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Metrorail from Metro Center- Take the Blue and Orange line to the Federal Triangle Station downtown Washington, D.C. Our center is located directly across 12th St NW, right of The Old Post Office Pavilion, from the Federal Triangle Station. Rt. 66 East from VA- Take Rt.66 to the Theodore Roosevelt bridge, cross the bridge into Washington, D.C., The Kennedy Center will be on the left as you are crossing the bridge. Driving down Constitution the Washington Monument will appear on the right. At 12th Street NW and Constitution Ave our centers building will be located on the left North East corner. I95 North from VA- Take I95 North to the 14th Street Bridge, cross the bridge into Washington, DC. Keep forward until Constitution Ave NW. Just before Constitution Ave you will pass the Washington Monument on the left and the US Capitol on the right. Turn right onto Constitution. At 12th St and Constitution Ave our center building will be located on the left North East corner.

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About Our Staff

A Bright Horizons teacher is a nurturer as well as an educator, 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. Linda
  • I Teach: Infants
  • Teaching Since: 1980
  • I love teaching children because: I love seeing the wonder in their eyes.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Brown Bear, Brown Bear"
  • Name: Ms. Tawana
  • I Teach: Infants
  • Teaching Since: 1973
  • I love teaching children because: I love helping parents finding their way with their new baby and helping children learn.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Peter Rabbit"
  • Name: Ms. Gail
  • I Teach: Toddlers
  • Teaching Since: 2000
  • I love teaching children because: I love their energy and spirit.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Little Engine that Could"
  • Name: Ms. Angela
  • I Teach: Toddlers
  • Teaching Since: 2000
  • I love teaching children because: I love to see the lightbulb go off.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"
  • Name: Ms. Kristina
  • I Teach: Toddlers
  • Teaching Since: 2010
  • I love teaching children because: I love the love the children give me every morning. I love the way they say my name when they want something.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Where is Spot?"
  • Name: Ms. Joan
  • I Teach: Twos
  • Teaching Since: 1971
  • I love teaching children because: I love the different stages of their development and personality. I love the way they light up.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Fox in Socks"
  • Name: Ms. Maureer
  • I Teach: Twos
  • Teaching Since: 2003
  • I love teaching children because: I know that I'm helping children learn and my motto is "no child left behind".
  • Favorite Children's Book: "A Visitor for Bear"
  • Name: Ms. Sherita
  • I Teach: Twos
  • Teaching Since: 2000
  • I love teaching children because: I love the joy they give me.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Hello, Day!"
  • Name: Ms. Della
  • I Teach: Twos
  • Teaching Since: 1990
  • I love teaching children because: I love their inquisitive nature and their smiles of understanding.
  • Favorite Children's Book: any of Eric Carle's books
  • Name: Ms. Anisha
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2004
  • I love teaching children because: I love learning and exploring the world around us through the eyes of children. I love seeing children develop and grow.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "The Beckoning Cat"
  • Name: Ms. Michelle
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 1990
  • I love teaching children because: I get a wonderful feeling when seeing a child accomplish a goal or giving them a hug just to see them smile. It makes me feel good that I'm a part of a child's growth and development. To me, it is just a joy working with children.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "The Kissing Hand"
  • Name: Ms. Micha
  • I Teach: Center-wide Support
  • Teaching Since: 2007
  • I love teaching children because: I enjoy the diversity of the children, their unconditional love and their enthusiasm for life.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Green Eggs and Ham"
  • Name: Ms. Monique
  • I Teach: Support All Programs & KItchen
  • Teaching Since: 2009
  • I love teaching children because: I love when a child comes toward me just for a hug or to say "hello".
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom"

Administration

  • Name: Larry D. Johnson, Jr.

    Position: Center Director

    In Education Since: 1990

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: I believe in our mission, the HEART principles and the knowledge that people can grow in the company and be supported.

    Favorite Children's Book: "Caps for Sale"

  • Name: Carol Crumley

    Position: Assistant Director

    In Education Since: 1980

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: the emphasis on quality is important to me as well as being a part of a community of learners, whatever the age.

    Favorite Children's Book: "Winnie the Pooh" (original version)