Creative Christian Learning Center
Welcome to Our Team

Emilee Wall
Director
Hi friends! I'm Emilee, the Owner and Director here at Creative Christian Learning Center. My love for early childhood education actually started way back in highschool! After studying it in college, I jumped right back into the preschool world, and I've been loving every single messy, joyful, and wonderful moment of it. My heart is truly rooted in this community. Alongside my talented staff, my biggest passion is guiding your little ones to know Jesus while building a fun, nurturing foundation for their academics. When Im not at the preschool you can usually find me at our family property! I'm married to my wonderful husband, and we are perfectly outnumbered by girls. We have three beautiful daughters and another sweet babygirl on the way! We love riding our horses, raising feral girls, and embracing the beautiful chaos of family. I can't wait to meet your family and welcome your little ones into ours!

Meet the Team

Haley Dodd
Hello! My name is Haley, and I have been an early childhood educator for the past three years. Working with young children has been incredibly rewarding, and I have loved every minute of it. My passion for childcare began when I was younger through babysitting, and I always knew I wanted to build a career working with children as I grew older. One of my favorite parts of working with this age group is watching each child grow, develop their unique personality, and reach new milestones. It is truly special to be a part of their learning journey and help foster their confidence, curiosity, and creativity. When I’m not at work, you can usually find me curled up with a good book or napping away the day. I also enjoy camping, exploring the outdoors, and going on spontaneous adventures whenever I get the chance. I look forward to creating a fun, nurturing, and positive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Elizabeth Hurtado
Hello, I am Miss Elizabeth! I have been working with children for over 16 years and have proudly been apart of CCLC family for over 11 years. Early Childhood Education is my passion because every child brings a unique personality, curiosity, and joy to the classroom. I believe the kindness, patience, and encouragement are the foundations of a positive learning experience. When I am not in the classroom, I enjoy dancing, singing karaoke with my friends and family, and traveling wheneverver I can. I love making lifelong memories with my loved ones and bringing the same sense of fun, creativity, and enthusiasm into my teaching each day! My goal is to create a classroom where children feel safe, valued, and excited to explore the world around them.

Deena Cooper
Hello and welcome! My name is Deena and for over 30 years, I have dedicated my life to shaping young minds across both preschool and school-age classrooms. My true passion is teaching and witnessing pure joy of a child's smiling face when they master a new skill. I strive daily to be a positive, lasting impact that shines brightly on every student who walks through my door. I believe that a warm, nurturing environment is the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.

Kenzie Spence
Hi, I am Kenzie and I am 26 years old. My passion for working with children began in high school when I started babysitting for my neighbors kids. What started as a part-time responsibility quickly grew into a genuine love for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. After moving away for college, I continued working with children by nannying for several families while pursuing my education. Over the years, I have gained exeperience caring for children of various ages, incudin serving as a travel nanny and accompanying families on vacations to provide consistent, reliable childcare. As my experience grew I discovered that I not only enjoyed caring for children but also loved teaching them. This realization led me to work at a daycare, where I had the opportunity to create engaging activities, support childrens developmental milestones, and foster positive learning environments. Working with children has been one of the most rewarding parts of my life, and I am passionate about providing safe, nurturing, and enriching environemnts where every child can feel supported, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Monica Nunes
Hello, I'm Monica. I have known for as long as I can remember that I wanted to work with children. I hold a Bachelors Degree in ECE and have worked with children of all ages for the past 19 years. I believe the early years are the most important in a child's development. Outside of work I am the proud mother of three amazing children, who truly are my world. They have taught me a depth of love and appreciation that has strengthened my passion for working with children. I feel incredibly fortunate to play a role in helping young children grow and thrive during this special stage of life.