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287 South: Take exit 5 for Stelton Road. Bear Right at the ramp and make the 1st Left at the light onto Hadley Road. At the 3rd light make a Left onto Cragwood Road. Make the 1st Right into the the building complex. Pass the 1st parking lot on your Right and make a Right turn immediately after. Continue straight and you will see BH parking on the right. 287 North: Take exit 4 for Durham Road. Make a Left and then make the 1st Right onto Hadley Road. Continue straight and the make a Right at the Bright Horizons sign located on your right side. Once you enter the complex, BH parking spots will be on your left side.

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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: Sulay
  • I Teach: Infants
  • Teaching Since: 2000
  • I love teaching children because: I like to be a part of childrens milestones.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear
  • Name: Jessica
  • I Teach: Toddler
  • Teaching Since: 2007
  • I love teaching children because: I love being an intrical part in the formative years of a childs life. Watching them learn and grow is uncomparable to anything else in the world.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Story of Babar
  • Name: Lisa
  • I Teach: Toddler
  • Teaching Since: 1996
  • I love teaching children because: I know I am somehow making a difference in childrens futures.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Kissing Hand
  • Name: Kathy
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 1995
  • I love teaching children because: the joy of seeing the children learn new things and them be so excited about it. Their enthusiasm is so contagious!
  • Favorite Children's Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear
  • Name: Andrew
  • I Teach: Teacher's Assistant
  • Teaching Since: 2009
  • I love teaching children because: because at this age I can be a good influence that will effect the rest of their life.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus"
  • Name: Erin
  • I Teach: Pre-Kindergartern
  • Teaching Since: 2004
  • I love teaching children because: you never know what the day will bring. I love being a part of their daily discoveries.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Where The Wild Things Grow
  • Name: Jessica
  • I Teach: Kindergarten
  • Teaching Since: 2008
  • I love teaching children because: they teach me something new everyday!
  • Favorite Children's Book: Owl Moon
  • Name: Sharee
  • I Teach: Teacher's Assistant
  • Teaching Since: 2008
  • I love teaching children because: I enjoy their spirits as well as their creative minds. Also, they are jolly and joyous which makes me smile!
  • Favorite Children's Book: Little Bill Series by Bill Cosby
  • Name: Cierra
  • I Teach: Teacher's Assistant
  • Teaching Since: 2005
  • I love teaching children because: they keep things in perspective, each and every minute of every day! They are blunt, honest, sincere, kind, and remain completely open minded to try/learn new things...including new adventures!
  • Favorite Children's Book: Where the Wild Things Are and Harold and the Purple Crayon
  • Name: Jen
  • I Teach: Pre-Kindergarten
  • Teaching Since: 2000
  • I love teaching children because: A child's eyes light up and they get the biggest smiles on their faces when they succeed at doing something new.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Oh The Places You'll Go

Administration

  • Name: Heather

    Position: Director

    In Education Since: 1996

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: the way I feel when I walk into the center. I feel comfort, support, love, learning, fun and most important SAFE! Having my son here makes working at Southfield even more special. I'm truly blessed to work with a sensational staff and amazing families.

    Favorite Children's Book: "Zac's Lunch", by Margie Palatini

  • Name: Megan

    Position: Enrollment Counselor. As you are exploring your child care and early education options, I can be a valuable resource. My goal is to help you find the program that best matches the unique needs of your family.

    In Education Since: 2007

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: I am a parent of 2 children that attend Bright Horizons. My son started as a toddler and my daughter as an infant. It's a great feeling to give back to an organization that has meant so much to our family, as well as assist families with the very important decision of choosing a child care and early education program. I can be reached at 973.873.5922 or megan.aita@brighthorizons.com. I look forward to speaking with you!

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