Meet Ms. Melanie, an experienced and passionate Christian educator with over 17 years of experience teaching preschool-aged children. With a degree in Early Childhood Education and Culinary Arts, as well as certifications in First Aid and ServSafe, Ms. Melanie brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her teaching. Ms. Melanie was inspired to work with children because she loves creating an environment where they can use their God-given abilities to explore, grow, and thrive. As a teacher, she believes in providing children with individualized teaching that helps them reach their full potential and feel confident in their abilities.In addition to teaching preschool, Ms. Melanie has also worked with school-aged children and led cooking classes at farmers' markets for kids of all ages. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of providing children with the right materials and environment to foster their creativity and imagination. When she's not teaching, Ms. Melanie loves to cook and bake - in fact, she often shares her delicious creations with friends and family. She also enjoys staying active through hiking and other outdoor activities, and is actively involved in her church. She and her husband live in Santa Barbara, CA.