Our StaffAll of our teachers are CPR/First Aid certified and have at least 12 ECE’s with all holding or working toward a CA Child Development Permit.

Ms. Deidre

Executive Director

Ms. Deidre has been in preschools since 2006. She has a Masters of Education in Early Childhood Development from the University of Phoenix and holds a Child Development Program Director Permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.  She is dedicated to providing an opportunity for all children to build a good foundation on which they can build a successful educational career and move on to be successful, productive adults.

Emily Walton

Director

Ms. Rebecca

Office Manager

"I love my role at Launch Pad Learning because I get to meet all of our new families and help get them ready to come to school. The best thing about each day is seeing all of our families and children and seeing how they learn and grow. I'm still a big kid at heart." Words that describe Ms. Rebecca are: creative, organized, charismatic, well spoken, positive, tenacious, caring, goal oriented, and problem solver.

Ms. Alex

Lady Bug Teacher & Assistant Director

"I love my role at Launch Pad Learning because I can inspire and encourage children to always try their best at any task. In the classroom, my greatest strength is engaging children in hands-on activities and teaching through play. The best thing about each day is that every day is an exciting day for us to learn through exploration and play. The best thing about working with children is watching them grow and become more independent as they discover the world around them and themselves." Words that describe Ms. Alex: organized, patient, observant, calm, dedicated, creative, caring, helpful, nurturing, encouraging, prepared, and loving.

Ms. Claudia

Closing Teacher

"I love my role at Launch Pad Learning because I help each class in every way that I can; helping is something that I enjoy doing. In the classroom, my greatest strength is helping the teacher serve lunch to the children, keeping the class clean, and having patience with the children. The best thing about each day is being able to spend time with children and having a good time doing activities with them. The best thing about working with children is watching the children grow and helping them expand their knowledge. Also, seeing them smile lights up the room. I close the school and stay with all the groups." Words that describe Ms. Claudia: friendly, trustworthy, loving, responsible, accountable, patient, and caring.

Ms. Patricia

Jund Bugs Teacher

"I love my role at Launch Pad Learning because I want to make a change and be a supporter to the children. In the classroom, my greatest strength is my communication skills and being friendly with the children. The best thing about each day is that I enjoy working with the children, witnessing them develop and grow. The best thing about working with children is making a positive change in the life of a child by helping them learn. I'm married with children." Words that describe Ms. Patricia: friendly, organized, communicator, lovely, caring, patient, respectful, listener, empathetic, adaptable, and good classroom manager.

Ms. Antoinette

Lady Bugs Teacher

"I love my role at Launch Pad Learning because the teacher that works with me is great and I love children learning. In the classroom, my greatest strength is teaching through activities and playing. The best thing about each day is seeing the children laughing and having fun. The best thing about working with children is seeing how much they learn and that they make friends. I have patience and love to have fun." Words that describe Ms. Antoinette: loving, patient, caring, friendly, and responsible.

Ms. Sonia

Assistant Director: Infants, Toddlers, & 2-year-olds

"I love my role at Launch Pad Learning because I can see children's progress in their development. In the classroom, my greatest strength is dramatic play. The best thing about each day is circle time because we get to sing and learn together. The best thing about working with children is to receive their love and watch them grow. I love arts and all creative endeavors. I love theater, dance, sewing and other crafts." Words that describe Ms. Sonia: friendly, responsible, disciplined, generous, loving, caring, funny, talkative, and responsible.

Ms. Naima

Lady Bugs Teacher

"I love my role at Launch Pad Learning. In the classroom, my greatest strength is explaining activities, math, and social skills to the students. Moreover, I will teach them values. The best thing about each day is discovering the thoughts of the child and his or her different behavior. The best thing about working with children is learning, honesty, imagination, and happiness. I am trying my best and improve myself every day." Words that describe Ms. Naima: Happy, ready, learner, improving, observant, problem solver, and positive.

Mr. Michael

Chef

Ms. La Tease

Butterflies Teacher