Lori Johnson, Manager

Lori has been a part of the Tot's Place program since 1991; beginning as a parent of an enrolled child and a University student. Upon completion of her Early Childhood degree, she began employment as an assistant teacher. Over the years Lori has served as assistant teacher, lead teacher, early childhood specialist, assistant manager, and as the manager since 1997.

Lori is also responsible for coordinating with the Early Childhood Education academic program and serves as an adjunct faculty member.

Deborah Roberts, Assistant Manager

Debbie joined the Tot’s Place staff in 1999. Debbie has a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor emphasis in business administration. Debbie began her career at Tot’s Place as a preschool teacher and then became the infant-toddler teacher. Since 2007 she has been the assistant manager and has also instructed the school-age programs at the center.

Diane Parrish, Preschool Lead Teacher

Diane has been the preschool lead teacher since 2000. Diane has a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and has a wide variety of training in the field of early childhood. Diane has over 20 years experience in early childhood education including previous teaching positions and director experience.

Deanne D’Amico, Infant-Toddler Lead Teacher

Deanne joined our program in 2005. Deanne has a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and has worked in the early childhood field for more than 11 years. While at Tot’s Place, Deanne has worked in the school –age program, the preschool program, and most recently as the infant-toddler lead teacher.

Wendy Franklin, Assistant Teacher

Wendy has been an assistant teacher in the infant-toddler classroom since 2006. Wendy completed her associate degree in Early Childhood Education at Ferris State University in 1996 and has 15 years of experience including previous experience at a Migrant Head Start program.

Sallie Cushman, Cook

Sallie joined the Tot’s Place program in 2006 as a classroom assistant. She assumed the cook’s position in 2009. Sallie is responsible for many aspects of the food program, including meal preparation and planning, to provide nutritious meals and snacks to the children.

Brenda Winter, Kitchen Assistant

Brenda joined the Tot's Place staff in 2009 and assists the cook with the preparation of nutritious meals and other kitchen duties.