employees

My name is Kim Ridenour.

I am the mother of 2 boys. We added our new addition in March 2008. He is a Beautiful Talented little boy. We have been blessed once again. I have been married to my husband Dirk for 20 years now. I am the Director of Small Miracles Child Development Center.

I have had many years of experience in a teacher, child care/director environment. (Over 17 years)

I have focused my education in Child Development and Child Care Administration. I currently hold a Certificate of Mastery in Child Development and a CECPD Oklahoma Director's Credential through the University of Oklahoma.

I am an active member of the Oklahoma Director's Association, currently serving as the Treasure. I also hold a CDL in transportation & the required SAFE KIDS TRANSPORTATION trainings.

Education is a continious need when working in this field.

I would like to welcome each of you to our wonderful facility. We are a 2 Star Licensed for 80, Full Day Facility. We provide daily care in an age appropriate learning environment with nutritional child education & meals following the USDA food guidlines for children ages 6 weeks -- 12 years.

We have a great group of teachers. Our teachers are active in on-going child development college courses.

They hold and follow up with First Aid/CPR Infant/Child/Adult

and participate on recommended training programs, conferences and other aspects of professional growth.

Our teachers are posted below with a little information about themselves. For further information about our program, please feel free to contact Child Care Licensing at 1-800-270-0797.

My Name is Tammy Wilson. I enjoy working at Small Miracles as a Master Infant Teacher. I am a mother of 3 children. I am very close to achieving my Elementary Ed. Degree. I drive a school bus for the Cushing Public Schools. I have many years of experience.

Kelcey Wilson is our after care teacher helper. Kelcey is currently a Cushing High School Student. Kelcey is involved in Cheer and is the daughter of Tammy and Joey Wilson.

Ms. Christy & Ms. Tawnya

Tammy & her Babies!!

Ms. Stephanie, Ms. Jennifer, & Ms. Jalisa with the 1's Classroom

Ms. Tammy & Ms. Kylie (INFANT TEACHERS)

Mr. Derek & Mr. James

7-12 yr. School Age Teachers

Derek & James are Seniors at Cushing High School

Derek has been a Teen Aid since he was 13 for Small Miracles.

Then Became employeed at the age of 16.

James is fulfilling his 2nd year with us also.

Ms. Charlotte is the Master Teacher of Preschool and helps with school age through the summer. Charlotte has had many years of education and experience and two beautiful daughters of her own.

Derek Ridenour has been our "Teen Aide" for the past 3 Years.

He is now 17 and is assisting the school age group with homework needs, ...

Derek currently attends Cushing High School.

He has many goals in education, one attending OSU and becoming a Chemist Educator or Engineer.

Derek has maintained a 4.0 while participating in the OSU Scholar Educational Program for many years now. Derek serves in many organizations such as Student Council, Drama, and many others within his school. He enjoys his time helping the teachers during the summer at Small Miracles.

The children of all ages adore him!

Ms Kim & Ms Jo

Jolynne Jones is our Great Cook/and Person In Charge when Kim is out.

I have 3 children. I have had over 8 years in a child care setting & currently hold a Child Development Associate & Certificate of Mastery, while continuing my education with NOC to obtain my Associate Degree.

I am here to provide a healthy meal each and everyday. The children love to learn about Nutrition and I love teaching them! Wednesday is our special day that is set asside for Child Nutrition Education Time. I also Transport the PM School Age After Care, while holding a CDL & other required trainings in Safe Kids Transportation.

Ms. Rachel has her Bachelor's Degree In Early Childhood!

Our New Master Preschool Teacher!!

Jennifer Annis-Teacher, Stephanie Gray-Master 4-6's Teacher, Jalisa Gray-Teacher & Alex Wehrenberg -TeenTeacher Helper

Stephanie Gray has had several years working in a child care setting. She is The Master Teacher in the 4-6's Room. She is also currently working towards my Associate Degree in Child Development. I am the mother of 1 son.

My name is Tawnya Miller. I am currently working as the Master Teacher with the 2's group. I am attending NOC to obtain my Associates in Child Development. I have had many years of experience in a child care setting. I have 3 children of my own.

Kylie Hicks is a Teacher Helper in the Infants. She just recently finished her ELCCT training Through CECPD. The Children adore her!

Celestine Hatfield is a teacher with Small Miracles Preschool. She is also enrolled through our program with NOC to further her education in Child Development And Now has one child named Landry!

Ms. Jalisa is a teacher in the 4-6's. Jalisa is currently taking courses at NOC in Child Development to obtain her Child Development Associate.

Mr. James Hutchison is assisting School Age.

Ms. Britny, Ms. Barbara, Ms. Sarah, & Ms. Tawnya with the 2's

Ms. Celestine, Ms.Charlotte, & Ms. Rachel

with 3's Preschool!!

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