Our Staff

Our staff are highly trained in early childhood education and are dedicated to providing individualized emotional support and guidance for each child. We also invest in our teachers’ growth through ongoing education, training opportunities, and access to resources, while empowering them to create a unique and nurturing learning environment. Thanks to this support, our staff turnover rate remains very low.

Our teachers spend their days actively listening, playing, and engaging with your children. They are patient and attentive, providing extra support when needed—whether helping a child learn a new skill or assisting a new student as they adjust to the center.

Meet the Team

Ms. Shannon

Director
Hello! I’m Ms. Shannon, and I’ve been part of A Place of My Own for 8 years. I have four children, two of whom are adults, and I love spending time with my family. When I get a little time for myself, I enjoy reading.
I’ve been working in childcare for 30 years, with experience as a preschool teacher, nanny, and director at a previous school before taking time off to raise my two youngest children. I hold many Early Childhood Education units and an AA with a concentration in Psychology. Since I was a child, I knew I wanted to work with children, and I feel incredibly fortunate to help shape and support their growth and learning.
Ms. Jamie

Ms. Jamie has dedicated 25 years to early childhood education and has been a valued member of A Place of My Own since 2003. She has a passion for preschool-aged children and loves guiding them as they explore, learn, and grow through each stage of development.
Born in the Bay Area and mostly raised in Napa, Ms. Jamie is a proud mother of three and has had the joy of watching many of her students grow into remarkable young men and women.
Ms. Vickie

Hello! I’m Ms. Vickie, and I’ve been part of A Place of My Own for about 16 years. I spent most of that time as a teacher’s aide before completing the early childhood courses needed to become a fully qualified preschool teacher. I love my job and enjoy working closely with children and their families.
I’m a proud mother of three girls, and when I’m not teaching or being mom, I love painting by number. Thank you for trusting us with your children—it’s a true joy to watch them grow and learn every day.
Ms. Socorro

I was born and raised in Napa, and I’ve always dreamed of working with children. My passion began early—at 15, I started caring for the children around me. I pursued this path by taking Child and Family Development courses at Napa Valley College and began working as a substitute teacher, which inspired me to continue my education.
During school, I joined the NVC preschool program as a teacher assistant, then gained experience at the Boys and Girls Club and St. John Baptist School. These experiences taught me how to support and guide children in their learning.
After a brief detour working elsewhere, I found my true home at A Place of My Own. I feel incredibly grateful to be part of this community, and I love seeing the children learn, grow, and smile each day—it’s what inspires me to be the best teacher I can be.
Ms. Jolene

Hello! I’m Ms. Jolene. I spent over 20 years caring for the elderly before discovering my passion for working with children. Growing up, I babysat and gained experience at the Boys and Girls Club, and my first role as a teacher’s aide at a local Napa preschool inspired me to pursue teaching full-time. I completed my child development courses at Napa Valley College and am now a fully qualified teacher.
I have been a part of A Place of My Own for over two years, and it has been an incredibly positive experience. I feel very blessed to be part of such a wonderful community.