"Robbie" Neubauer - employed since June 9, 2008

Did we mention that we are getting old?  Robbie has been involved with KGLC since it began in 1995.  At the age of 3, he helped his parents renovate the building by holding tools and helping with the landscaping projects (digging holes in the yard).  A recent graduate  of M.T. Sheehan High School, he is currently attending UConn and majoring in Biological Sciences.  He will be working hard to keep the center ship-shape.  Robbie was one of the original students at KGLC.

Robbie is a talented artist and has been an active member of the KGLC FAMILY for his entire life.  His ability to relate and communicate with the children has made him a role model for many of the KGLC students.  We hope he keeps up the good work now that we have to pay him. :)

Robbie hopes to study medicine and become a pediatrician.

"Miss Karen” Neubauer – employed since March 8, 2010

Karen Marie Neubauer began volunteering at Kinder-Garden Learning Center in 2008 as part of her high school graduation requirements.  As the apple does not fall from the tree, we decided to hire her as a teacher’s aide on her sixteenth birthday.

She is presently attending Mark T Sheehan High School and is a member of the girl's soccer team. She regularly attends continuing education seminars and plans on attending college after graduating to become a teacher.  She is the middle child of Robert & Maria Neubauer and a loving sister to Robbie & Kacey.  For years before she began working, she has worked diligently with her family to make KGLC the best place around for children in our community.

Miss Karen serves as a teacher's aide and works with the director on a number of special projects throughout the year.  She is always willing to fill-in where needed and is already familiar with the children.  The staff and parents all agree that she has knowledge beyond her years and a gift for communicating with children.

She is an active advocate for children’s rights and fights for the needs of young children.  Karen should be proud of her accomplishments and know that KGLC would not be the same program without everything she does for the children and families of our community.

"Miss Cassandra" Terrusa - employed since April 12, 2010

Cassandra Josephine Terrusa was born in Meriden, CT and was raised in Wallingford, CT with her parents.  She has an older sister, Angelina and a younger sister, Josephine.

She currently attends Mark T. Sheehan High School in Wallingford, CT.  She is a junior and plans to go to college for early childhood education.

She has been babysitting children since she was 12 years old and loves being a role model for young children.  At just 16 years old, KGLC is her first job and she is quickly becoming an asset to OUR FAMILY as she learns the early childhood education business.

In her spare time, Cassandra attends dance classes as she has since she was 3 years old.   

KGLC is lucky to have Cassandra as a part of OUR FAMILY and we’re positive that she will be able to incorporate her experiences at KGLC into her future goals of teaching children.

"Miss Kelly" Robinson - employed since September 24, 2010

Kelly Lee Robinson was born and raised in Waterbury, CT and moved to Meriden, CT in 2010.  She loves being with her family, friends and pets.

She graduated John F. Kennedy HS Waterbury, CT and plans to attend college to decide between career paths.  She loves working with children and animals.  She is considering a future as a veterinary assistant or a preschool teacher.

She has been babysitting children since she was 12 years old and loves being a role model for young children.  She has quickly become an asset to OUR FAMILY.  Her strong work ethic and quiet demeanor with children has endeared her to the staff and students of KGLC.

Kelly also likes to listen to different types of music.  She is an excellent young lady who babysits children on the weekends.  She can routinely be found playing with these children at the park, swimming pool or basketball court.  She also loves to read children’s stories and can often be seen with a book in her hand just before nap time at school. 

KGLC is very lucky to have Kelly as a member of OUR FAMILY and we’re sure she will be able to incorporate her experiences at KGLC into her future goals of teaching children.

"Miss Crystal” Munoz - employed since October 1, 2011

Crystal Loreen Munoz was born and raised in Meriden, CT with her parents, sisters and older brother. Crystal has a big family and is very family-oriented.

Crystal currently attends Platt High School in Meriden.  Crystal loves working with children.  Her own experience with babysitting her two younger sisters has made her want to remain a positive influence in the lives of children.

Crystal loves to spend time with her family and friends.  Crystal enjoys her position at KGLC and does a great job with children of any age.  She hopes to remain a great role model for her students and make a difference in the lives of every child she meets.

Miss Crystal serves as a teacher's aide and works with the staff on a number of special projects throughout the year.  She is always willing to fill-in where needed and is usually busy cleaning up after the children.

We are very lucky to have her as part of OUR FAMILY. 

"Miss Janixsa” Torres - employed since November 9, 2011

Janixsa Torres was born and raised in Bronx, NY and relocated to Meriden, CT in 2008.  She was introduced to us by a former teacher, Ms. Martha, and loves working with children.

 She graduated from Fashion Industries High School in New York and began attending classes at Mercy College to study psychology.  She loves reading and listening to music.

She is considering a future as a preschool teacher. 

Janixsa lives in Meriden with her son, Isaac Matthew.

She has quickly become an asset to OUR FAMILY.  Her strong work ethic and quiet demeanor with children has endeared her to the staff and students of KGLC. 

Janixsa enjoys cooking, taking care of her plants and being outdoors.  She also loves watching animal plant with her son and spending as much time with his as possible.

KGLC is very lucky to have Janixsa as a member of OUR FAMILY and we’re sure she will be able to incorporate her experiences at KGLC into her future goals of teaching children.