Mister Malakai |Aide| 2025I chose to work with kids because it was a great opportunity to lead the next generation. My favorite thing about working at WGCEDEP is being able to play the games I played when I was a child with children now. My favorite memory at WGCEDEP is the Friday during February week I played football with the kids all day long and just had a great time having fun.
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Mister Jaalen |Aide| 2024I choose to work with children, because I find it very rewarding everyday. My favorite thing about working at WGCEDEP is that I get to play games from my childhood with the children. My best memory at WGCEDEP is during my second week during summer and we brought out slides for water day. It was super hot, but i had fun throwing water balloons and running away from the kids trying to splash me.
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Miss Michelle |Aide| 2024I work with children because I learn something new everyday. I also chose to work with children because of the bonds I would create with them and memorable moments I would have with them. My favorite thing about working at WGCEDEP is the environment and learning new things. Ever since I’ve been working here I’ve noticed myself grow so much as a person. My best memory has to be making the kids laugh and playing sports with them. It’s always fun and exciting. I truly believe that working at WGCEDEP we create a core memory everyday.
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Miss Yaritza |Teacher| 2024I choose to work with children because it’s a rewarding experience. It allows me to be a part of an important time of their life. My favorite thing about working at WGCEDEP is seeing the smiles on each of their faces knowing I’m making a positive impact in their lives. My best memory at WGCEDEP is going to the movies with the kids during October week.
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Miss Mikayla |Teacher| 2024I choose to work with children because they always keep me on my toes. Everyday is different and I love to see what each day will bring. My favorite thing about working at WGCEDEP is the ability to grow and learn, helping me everyday by pushing me to be a better person and example for the children. The connections I’ve formed with the children have brought the most entertaining and memorable conversations.
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Miss Abaja |Teacher| 2024It’s a rewarding field and something I’ve been doing all of my working life. Watching my former students grow up and find themselves in the world helps me appreciate the moments I had with them as they learn to be their own person. Miss Bobbi and Miss Sophia always show their appreciation in countless ways. My whole 2024 Summer Camp experience everyday it was something new and exciting.
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Miss Ingrid |Teacher| 2023 I choose to work with children because I love that I get the opportunity to have a positive impact on the children’s development and childhood! My favorite thing about working at WGCEDEP is the community we build with families! It’s very rewarding to know that we have created a safe place for the children to thrive in. My best memory at WGCEDEP is our Halloween performance! Seeing the kid’s face’s light up is always so much fun!
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Miss Monica |Teacher| 2023I work with children since I hope to be one of those adults that can help children grow, even if it's just a bit! My grandmother, the kindest and most caring person I've ever known, worked as a preschool teacher when she first came to this country, and working with children makes me feel like I'm carrying on her legacy. I love having so many dedicated and experienced educators around me to learn from--I feel myself growing as a teacher with each passing day. And of course, I love getting the chance to see the same children every day so I'm able to build deeper connections and get to know them better! My favorite memory at WGCEDEP was working with the TK-1st grade group to choreograph and perform a rendition of "Here Comes the Sun" for the senior center down the street during February vacation week.
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Miss Jo |Teacher| 2023I choose to work with children because everyday is a new opportunity to learn something either about them or with them. There will always be new levels we all get to experience together, and have fun while doing it. Being able to plan activities that both the children and I can enjoy and improve. Having the freedom to let us all explore our capabilities with support and encouragement. My first summer working at WGCEDEP. It was absolutely controlled and fun chaos. With the different themes each week kept me on my toes and i enjoyed it.
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Miss Megan |Teacher| 2023I’ve always known I would end up working with children, they are so inspiring and keep me motivated and enthusiastic every day. They never fail to bring a smile to my face! I love that there is so much freedom of expression here, children and teachers alike are able to express themselves freely and learn and grow! My favorite memory is going to the water park for camp! The kids were having an absolute blast and I couldn’t help but smile, wishing we could stay in the lazy river for the rest of the day!
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Mister Issac |Teacher| 2023I chose to work with children because they are full of creativity when it comes to art. I love to see what they create during their free time or during one of our activities. Teaching them different ways to make art. My favorite thing about WGCEDEP is the camps that we have. Having to go to different places for our fieldtrips and loads of different activities for kids and teachers to enjoy! My favorite memory at WGCEDEP is when we went to Great America for our fieldtrip during 2023 summer camp. It was such a fun day getting to ride the rides with the children and seeing them have lots of fun.
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Miss Fatima |Supervisor| 2022This field of work felt like it came natural to me. I feel like I have the patience to work with kids and not a lot of people do. I like that this work keeps me on my toes. It’s never boring working here at WGCEDEP. I love the summer camps, especially when we have roll party because I can put on my skates and skates with the kids.
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Miss Andrea |Supervisor| 2021I love that everyday is a different vibe working with kids and you never get bored. I love how close you can become with your co workers and the support we get from our directors. I also like that you can come up with your own activities to run with the kids. I loved when we went to our christmas party two years ago, everybody was having a good time and dancing. I was pregnant but still one of the last people to go home.
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Miss Thalia |Supervisor| 2017I work with children because it's incredibly rewarding, and I have the chance to make a real difference in their lives. Their energy and curiosity ensure there is never a dull moment making everyday fun, exciting, and full of growth! My favorite thing about WGCEDEP is the fun activities, the children, the work environment! Our annual Halloween Lip Sync competition are my best memories! SO MUCH FUN !! #undefeated
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Miss Loralie |Admin| 2017The children make everything fun! Everyday is a learning experience and growing up my mother was always great with taking care of children so I just want to follow her and be as great as she was. The Work Environment, Growth Development and Team work. This job has been the most rewarding place I've ever worked at. It personally made me become better with my confidence and self-esteem in all aspects of being a teacher. All the work outings and special events are my favorite because they give us a chance to know each other better and just be with one another having fun!
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Miss Bobbi |Executive Director| 2012M.A. Elementary Education
B.A. Child and Adolescent Developement California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division Director Qualified I choose to work with children because they have always brought out my silly side. I have been able to spend my teen and adult years working with children in different areas helping me develop the skills and tools to direct this program. My favorite memories at WGCEDEP are all the full circle moments watching my own children grow here and all the children from the program I've seen reach teen years into adulthood. |
Miss Sophia |Program Director| 2010California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division Director Qualified
I choose to work with children because they continue to teach me and help me grow as a person daily. I love that I have helped to build a community for children that can attend our program for years.Then come back to visit and volunteer. My favorite thing about working at WGCEDEP has been having the privilege of working with a child then coming full circle and continuing to help them grow as employees. My best memory at WGCEDEP has just been growing up here. I started as a teacher in my early 20's and now I am a Director and a Mother. I am still lucky enough to be continuing my growth as human in this place. |