Gillis Play and Learn Staff

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Forever In My Heart

Although I'm not their mother
I care for them each day,
I cuddle, sing and read to them
And watch them as they play.
I see each new accomplishment,
I help them grow and learn.
I understand their language,
I listen with concern.
They come to me for comfort,
And I kiss away their tears.
They proudly show their work to me,
I give the loudest cheers!
No, I'm not their mother,
But my role is just as strong.
I nurture them and keep them safe,
Though maybe not for long.
I know someday the time will come,
When we will have to part.
But I know each child I cared for,
Is forever in my heart!

~ Author Unknown ~

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Director: Tiena G.
Gillis play and Learn Supervisor: Stacey H.
Gillis play and Learn Assistant Supervisor: Erin W.
Gillis play and Learn Assistant Supervisor: Breanne M.
Tyndall Play and Learn Supervisor: Kennedy H. 

Monkey Room / TPLC Infant Room 

Gillis play and Learn: Miriam - Early Childhood Educator in training
​Gillis play and Learn: Ryleigh - CCA   

Tyndall Play and Learn: Cathy - Early Childhood Educator 3
Tyndall Play and Learn: Kendra - CCA

Shark Room / TPLC Preschool B 

Gillis play and Learn: Rozanne - Early Childhood Educator in training 
​Gillis play and Learn: Peyton - CCA 

​Tyndall Play and Learn: Holly - Early Childhood Educator 2
​Tyndall Play and Learn: Megan - CCA

Cheetah Room / TPLC Preschool C

Gillis Play and Learn: Kandyce M - Early Childhood Educator 2
Gillis Play and Learn: Jackie - CCA

Tyndall Play and Learn: Jaden - Early Childhood Educator 2 
Tyndall Play and Learn: Nicole - Early Childhood Educator in training 

School Agers

Breanne M. - Early Childhood Educator 2
Jackie N. - CCA
Giselle - CCA

Support Staff 

Gillis Play and Learn: Giselle - CCA
Gillis Play and Learn: ​Delaynee - CCA
Gillis Play and Learn: Ariel - CCA
Tyndall Play and Learn: Alexis - CCA
Tyndall Play and Learn: Ella - Marie

**Thank-you to all of the wonderful staff at Gillis Play and Learn Center for taking such great care of our children.  We appreciate everything you do each and every day!!  

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Definition of a Child Care Provider

Child Care Pro-vi-der (child'kâr prõ vid'er)n. chef, baker, janitor, sock and shoe finder, coat buttoner, boot fitter, bottle washer, grocery shopper, diaper changer, protector, dish washer, nose wiper, vegetable pusher, floor sweeper, waiter, story teller, playground attendant, PE teacher, activity director, driver, zoo keeper, inspector, aerobics instructor, tutor, entertainer, therapist, manager, derby instructor, performer, bookkeeper, self-esteem builder, teacher, helper, well wisher, nurse, traffic controller, noise controller, life saver, thinker, problem solver, engineer, designer, counselor, safety instructor, arbitrator, creator, inventor, companion, musician, historian, technician, dietitian, athlete, beautician, fire marshall, analyst, artist, dentist, scientist, biologist, technologist, accountant, manicurist, receptionist, environmentalist, pharmacist, hygienist, speech therapist, reader, builder, informer, composer, supervisor, author, navigator, peacemaker, and friend. . . . . . .