CENTRAL HYDE PARK
INFANT-TODDLER TEAM
WIGGLY WORMS (Infants)
ANTOINETTE CHAMBERS - LEAD TEACHER
(SHE/HER)
Hello All! My name is Antoinette Chambers. Some of you may remember me from previously working at Little Inspirations a couple years ago. Now I am back! A little about me, I received my Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood at Kennedy King College back in 2020. I took a small educational break, but have now gone back to school. I am studying at Chicago State University where I will be getting my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. Working with children and seeing them thrive is something I take very seriously. A child’s early years are the most important, and I promise to cherish those moments with your children.
DELORES WILLIAMSON - MENTOR TEACHER
(SHE/HER)
Hello! I have two children named Eileen and Marcus. I received my Bachelor’s Degree from Chicago State University, and attended Rosary College for my Montessori Diploma for ages 3-5. I chose to work with younger children because of the unique ways they have of expressing their wants and needs as they explore and learn. I appreciate the communication I have with the parents, peers and administration as we become involved in each child's development. I am very passionate about continuing to learn - just as the children are! I am happy to help fulfill the Vision and Mission of Little Inspirations.
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CURIOUS CATERPILLARS (Toddlers)
DAWNA BOWERS - LEAD TEACHER
(SHE/HER)
Hi everyone! My Name is Dawna Bowers. I chose to be a ECE educator because for as long as I can remember, every job that I have held has been centered around children. I am particularly passionate about working with children because every day is a new journey. Children are a burst of energy ready to explore and are giant sponges ready to gain information. They are such a joy to be around. I also have a toddler of my own and I enjoy watching him learn and explore new things. I appreciate being at Little Inspirations because it is so close knit and family oriented. I have a strong belief that it takes a village to raise a child and I am glad to become a part of this village. I am very excited to dive into all the art projects and new adventures that I will get to be a part of, but best of all, to share my love for the Sound of Music soundtrack with everyone!
DAYANA JOHNSON - ASSISTANT TEACHER
(SHE/HER)
Hello everyone, my name is Dayana Johnson.
Some things to know about me are, I’m the oldest sibling of 2, and I’ve lived in Chicago my whole life. Another thing is that I love traveling, I have been traveling since I was little. A few of my favorite places I’ve been to so far would have to be Aruba, Mexico and the Dominican Republic.
I’m still trying to figure out what I want to do in life but growing up I’ve always enjoyed working with children. As a teen, I would participate in summer programs that allowed me to work as an early childhood teacher assistant/helper as well as a summer camp counselor working with kids of all ages. I even enjoy helping out with my own family like my younger cousins. I love the idea of being a part of a community that helps inspire and shape children to be their best selves!
I’m excited to learn more about working with children and further my journey in early childhood!