Breanna Kollar
Position: Site Supervisor
Education: I attended Minnesota State Community and Technical College where I obtained my Liberal Arts Degree and went on to Minnesota State University Moorhead where I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology.
Early Childhood Experience: Before joining The Learning Garden in March 2021, I had worked at The Goddard School in Fargo, ND for almost 7 years as a toddler assistant/lead teacher eventually helping as an Administrative Assistant.
Future Goals: To gain more knowledge, skills, and abilities in my profession to become more successful as a person and in my career.
Family, Interests & Hobbies: I just got married to my wife this last summer in July of 2020! We just got a French Bulldog puppy, and his name is Loki! I love being with my friends, I love all football, but I especially like the Vikings, and I love to do anything outdoors!
I love working with children because: Children remind me of how exciting the world can be! They encourage me to be more creative and find new ways to do things!
Favorite Quote or saying: “Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.”-Babe Ruth
Position: Site Supervisor
Education: I attended Minnesota State Community and Technical College where I obtained my Liberal Arts Degree and went on to Minnesota State University Moorhead where I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology.
Early Childhood Experience: Before joining The Learning Garden in March 2021, I had worked at The Goddard School in Fargo, ND for almost 7 years as a toddler assistant/lead teacher eventually helping as an Administrative Assistant.
Future Goals: To gain more knowledge, skills, and abilities in my profession to become more successful as a person and in my career.
Family, Interests & Hobbies: I just got married to my wife this last summer in July of 2020! We just got a French Bulldog puppy, and his name is Loki! I love being with my friends, I love all football, but I especially like the Vikings, and I love to do anything outdoors!
I love working with children because: Children remind me of how exciting the world can be! They encourage me to be more creative and find new ways to do things!
Favorite Quote or saying: “Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.”-Babe Ruth
Brynna
Position: Lead Toddler Teacher
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Twyla Mowll
Position: Toddler Teacher
Education: Currently working on my Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)
Early Childhood Experience: Before joining The Learning Garden in May 2020 I assisted my mom with her home child care, completed an internship at Minneapolis Public Schools and volunteered as a Junior Counselor.
Future Goals: My short-term goal is to complete my CDA.
Family, Interests & Hobbies: My younger brother and my dad are in Minnesota, but my mom lives in Indonesia. I love reading and history. I also know how to ride a unicycle.
I love working with children because: I enjoy seeing them become their own people.
Position: Toddler Teacher
Education: Currently working on my Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)
Early Childhood Experience: Before joining The Learning Garden in May 2020 I assisted my mom with her home child care, completed an internship at Minneapolis Public Schools and volunteered as a Junior Counselor.
Future Goals: My short-term goal is to complete my CDA.
Family, Interests & Hobbies: My younger brother and my dad are in Minnesota, but my mom lives in Indonesia. I love reading and history. I also know how to ride a unicycle.
I love working with children because: I enjoy seeing them become their own people.
Jenna Petersen
Position: Lead Preschool Teacher
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Julie Xiong
Position: Preschool Teacher
Education: High School
Early Childhood Experience: Working at The Learning Garden is my first experience working in a child care and education program. I started working at The Learning Garden in August 2018.
Future Goals: My short-term goal is to learn to play the piano.
Family, Interests & Hobbies: I have 3 brothers and 3 sisters. I enjoy singing and playing the guitar.
I love working with children because: I get to see many smiles!
Favorite Quote: “The scariest moment is always just before you start.”-Stephen King
Position: Preschool Teacher
Education: High School
Early Childhood Experience: Working at The Learning Garden is my first experience working in a child care and education program. I started working at The Learning Garden in August 2018.
Future Goals: My short-term goal is to learn to play the piano.
Family, Interests & Hobbies: I have 3 brothers and 3 sisters. I enjoy singing and playing the guitar.
I love working with children because: I get to see many smiles!
Favorite Quote: “The scariest moment is always just before you start.”-Stephen King
Emma
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Madi Burger
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Emily Kettering
Position: Preschool Teacher
Education: Some College, currently working on obtaining my Child Development Associate’s Credential (CDA)
Early Childhood Experience: Working at The Learning Garden is my first experience in a center, but I’ve always enjoyed playing and being around children. I joined The Learning Garden in October 2019.
Future Goals: I plan on finishing college while continuing to work at The Learning Garden.
Family, Interests & Hobbies: My family consists of my mom and dad and one brother. I’m currently living in an apartment with my friends, and I love photography, exploring nature and seeking adventure whenever I can.
I love working with children because: No matter what kind of day I’m having, the children’s smiles and goofiness always makes my heart happy!
Favorite Quote or saying: “Just keep swimming!” -Dory
Position: Preschool Teacher
Education: Some College, currently working on obtaining my Child Development Associate’s Credential (CDA)
Early Childhood Experience: Working at The Learning Garden is my first experience in a center, but I’ve always enjoyed playing and being around children. I joined The Learning Garden in October 2019.
Future Goals: I plan on finishing college while continuing to work at The Learning Garden.
Family, Interests & Hobbies: My family consists of my mom and dad and one brother. I’m currently living in an apartment with my friends, and I love photography, exploring nature and seeking adventure whenever I can.
I love working with children because: No matter what kind of day I’m having, the children’s smiles and goofiness always makes my heart happy!
Favorite Quote or saying: “Just keep swimming!” -Dory
Eva Stueber
Position: Kitchen Aide/Float
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