Children 18 months-2 1/2 years old
Children in our toddler programs will work on developing their independence. Our caregivers support and encourage toddlers by allowing them to explore the limits of their abilities through social interactions and developmentally appropriate activities. Teachers will begin to work with children on recognizing their colors and shapes and developing their large and small motor skills through play.
Wee 1’s:
approx. 18 months- 2 years
Jennifer Nuffer,
Wee 1’s Lead Teacher
Jen has been an integral part of Heaven’s Elect Christian Learning Center since 2018. With over 180 hours of Child Development training and more than ten years of experience working with children, she is deeply committed to fostering a nurturing and enriching environment for our youngest learners.
Jen is a firm advocate of the belief that children learn best through play. She is dedicated to supporting each child’s individual growth through positive, daily interactions. By providing developmentally appropriate materials and experiences, she crafts a play-based curriculum that stimulates creativity and encourages exploration. Jen engages her students in activities such as music, dance, storytelling, and messy art to inspire their imaginative and cognitive development.
Jen is a strong believer in God’s calling on her life. She strives to be a positive role model for her students, allowing His love to shine through in all she does. She hopes to guide the children in her care as they grow in both knowledge and faith, instilling in them the values she holds dear.
Outside of the classroom, Jen is a devoted reader and enjoys spending quality time outdoors with her family, which includes her two young daughters.
2Cute:
approx. 2-2.5 years
Monica Newlin,
2Cute Lead Teacher
Monica joined the Heaven’s Elect family in 2020 and brings over eight years of experience working with children. She has taken Child Development classes at Delta College and is deeply committed to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for toddlers.
Monica believes toddlers thrive when given the freedom and space to explore and discover their world. By providing gentle, caring guidance, she ensures that each child has the opportunity to learn and grow at their own pace. Her favorite part of teaching is witnessing the joy and excitement in children when they accomplish something new.
Growing up, Monica’s mom had a profound influence on her relationship with God. Now, Monica delights in sharing these stories and lessons with the children in her class, helping them connect to faith from an early age.
When she’s not occupied with our two-year-olds, Monica travels the state with her husband. Together, they like to pick a town they’ve never been to and explore. They also love choosing a different country and visiting it “remotely” by trying various recipes and listening to music from other places. Afterward, they mark it on the world map they display in their house.