I have a bachelor’s degree in Child Development/Family Relations from the University of Maine and a MA in Early Childhood Education from CU Denver. I have 35 years of experience working with children infants to five years old. I grew up in Massachusetts and have been in Summit County for 30 years. My husband and I have three grown children and we spend our spare time skiing, hiking, and being together as a family. Working with young children brings immense joy and fulfillment to my life. Witnessing the growth and development of these young minds is a truly rewarding experience. Every day is a new adventure.

I am so excited to start the adventure at Mountain Sprouts. I grew up in Washington state and received my BA from Western Washington University in Literature. I moved to Colorado in 2002 with my family and started to work in Early Childhood Education in 2006. I attained my MA in Early Childhood Education at CU Denver in May 2023. I love to read, cook/bake, snowboard and hike with my (now) grown up daughters and husband. Watching children learn and grow is the best part of my life.

Ms. Chrissy has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and has experience working with children of all ages in several different settings. Back in 2019 Ms. Chrissy was an assistant teacher at a Montessori school in Albuquerque, New Mexico where she worked with students in the First through Third grade age range. Most recently she was working with students from ages four to 13 in a behavioral management setting. The goal of this work was to help each child learn how to regulate their emotions, work with others, and express themselves in a healthy manner. Ms. Chrissy is so excited to work with your children at Mountain Sprouts Academy.

Ms. Ashley has been a proud Summit County resident since 2016 and currently lives in Breckenridge with her husband, Kevin, and their three children—Ellie (13), Cameron (11), and Miles (4). Before entering the field of early childhood education, Ms. Ashley served as a Victim Services Coordinator for the 5th Judicial District Attorney’s Office Special Victims Unit and as a multidisciplinary coordinator, collaborating with community partners on prevention efforts and strengthened responses to trauma. She also served as the Director of TreeTop Child Advocacy Center and worked extensively as a child forensic interviewer. These professional experiences have shaped her strong commitment to creating supportive, nurturing environments where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Ms. Ashley brings a deep passion for fostering resilience, curiosity, and confidence in young learners, honoring each child’s unique strengths while encouraging them to explore the natural world with joy and wonder.

Ms. Alyssa was born and raised in the Chicagoland area. Her mother owns a home child care center and that is where her experience and love for working with children started. Since then Ms. Alyssa has worked with children ages newborn - 18 years and children who have special needs. When Ms. Alyssa isn’t working, she spends her time hiking, camping, e-biking, and baking.

Ms. Emili grew up in San Diego and earned her degree in Psychology from the University of California, Irvine. She has experience working in diverse childcare environments, including autism centers, summer camps, and respite care. Emili is passionate about play-based learning and outdoor education, and she loves helping children explore the world through curiosity and play. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, hiking, baking, reading, and traveling.

Ms. Lydia grew up in Lee, New Hampshire, and has worked with children from newborns to 18-year-olds in a variety of settings, including camps, schools, homes, and daycares. With a strong background in special education, she is passionate about supporting each child’s unique learning journey. Ms. Lydia believes in the power of the environment as a teacher and enjoys helping children learn through exploration and play. Outside of work, she loves hiking, skiing, swimming, reading, and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Ms. Abby grew up in Leadville and graduated from Adams State University with her BA in Elementary Education. She has been working in Early Childhood Education for the last four years and coaching the Lake County Middle School Cross Country Team each fall. Ms. Abby enjoys skiing, hiking, and being outside.