Lana joined our Preschool Classroom as Co-Lead Teacher in 2019, after serving as an Assistant Teacher in the Toddler Program the year before. Before taking time off to raise her youngest daughter, Lana worked as an early childhood educator for more than 20 years. She first became part of the Coop community as a parent, cherishing her volunteer days and opportunities to substitute in the classroom. Finding a play-based, family-centered program was a top priority for her, and the Coop proved to be the perfect fit.
Lana brings a nurturing, compassionate teaching style to her work with children and families alike. She values open, positive communication with caregivers as an essential part of creating the best possible experience for each child. She believes that supporting a child’s social and emotional growth is one of the most important aspects of early education. While she has many tools in her teaching toolkit, singing is one of her favorites—whether it’s a familiar tune or a song made up on the spot, you can often hear her filling the classroom with music.