Maria Early Learning Center recognizes that our staff is the heart and soul of our program. We seek candidates who have experience engaging with young children, model Gospel values, and are committed to providing quality developmentally appropriate education and loving care.
The Center hires lead teachers who have a minimum of an Associate Degree in early childhood education or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Assistant teachers possess certification as Child Development Associates (CDA). All teachers have clear background checks and most are certified in first aid, infant/child CPR, the management of communicable diseases and child abuse.
Every two years the Center invests 12 hours per teacher of continuing education in early childhood.
Administration Team
Director
Lisa Nowak, M.S.
director@mariaelc.org
Mrs. Lisa has been with the Center since April of 2004. She is extremely passionate about early childhood and strives to provide an environment of high quality for both the children and staff.
Assistant Director
Jordan Zechman, B.A.
admina@mariaelc.org
Ms. Jordan began her journey with the Center in 2020. She brings many skills with her as a long time early childhood educator. She is also very passionate about providing a environment that is supportive to all of our learners.
Learning and Development Manager
Natalie Ackley
Nataliez@mariaelc.org
Natalie began her journey with Maria Early Learning Center in 2020. She holds a B.S. in Secondary Mathematics Education with a minor in Spanish. Natalie enjoys playing a role in the toddler’s development by helping them meet milestones with creative lessons and sign language.