Staff

Valerie joined the BBCDC team as director in 2023. She brings more than 25 years of experience in childcare. As an early childhood educator, Valerie has a special interest in classroom management, curriculum development and helping children thrive. She believes building positive relationships among children, staff and families is key for a child’s success.

Valerie previously directed the nonprofit Coon Rapids Day Care Center in Coon Rapids, MN, and has served as an assistant director, lead teacher, school education manager, and curriculum coordinator for several faith-based childcare centers in Minnesota. She holds a bachelor’s degree in child psychology and two master’s degrees in elementary education and early childhood education.

Our staff includes full-time classroom teachers for infants, toddlers, preschool, prekindergarten and school age students, part-time classroom aides and a cook. We also invite volunteers (pending safety screenings) to assist in classrooms and with special activity days.