"Welcome to Anderson's Playschool! My name is Jeanette Anderson, Director at Anderson's Playschool. I have been teaching preschool for 30 years and have loved every minute of it. I had accepted my first preschool assistant position with the Boys and Girls Club, where I taught preschoolers the necessary computer skills. Soon after, I pursued my career in education at Orange Coast College and became a certified preschool teacher. I continued my education at Riverside Community College to obtain credits to become a director for early childhood education. During this time, I spent valuable time volunteering with a local Head Start Program and a homeless family shelter, where I organized and developed their first preschool program. I taught for six years at Edgewood Pre-Primary Academy in Orange County.

 

I have always wanted to teach children, not just babysit. Once I witnessed how much a child could be taught and how an early academic-based education gives a child an advantage emotionally, socially, and intellectually, I realized my passion. Seeing a child's self-confidence grow as they grasp a new concept and skill is gratifying. This passion continues to push me to help my students obtain their highest potential. For the past twelve years, I have conducted a 36-week preschool program, Summer Camp and Mini Summer Camp, at the Orange Terrace Community Center located in Riverside. I chose the Community Center because it has allowed me to give back to my community by keeping costs low and involving parents in their child's education. Our families' needs are significant to us, and our staff is committed to meeting those needs. Much of our business comes from referrals and repeat business.

 

Would you mind coming by and visiting us anytime? I look forward to meeting you and your child/children and partnering with you in your child's early education."

 

Sincerely,

Mrs. Anderson​

“Tecolya Gaines was raised in as well as has been a resident of Riverside, CA for more than 30 years. Tecolya has been married to her husband Michael for 22 years and they have four beautiful children. Mattie 21, Isaac 19, twins Kylani and Michael Jr. 15. She is very passionate about family. Along with her husband you will find them supporting their children in their sport and performing arts activities. She has completed her ECS credential to teach in a preschool setting. Her love of teaching has led her to teach not only in a church setting, but in a professional setting as well. Tecolya has been teaching at Anderson’s Playschool under the direction of Jeanette Anderson for almost 11years. She currently teaches at the Anderson’s Playschool’s second location in Riverside. She believes teaching children and music is what she has been called to do. “I want to change the world one child at a time.” “There is a teachable moment no matter where you go.” “I want every child to believe they can do anything and make every child feel loved and important!” She believes education is very important, and she strives to educate and love every child that comes across her path.”

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Sincerely, 

Mrs. Gaines