Meet The Teachers
Mary Lou
Owner
Children and education have been my life's work. In June of 2020, I retired as principal of Nelson Elementary School after 32 years with the Hillsborough County School District. In November of 2020, I became the proud owner of Walden Lake Early Learning Center.
Annisa
Director
Years at WLELC
27 years
Years in Childcare
27 years
What I love most about working with children is that every day I get to see the excitement on their little faces, I get the best hugs and I get to hear their funny little stories. I seriously have the best job in the world!
In my spare time I like to spend time with my family and go to theme parks.
Kim
Super Sailor VPK
Years at WLELC
15 years
Years in Childcare
35 years
What I love most about working with children is that it's fun and rewarding. I love seeing them learn new skills and gain confidence throughout the school year.
In my spare time I like going to the beach, boating, and spending time with family.
Chelsea
Little Sluggers
Years at WLELC
5 years
Years in Childcare
8 year
What I love most about working with children is the excitement they have when they learn something new.
In my spare time I like to drink coffee and spend time with my family.
Mary
Superheros
Years at WLELC
16 years
Years in Childcare
20 years
What I love most about working with children is seeing the smiles and excitement on their faces to come to school each day, and hearing all their silly stories they like to share.
In my spare time I like to spend time with family.
Morgan
VPK PT
Years at WLELC
1st year
Years in Childcare
3 years
What I love most about working with children is the connection built teaching new things.
In my spare time I like to go to the zoo, target, spend time with Emmy.
Sherry T
Forest Friends
Years at WLELC
13 years
Years in Childcare
20 years
What I love most about working with children is that I can give them a good start in life by helping them in developing social skills in a safe caring atmosphere. And the stories I hear at circle time that happens at home.
In my spare time I like to spend time with my family and watch the Rays play.
Donna
Marvelous Monkeys
Years at WLELC
13 years
Years in Childcare
28 years
What I love most about working with children is that the love they show you is unconditional. To see them greet you in the morning with so much happiness melts your heart. They allow you to be silly and you can be a kid yourself.
In my spare time I like to spend time with family and friends.
Lizzy
Marvelous Monkeys- Afterschool
Years at WLELC
1st year
Years in Childcare
3 Years
What I love most about working with children is making meaningful connections and relationships with the kids and playing a role in their growth and development.
In my spare time, I enjoy outdoor activities with friends and binge watching movies.
Monica
Floater
Years at WLELC
6 years
Years in Childcare
6 years
What I love most about working with children is that you see so many smiles! You celebrate the little things every single day! And no single day at work is the same.
In my spare time I like to spend time with family.
Alysa
Super Sailors VPK
Years at WLELC
1st year
Years in Childcare
1 year
What I love most about working with children is making relationships with the kids and watching them grow.
In my spare time I like to spend time with friends and family.
Karina
Little Sluggers VPK
Years at WLELC
1st year
Years in Childcare
1st year
What I love most about working with children is that there is never a dull moment.
In my spare time I like to go camping and fishing with my husband and two kids.
Catherine
Superheros
Years at WLELC
1st year
Years in Childcare
5 years
What I love most about working with children is
In my spare time I like to read and hangout with friends and family.
Dylan
Website Manager + After-Schooler Substitute
Years at WLELC
9th Year-
Years in Childcare
8 years
What I love most about working with children is the constant energy that they bring on a daily basis and how no day is the same.
In my spare time I like to eat out with all my friends and watch sports.
Sherry S
Forest Friends
Years at WLELC
3 years
Years in Childcare
3 years
What I love most about working with children is watching to see how much they learn and their different personalities.
In my spare time I like to shop and spend time with family.
Jamie
Marvelous Monkeys
Years at WLELC
1st year
Years in Childcare
4 years
What I love most about working with children is bonding with each child and seeing how they progress throughout the year.
In my spare time I like to spend time with my husband and three kids Lilymay, Sammylee, Johnny, coach softball, and craft.
Lyndsay
Super Suesses