Heather Shorey, Center Director
8800 Cedar Ave. South, Bloomington, MN 55425
- Ph: (952) 854-5905
- Open: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Fax: (952) 854-5109
- Ages: 6 Weeks to 12 Year-Olds
We have a strong team of early childhood educators. All staff hold degrees ranging from Masters in Education to Child Development Associate, or are currently enrolled in higher education. We have a mix of experience from newly graduated to 30 year veterans. Our team also represents many different cultural backgrounds.
Ms. Heather Shorey, Center Director
Bio:
Heather is committed to leading her team of educators to create the best environment for your family. She joined KinderCare in July of 2006. Heather has a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Heather has been in the early childhood education field for 14 years. Education is her passion and she is devoted to making her team and center the best.
Previous Experience:
Heather has worked as an elementary teacher as well as a preschool teacher.
Quote:
The best part of my job is setting the foundation for a lifetime love of learning in children, how each day they learn something new and have experiences that will shape their world.
Ms. Kaurna, Infant Classroom
Quote:
"Seeing the children learning new things every day is such a pleasure. I am inspired by the children, their families, and our great team."
- Year Started: 1/1/2012
- Tenure: 1 Year
Ms. Jiqui, Infant Classroom
Quote:
" I love helping the children to learn and explore the wonderful things around them. The children's smiling faces and smart minds always inspire me to come to work everyday."
- Year Started: 1/1/2012
- Tenure: 1 Year
Ms. Arlene, Infant Classroom
Quote:
"The children’s free spirits and willingness to learn new concepts are my favorite things about teaching. I am inspired to come to work each day by the children, my co-workers, and being a team player."
- Year Started: 1/1/1997
- Tenure: 16 Years
Ms. Tameka, Discovery Preschool Classroom
Quote:
"Watching the children learn something new each day drives me to be a teacher. It gives me great satisfaction to watch the children master a new skill, knowing that I played a part in their learning."
- Year Started: 1/1/2010
- Tenure: 3 Years
Ms. Janell, Prekindergarten Classroom
Bio:
Ms. Janell has worked for KinderCare for 34 years as a Prekindergarten teacher. She loves the excitement on a child’s face when they master something new.
Previous Experience:
Ms. Janell previously worked for Betty’s Nursery School and Rockin’ Tots.
Quote:
The children, they count on me to be here to provide fun and learning.
Ms. Cherrelle, Discovery Preschool Classroom
Quote:
"I love being able to help the children learn new and exciting things. I come to work every day for the opportunity to make an impact in a child's life."
- Year Started: 1/1/2012
- Tenure: 1 Year
Ms. Julie, Preschool/ School Age Classrooms
Bio:
Ms. Julie has worked for KinderCare for five years. The children inspire her to come to work with their smiles and eagerness to learn.
Quote:
I love watching the children grow and learn. Every night leaving, I go home knowing I have made a difference in another child’s life.
Ms. Dyme, Preschool Classroom
Quote:
"I love helping the children learn new things and to watch them grow. The smiles on their faces when I walk through the door brighten my day."
- Year Started: 1/1/2012
- Tenure: 1 Year
Ms. April, School Age Classroom/ Cook
Quote:
"I love the children! Having a fun environment, friendly staff, and great families is what inspires me to come to work each day."
- Year Started: 1/1/2005
- Tenure: 8 Years