Our Staff
The Co-op staff includes Lead Teacher Gina Girala, and Spanish Teacher Ana Maria Renouf. They have been teaching at the Co-op for over 22 years. Both teachers have been trained in Early Childhood Education and are very committed to the children and their well-being. Ms. Gina has a Bachelor of Science in Information and Computer Science, a Child Development Associate Equivalency (CDAE), and a Director's Credential.
Certifications
- 40 hours certification from The Department of Children & Families
- 10 hours of additional instruction annually
- CPR & First Aid
Our Practice: Parental Involvement
Parents at the Co-op are required to assist once per month 8:45am until 12noon in the daily duties of running the school. These duties include preparing the school before the children arrive for the day, keeping the school clean, and leading or assisting in an art, music, or educational activity.
Mothers, fathers, grandparents, or other adult family members may work and participate in school activities.