Ms. Rhonda

The early years.....

My youngest brother was born when I was in first grade so I was always helping my mom from a very early age!

I started 'sitting' for all the younger kids in my neighborhood by age 12!

My dad had 12 brothers and sisters so grew up surrounded by family and developed a love for having a family centered life.

After I was married and had my first child, I started helping other friends out with their kids. When Cory and Ashley started school, I went to work for a law firm and stayed there until my pregnancy with Tyler.

When Tyler was born I was unable to part with him, choosing instead to bring other children into my home!

Of course this wasn't a hard decision to make ... how many other professions include the daily perks of children's laughter, wide eyed innocence and all the hugs and kisses you could handle?!

NOT JUST A BASEBALL MOM..... some useful experiences....

Although a dedicated childcare provider, I am a veteran MOM. I kiss 'boo-boos', snuggle during story time, give piggy back rides, paint with my fingers, sing children’s songs, setup the most amazing Hot Wheel Track, practice ABC's bake homemade treats, enjoy the sprinkler/water balloons in the summer... playing in the snow and making GREAT snow families! I believe in FUN FUN FUN! :)

I have childcare experiences with Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder, Hyperactivity, Speech Therapy and Asthmatics.

I also have hundreds of hours  in infant and toddler related training courses which include:

• Safety
• Nutrition
• Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
• Discipline and Behavior Management
• Child Growth and Development
• Early Childhood Care and Education
• Healthy Environments
• Safe Toys and Safe Spaces
• Family Relationships
• Illness In Childcare
• Menu Magic

I am active in community events  and volunteer for CHOA. I was team mom for my sons baseball team many years.

I was an assistant brownie leader and always the mom that went on the field trips!

I am an artist and have taught many classes and given private lessons. I love expression through creativity! I am an avid photographer and take more pictures than I can ever usually print out!!!

I was the lead teacher for the Toddler program of a local  commercial Daycare for two years. I am CPR and first aid certified.