Our Staff
The GHCC staff is a talented group of teachers who have worked consistently with young children, both at GHCC and other schools, for many years. Please read a little bit about each teacher below!
Mrs. Kristi
(Toddler Class)
Quick Facts:
B.A. in Elementary Education with a Minor in Art from Whitworth University
Certificate in Early Childhood Education from UCLA Extension
8 years in the field of Elementary Education
6 years in the field of Early Childhood Education
At GHCC since October 2015
Family & Hobbies:
I am married to a wonderful husband and we have three kids who are in Elementary school and Middle school. Outside of teaching most of my time is spent caring for my own family, but we enjoy going on adventures together to the beach, hiking, and going to the movies. I also love reading, doing puzzles, and watercolor painting.
Mrs. Dottie - Director
(3-year-old Class)
Quick Facts:
A.A. in Child Development Cuesta College
29 years in the field of Early Childhood Education
At GHCC since January 2000
Member NAEYC
Family & Hobbies:
I am married to my High School sweetheart Pete, and have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. My husband and I feel so fortunate that our family has been able to come back to the Central Coast to work and raise their families. Coco the wonder dog keeps us company! When I’m not in my garden, I enjoy exploring our beautiful area with friends and family. I love to read, I’m a Sudoku fiend and I enjoy gym workouts with my friends, especially Pilates and Step classes. Teaching is a ‘calling’ for me,and I love working with the preschool population.
Ms. Kristen
(Asst. Teacher)
Quick Facts:
B.S. in Liberal Studies with a minor in Child Development from Cal Poly SLO
A.A in Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Science from Cuesta College
Family & Hobbies:
I moved from Clovis Ca to San Luis Obispo in 2012 where I began my education at Cuesta College and later transferred to Cal Poly. I aspire to get my multiple subject teaching credential to further pursue my goal of becoming an elementary teacher. I’m a mother to beautiful Betta fish named Daisy. Outside of teaching I enjoy hiking, camping, gardening and spending time with family and friends.
Mrs. Lindsay
(4/5-year-old Class)
Quick Facts:
B.A. in English from University of Hawai’i at Manoa
A.A. in Early Childhood Education from Cuesta College
Started at GHCC as an Assistant Teacher in 2009
Previously Assistant Teacher at Village Children’s Center in Los Osos
Family & Hobbies:
From North Dakota to Hawaii to the Central Coast I settled in 2005. I was lucky to join Grandmother’s House in 2009 as an Assistant Teacher later taking over as the Pre-K Teacher. My husband and I live happily in SLO with our little dog Penny (you might see us walking her downtown from time to time!) When I’m not teaching I’m probably exercising, reading, hiking, or enjoying a concert or dinner out with friends.
Ms. Danielle
(Music Teacher)
Quick Facts:
B.A. in Theatre Arts with a minor in Music from Cal Poly, SLO
Ms. Danielle comes to teach the students in the 3-year-old and 4/5-year-old classes twice a month!
More Info:
Danielle is a professional musician and full-time vocal instructor and in her spare time, she performs with many local theaters. She is a Resident Artist for the Children's Creative Project, as well as being a registered Music Together® teacher and Center Director for Mini Melodies.
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