My name is Brittani Allen and I am from Carlisle, PA. I’ve been working in child care since 2007 and I have been with Primrose Candelas for 4 years now. I’ve previously worked for Primrose and most recently for Jeffco Public Schools. I have completed my Early Childhood Education Associates degree at Red Rocks Community College. I am excited to build relationships with the children and families at Primrose Candelas.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have been working with kids for 16 years, since I was 18. I have worked every job under the sun, from after school care, to ABA therapy, to a cook in the kitchen, to a Preschool Director. ​

Education: I have an Associate’s Degree in Human Services and a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Child Development. ​

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love witnessing the growth, because you can see it in young children as they develop new physical and verbal skills. By the time they reach Preschool, you can see it in how they interact socially.

Languages Spoken in the Home: English and Spanish ​

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Lexie, The Frenchie​

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Read, paint, cook, play video games, and watch shows in different languages (Korean, Mandarin, Hindi, Japanese)

I’ve been in Childcare for roughly 5 years now and also spent a few months working in ABA. ​

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of child care specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning. ​I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.​

Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have been with Primrose Schools for six years now and have experience in curriculum design and educational leadership. I enjoy working closely with teachers, administrators, and parents. My leadership philosophy centers on empowering educators to be leaders in their own classrooms, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and reflection.​

Education: I have a background in fine arts, and later on shifted into business management and education. ​

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: helping students discover their strengths and motivating them to push beyond their limits. Whether it’s through engaging lessons, encouraging self-reflection, or fostering a sense of community,create an environment where students not only excel academically but also develop into compassionate, engaged individuals who are ready to contribute positively to society.​

Favorite Children’s Book: Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling​

Favorite Holiday: Halloween​

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Dia de los Muertos and Lunar New Year​

Favorite Family Tradition: Apple picking and pumpkin patches in the fall! Also – watching Harry Potter every Christmas is a must. ​

Languages Spoken in the Home: English​

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): One cat – his name is Bagira!​

In My Personal Time, I Like To: camping, hiking

I’m Mallory. I’ve lived in Colorado for a year, my family moved here from Illinois. I have a daughter, one dog, and three cats. I have been a nanny for 10 years before going to school to be teacher qualified in child care. I have worked in child care for 3 years.

I’m Cassie. I have been married for 18 years, and have 3 daughters.  I have lived in Colorado my whole life, and have lived in the Arvada area since 2017. I have been caring for children since 2003 and my education background is in Early Childhood Education where I studied at Red Rocks community College.

I’m Kaitlyn. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I’ve been working in Childcare for the past 5 years now. I love being adventurous and going out to explore but also staying home sometimes. ​I have been working with kids since 2016. I started in summer camps, then school age kids, and for the last 4 years I have been in ECE.

Hello! My name is Karla. I love working with all ages and I love traveling! I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Studies with a minor in Criminal Justice.

I’m Megan. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I was born in a small town called Fallon, Nevada. I moved to Colorado back in 2001 and been in the Westminster area ever since. I absolutely love being in childcare. I have had a passion in teaching since middle school. 

My name is Monica Bello and I was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I have one daughter, one grandson and one granddaughter. I lived in Boulder for 28 years and I moved to Arvada to be closer to my grandchildren. I started working in a preschool as a student helper in 1992 while attending the University of Colorado at Boulder.Two years later I became an Early Childhood Educator (lead teacher/ mentor/ supervisor) After I earned my Master degree, I decided to do an internship/alternative licensing focusing in the Reggio Emilia approach. I worked mostly with Infants and young toddlers. I have experience with children from 0 to 12 years old.

I’m Bailey. I love working with and teaching kids. I love listening to music, spending time with my people and exploring our beautiful state whenever I can!​ I have worked at a school age child care/summer camp for 5 years. I took care of 90 children from ages 4-11. I have my AS and BS in Elementary Education. I plan to pursue my Master’s in Counseling.

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Child Care/Teaching Experience: So far I have been at Primrose for a year. Prior to working here my experience was from babysitting family and friends​

Education: I graduated high school in 2022 from Pomona High and will graduate college in 2026.​

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Getting to know each child’s individual personality. While also learning each child’s strengths and interests.​

Favorite Children’s Book: The Giving Tree​

Favorite Holiday: Christmas  ​

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: During Christmas Eve my family partakes in the celebrating of the Feast of Seven Fishes where we eat fish to give us luck in the next year​

Favorite Family Tradition: Sunday dinners at my grandparent’s house​

Languages Spoken in the Home: English​

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): I have two dogs! Their names are Mabel and Josie. They are both soft coated wheaten terriers and they are my girls!​

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Be outside! I love hiking with my roommates and getting out of the house.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: This is my first time working in childcare.​

Education: I have my high school diploma from Arvada Senior High School. ​

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Being able to see these kids smile and be kids, it reminds me of when I was that age.​

Favorite Children’s Book:  Green Eggs and ham by Dr Seuss​

Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving​

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Winter Equinox​

Languages Spoken in the Home: English, French, ASL​

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): 3 dogs: Jett, Charlie, and Bossman​

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Watch movies, read comic books, spend time with my significant other, and playing video games on my Nintendo GameCube

I’m Ben. I’m from Virginia, near Washington D.C.,  in Colorado for 6 years. My wife and I have two sons. We live in Arvada with 2 dogs and a cat. We enjoy getting out for walks and going to local restaurants when possible. I’m a big sports guy (not so much playing as watching these days) and love to get outside and to the mountains when possible

I’m Lexi. I am a college student studying Health and Exercise Sciences. I am fun and outgoing and love trying new things. I have a few little ones in my family who I have watched and cared for. I have also babysat for friends and family.