Teaching Staff
A program is only as exceptional as it’s staff. All of our teachers have backgrounds in early childhood education and continue to take classes to further develop their knowledge about young children. In addition, all staff members are fully certified in both First Aid and CPR. Because our center offers employer paid health insurance, paid time off and continuing education classes, we have a dedicated group of professionals, committed to high quality early childhood education.
Chelsie Shurtleff
Director
Chelsie has worked at the CDC for the past 8 years. She has worked in every classroom and became director of the facility in December of 2016. Chelsie has a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from UNLV.
Margaret Bourgon
Elephant Room Lead Teacher
Margaret Bourgon has worked at the CDC for 18 years! Margaret specializes in working with children who exhibit special needs and exceptionalities. She says she loves being here and working with like-minded people and the level of love and respect she feels with her co-workers. Her favorite thing about working with the Pre-K students is being able to see them use the strategies she has taught them, becoming a part of their families, and getting smiles and hugs from her students!
Margarita carrera
Monkey Room Lead Teacher
Margarita Carrera has worked at the center for the last nine years. She is well versed in the RIE philosophy that permeates the center, especially our infant and toddler rooms. Her favorite part about working at the CDC is the family atmosphere that is fostered here. Margarita says seeing children learn and grow, making a difference in the lives of children, and cultivating lasting bonds are her favorite things about working with children.
