Early Learning Coach & Trainer, Lynnwood Office
Kelly has lived in Snohomish County with her family all of her adult life. She has coached with Early Achievers for just over 4 ½ years, and two years ago became a state-approved trainer. Coaching has taught Kelly that reflection is an essential part of goal setting, growth, and development. Without reflection, one cannot improve upon their skills or change their practices in an intentional way. Kelly loves training on topics she is especially passionate about such as issues of racial and cultural equity and inclusion, parent engagement, and behavior guidance strategies. Genuine respect is at the root of each of these topics.
Kelly has worked in the field of Early Education for over two decades, and is fascinated by the many discoveries research is teaching us about the complex minds of babies and young children. Educators owe it to humanity to continue studying and figuring out the best ways to support the youngest members of our communities, while allowing them the fullest experiences of curiosity and exploration-filled childhoods. In college, Kelly earned a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master of Education in Adult Education, of which both have added to her perspective that all young children should be allowed to learn through play and exploration, while being supported by caring, nurturing adults, and seen as future contributors to their societies and the world. This has become her life’s work, and passion, and she feels very privileged to engage in this endeavor within the Early Achievers program.
