Staff - Root for Kids

Staff

At Root for Kids, our dedicated staff embodies a deep-rooted passion for early childhood development, driven by the unwavering belief that every child in our community deserves a nurturing, strong beginning in life. With a team of highly skilled professionals, we are committed to providing exceptional support and resources tailored to the unique needs of each child, ensuring they have the foundation to thrive both now and in their future by being school-ready. Our approach to early childhood education and support services not only fosters individual growth and learning but also strengthens the fabric of our community by guaranteeing that its youngest members receive the best possible start. By choosing to focus on comprehensive development and well-being, Root for Kids stands as a beacon of hope and progress in child advocacy, making a significant, lasting impact on the lives of children and their families.

 

“Gardeners are good at nurturing, and they have a great quality of patience, they’re tender. They have to be persistent.” – Ralph Fiennes

Chief Executive Officer
Suzanne Leonelli

Chief Financial Officer
Greg Eberhard

Health Services Officer
Tena Heward, RN

Human Resources Officer
Malynne Clayburn

Chief Development Officer
Janie Belliston

Marketing Director
Christy Day

Events Coordinator
Michelle Sundberg

Community Engagement Coordinator
Samantha Wilson

Fiscal Coordinator
Penny Nutall

Health Services Coordinator
Jordane Bromley, RN

Health Services Assistant
Glendi Iniguez

Registered Nurse
Stacie Holt, RN

Registered Nurse
Megan Eads, RN

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Sandra Petersen, LMFT

Registered Nurse
Sarah Jones, RN

Facilities Coordinator
Bill Wainwright

IT Director
Raquel Adams Cox

Receptionist
Mariana Lawrentz

Custodian
Maribel Guerrero

Records Administrator
Susan Foley

EHS Deputy Director
Kallie Stewart

Recruitment & Enrollment Specialist
Stacey Parra

Family Partnership Coordinator
Lorena Gutierrez

Family Support Specialist
Leticia Rodriguez

Family Support Specialist
Zahandra Hutchings

Family Support Specialist
Ana Diaz

Family Support Specialist
Cari Orr

Compliance Coordinator
Maria Fierro

Family Support Specialist
Yolanda Saucedo

Compliance Coordinator
Jessica Bennett

Center Based Teacher
Danya Cook

Family Support Specialist
Quartney Kiel

Center Based Coordinator
Cary Jones

Family Support Specialist
Makayla Rands

Early Intervention Director
Crystal Ghica

Early Intervention Coach
Kristin Evans

Physical Therapist
Rebecca Meachum

Developmental Specialist
Rayanna Brunsman

Developmental Specialist
Heidi Cooper Jeffs

Developmental Specialist
Emily Stewart

Developmental Specialist
Rita Richards

Developmental Specialist
Jonathon Heninger

Occupational Therapist
Lauren Ortiz

Speech & Language Pathologist
Ashlee Sparrow

Speech & Language Pathologist
Kelly Lundberg

Site Coordinator
Jurea Ben

Developmental Specialist
Rayanna Brunsman

Developmental Specialist
Maria Dewitt Gama

Speech & Language Pathologist
Holly Harward

Developmental Specialist
Erica Peterson

Developmental Specialist
Tiffany Miller

Developmental Specialist
Andrea Smith

Physical Therapist Contractor
Brandon Gust

Physical Therapist Contractor
Cathy Hill

Speech & Language Pathologist Contractor
Elaine Hicken

Speech & Language Pathologist Contractor
Steffanie Reeder

Speech & Language Pathologist Contractor
Angie Zitting

Speech & Language Pathologist Contractor
Jeanna Zitting

Speech & Language Pathologist Contractor
Sally Zitting

Occupational Therapist Contractor
Deanne Peterson

Occupational Therapist Contractor
Lois Boomer

Parents as Teachers Director
Alicia Weigle

First Things First Coordinator
Dixie Spencer

Family Support Specialist
Natalia Herrera

Family Support Specialist
Anna Montalvo

Family Support Specialist
Gabriela Hurtado

Cook
Belem Gamez

Childcare Coordinator/Family Advocate
Tiah Wright

Lead Teacher
Cassie Gotcher

Teacher
Rebekah Sutton

Teacher
Julissa Caraveo

Teacher
Emilee Holdaway

Kindermusik Director 
Marnie Hansen

Kindermusik Instructor
Megan Buck

Kindermusik Instructor & Developmental Specialist
Andrea Smith

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