DELORES "DEE" WEBB
Single mother of a 14 yr old daughter

Work Experience
Owner of Wee Care 4 Kidz
Owner of Philly Bears Childcare Center in Truckee
Director of Childcare Center at Murray State College
Member of NAEYC and Oklahoma Early Childhood Teacher's Association

SUSAN SHEFFIELD
My husband and I live in Squaw Valley and are avid skiers. We have been married for 1 year.

Work Experience
I have provided childcare on and off for approximately 30 years. I have worked in the ski industry for the last 15 years. I currently work to protect our water supply in our region. I look forward to caring for your children while you enjoy your stay in Tahoe.

SUZANNE MELTON
My husband and I moved to Truckee 2002. We have a 2 year old son who attends Phily Bears!

Work Experience
EMT License in Colorado and California.
Nanny in Vale, Colorado 3-4 years
Peace Officer in California
Co-leader Brownie Troop #1312 in Truckee
Assisted mom in home daycare for 25 years
Camp Volunteer for children with disabilities in Arkansas

TENNESSEE FORD
I love to hike, bike, ski, and rock climb. My life goal is actually to be a pediatrician.

Work Experience
I have worked with kids at the Park and Recreation summer camp and after school program.

KAELA SCHNITZIUS
I enjoy traveling, reading, writing and being with my family and friends.
Work Experience
I have worked with kids at the Park and Recreation summer camp and after school program. I have also done in home babysitting for all ages of children.

JILL NELSON
I am a mother of 3 grown children. We have 2 grandsons and 3 granddaughters!

Work Experience
For nine and a half years in Pennsylvania, Iworked as a Special Education Teacher assistant grades K-8. In 1998 my family and I moved to Truckee. I worked at Truckee Tahoe Unified School District for 4 and a half years again as a teacher assistant. I have worked at Philly Bears Child Care Center and Wee Care 4 Kidz for the past year.

CINDY SANDAU
I am married and a mother of 2 children. I have also been a foster mother to many more.

Work Experience
I have been the Director of several childcare centers over the past approximate 20 years.
I am currently the Assistant Director of the Tahoe Forest Hospital Children's Center.
I love spending time with kids.

GINA LONGHI
I am from Puerto Rico and I am Bi-lingual (English/Spanish). I am also continuing my education in early childhood.

Work Experience
I am currently working as a teacher in a Pre School here in Truckee. I enjoy children of all ages and love to nanny on nights and weekends.

LAURA METLENKO
I am the mother of 3 crazy boys - aged 13, 10, 5, and have a niece that is 15 years old. My husband and I have been married for 12 years.

Work Experience
Owner of LuLu's Daycare
I believe that family childcare is a very important extension of you and your family. With guidance and understanding children will gain confidence of self-importance, and have the opportunity to explore their world in a safe and controlled environment.r world in a safe and controlled environment.

KAREN BARTA
I grew up in Lafayette, CA. I moved to Truckee in 1999 where I met my husband, Grant. I enjoy mountain biking, hiking, reading and skiing, but my favorite thing is our beautiful new daughter Lola, born December 2007.

Work Experience
I taught skiing to children at Alpine Meadows. I have been lucky enough to nanny for the same wonderful family for six years.

KATIE
I like to travel around the world and experience new cultures. I have great passion for theater and drama.

Work Experience
I enjoy new experiences with all ages of children. They have so much to learn from us, as we have so much to learn from them. I am currently a third year student at UNR.

BECKIE BLAKEMAN
I am 24 years old. My boyfriend, Casey an I live in Reno with our 2 year old daughter, McKenzie.

Work Experience
I am currently working as a receptionist for a construction company in Truckee. I have been watching kids since I was 12 years old, and I love the fun and excitement they bring to everyday life.