of the children in my class. They hold a special place in my heart. As I am teaching them, they are teaching me too. I have four children of my own, my oldest being 17 and my youngest just turning 4. My 4 year old is in preschool at Happy Time and I see she has grown in many ways. My hobby is crocheting and relaxing with family on the weekends.
THREE YEAR-OLDS
Kristin Zimmerman
My name is Kristin and I have worked at Happy Time for one year. I have been working with children since I was 18. I went to Southwestern Illinois College for early childhood development. I enjoy teaching children and watching them grow. I have two children of my own, a 10 year old and a two year old that love coming to Happy Time.
Olivia Hahn
My name is Olivia and I have worked at Happy Time for one year. I have a four year old son attending preschool at Happy Time. I love working with kids of all ages. My passion is learning. I look forward to watching your children grow with us.
ALL AGES
Ms. Jenna - I am a multi tasking student, working toward becoming a Christian Counselor. I love working with kids because they really are the future generation that will grow up and take over the world someday. Getting to love them and watch them learn and grow makes this job so rewarding.
Sophia Polach - I am currently attending Jefferson College working on my Education degree. From an early age teaching has been my passion. I know God has chosen this path for me. Working with kids always puts a smile on my face and keeps me running!
Andi Le
My name is Andi and I have been with Happy Time for almost a year. I am currently taking courses to become a child counselor. I love working with children and enjoy watching them learn new things. I fill in where I am needed as I am part-time at the moment. I work in the summer with our elementary program and it is always an adventure.
Alona Davidson
My name is Alona Davidson and I am 19 years old. I am going to Jefferson College for art and my teaching degree. I was adopted from Ukraine when I was 17. I attend Canaan Baptist Church. I have had a passion for working with children since I was 11 years old. I really enjoy working the two year olds.