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From the 56 W., take the El Camino Real exit and turn left on El Camino Real. Go about 1 mile and take a left on Torrey Reserve Driveway. Landmarks are Ruth Cris Steak House and Insurance Company of the West. Contiue arcross the front of ICW and Bright Horizons is toward the back of the parking lot. From 5 N. take the Carmel Valley Road exit. Take a left on Carmel Valley Road and then a right on El Camino Real. Go about 1 mile and take a left on Torrey Reserve Driveway. You will see the Insurance Company of the West on your left and Ruth Chris Steak House on your right. Continue across the front of ICW and Bright Horizons in the back of the parking lot. From 5 S. take the Carmel Mountain Road exit. Take a right on Carmel Mountain and a left on El Camino Real. Go about 1 mile, pass Arroyo Sorrento Road (on your right) and make an immediate right into the Bright Horizons parking lot. Do not turn on Arroyo Sorrento Road. There is no entrance into the Bright Horizons parking lot.l

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About Our Staff

A Bright Horizons teacher is a nurturer as well as an educator. They are someone who encourages learning through exploration and who understands the balance between what a child needs to feel safe and what she requires to reach her potential. Your child’s teacher is your partner. At Bright Horizons, families and teachers work together --celebrating successes, navigating challenges, and communicating daily about your child’s achievements and goals.

Meet Our Teachers

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  • Name: Ms Kendelle
  • I Teach: Preschool 1 (2-3 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 2008
  • I love teaching children because: I love seeing the look on their faces when they learning something new!
  • Favorite Children's Book: Oh The Places You'll Go by Dr Seuss
  • Name: Ms Kelsey
  • I Teach: Preschool 1 (2-3 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 2010
  • I love teaching children because: they show so much excitement about learning. I also love seeing them grow and develop throughout the year.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Gving Tree by Shel Silverstein
  • Name: Ms. Kendra
  • I Teach: Preschool 1 (2-3 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 1996
  • I love teaching children because: I love how their minds work and how they view the world.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Lorax by Dr. Seuss and Amos & Boris by William Steig
  • Name: Ms. Candis
  • I Teach: Preschool 1 (2-3 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 2006
  • I love teaching children because: it is a great experience watching children learn.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr.
  • Name: Ms Kim
  • I Teach: Preschool 1 (2-3 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 1997
  • I love teaching children because: I love how young children look at the world. I have noticed this since the time my own children were preschoolers.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Abiyoyo by Pete Seeger
  • Name: Ms Valerie B.
  • I Teach: Preschool 2 (3-4 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 1996
  • I love teaching children because: I feel like a child myself in many ways. It is rewarding to make a difference in a child's life and celebrating the diversity of all people.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crocket Johnson
  • Name: Ms Caitlin
  • I Teach: Preschool 2 (3-4 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 2008
  • I love teaching children because: they are so intuitive and they love to learn. I love watching them try new things and grow throughout the year.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Miss Mopp's Lucky Day by Leslie McGuire
  • Name: Ms Delmy
  • I Teach: Preschool 2 (3-4 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 1997
  • I love teaching children because: ever since my niece was born, I have this need to show children to the beauty of this world.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
  • Name: Ms. Maricar
  • I Teach: Preschool 2 (3-4 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 2002
  • I love teaching children because: I love watching kids grow and learn as they explore the world around them.
  • Favorite Children's Book: I"ll Always Love You by Hans Wilhelm
  • Name: Ms Piper
  • I Teach: Preschool 2 (3-4 year olds)
  • Teaching Since: 2009
  • I love teaching children because: everything is so new to them. I love seeing the excitement in their faces when we do a new activity.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Pigeon Wants a Puppy by Mo Willems
  • Name: Ms Rose
  • I Teach: Kindergarten Prep
  • Teaching Since: 1999
  • I love teaching children because: they are positive, honest, caring, full of curiosity, loving, sweet and most of all, every day is a new day.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein and Everyone Poops by Taro Gami
  • Name: Ms Naemah
  • I Teach: Kindergarten Prep
  • Teaching Since: 1997
  • I love teaching children because: it is very rewarding when you see children learn and grow.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Peter Rabbit, Eric Carle, and Dr Seuss
  • Name: Ms. Sara
  • I Teach: Kindergarten Prep
  • Teaching Since: 2001
  • I love teaching children because: I love helping each child find the tools they need to navigate the world around them.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Peter and the Star Catchers by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson
  • Name: Ms Cassie
  • I Teach: Kindergarten Prep
  • Teaching Since: 2007
  • I love teaching children because: it is amazing seeing them learn through hands on, messy activities that engage their bodies and minds.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Lorax by Dr. Seuss
  • Name: Ms Dena
  • I Teach: Kindergarten Prep
  • Teaching Since: 2007
  • I love teaching children because: there is nothing better than witnessing a child's excitement when they learn something new!
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn
  • Name: Mr Gonzalo
  • I Teach: Private Kindergarten
  • Teaching Since: 2008
  • I love teaching children because: it is a new experience everyday for them. It brings joy to watch them grow and learn.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
  • Name: Ms Valerie J
  • I Teach: I am the break teacher so I get to spend time in every age group!
  • Teaching Since: 1977
  • I love teaching children because: I love being one of the first people to model love and respect to children.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak
  • Name: Ms Lynn
  • I Teach: as a Resource Teacher
  • Teaching Since: 1988
  • I love teaching children because: every day is different and I have the opportunity to watch them learn.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Giant Jam Sandwich by John Vernon Lord and Janet Burroway
  • Name: Ms Hristina
  • I Teach: as a Resource Teacher
  • Teaching Since: 2012
  • I love teaching children because: they are so lively, creative and they make the world a better, brighter place.
  • Favorite Children's Book: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff
  • Name: Ms Motoko
  • I Teach: as a Substitute Teacher.
  • Teaching Since: 2001
  • I love teaching children because: they make me smile and teach me the value of love and friendship. They are so much fun!
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
  • Name: Ms. Morgan
  • I Teach: as a Substitute Teacher
  • Teaching Since: 2012
  • I love teaching children because: they are so excited about new things.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein

Administration

  • Name: Sandy Cook

    Position: Center Director

    In Education Since: 1972

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: I feel like Bright Horizons really cares about people; families and employees alike. I love that we offer solutions to working families. My job also offers me a lot of flexibility to be creative and be the best administrator I can be.

    Favorite Children's Book: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein

  • Name: Lisa Silas

    Position: Business Manager

    In Education Since: 1994

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: I enjoy working with children and watching them learn and grow.

    Favorite Children's Book: Is Your Mama a Llama? by Deborah Guarino