I have been the Executive Director at the Mt. Olive Child Care & Learning Center since July 1982. After completing my Bachelor's Degree in Speech Correction and Spanish from Rutgers University, I pursued my Master of Arts Degree from Kean University in Early Childhood Education and also became a Certified Nursery School Teacher. Having worked in both small schools and larger schools (starting in Newark, then in Wharton, and subsequently in Mt. Olive Township), I bring classroom expertise as well as administrative business management credentials to my current position. I am a state-approved Master Trainer of Adults and also spend many hours networking with local and statewide colleagues to continually seek new information and innovative ways to respond to the needs and interests of the community. It has been my pleasure working with the thousands of children and families that we have served over the years, as well as our dedicated staff.

I have been with MOCC&LC since 1998 as the Center’s Bookkeeper. I previously worked in banking operations for more than fifteen years. I have a BA in English from William Paterson University. Although I do not work directly with the children, I enjoy being around them and watching them thrive in the Center’s environment.

 I am very excited to be a member of the MOCCLC Team! 
Previously, I was an Instructional Aide in a local school district for 16 years, and I worked with all grade levels and lots of children needing individualized help.  Working with children has always made me happy!
I have a degree in Administrative Office Management from Western Illinois University.
I have 3 children and 2 grandsons.  In my spare time, I like to cook and bake and go on hikes with my husband.

I started working for Mt. Olive Child Care September 2001 as a Lead Teacher at the Sandshore Before and After Care Programs. In addition to supervising the Center's School-Age Programs, I am now working as part of the Office Team to support the administrative work.

 

 I have many years of experience working at the Center with children and parents. 

I am fluent in Spanish and facilitate the Spanish Group in the Center's Parent Empowerment Program.
In my spare time I enjoy cooking, baking, reading, and spending quality time with my family.

My name is Miss Paula, and I am so excited to be part of the team here at MOCC!   I have worked in the Early Childhood Education field for a few years prior to having 2 babies of my own.  Now I am back doing what I love: watching children grow and learn each and every day!  When I am not at work, I enjoy being home with my husband and two girls.

 

Hi, my name is Lucia Magliore, and I am originally from Venezuela (where I earned a Bachelors Degree).
My 2 children attended the Center when they were younger.
I enjoy working and playing with children of all ages, but I especially like being with Infants and helping to nurture their growing minds.
In my free time, I enjoy gardening and spending time with my family.

 

Hi, my name is Jane Schwartz, and I have worked with children of all ages.   I have been employed by MOCC&LC since 2006 and received my CDA certification in 2008.

I enjoy spending time with the children, watching them learn and grow. Each day is a new experience! My goal is to provide the care and security the children need while they are away from home.

 

I have a Bachelor's Degree in Education/Sociology from William Paterson University and experience working with children from 0 to 10 years of age: both typically developing as well as special needs children. Much of my work experience is with Toddlers.  I love watching them learn and grow and reach developmental milestones!   I continue to take courses on child development to support my professional development.
One of my favorite activities with children is reading books.

My name is Linda Ramos, a.k.a. Mrs. R. or Miss Linda. I have been with MOCC&LC since 1998. I have my CDA and I have worked with all of the various age groups in the center. I enjoy the toddlers the most, they are always moving and discovering.

I am married 49 years, have 4 children and 12 grandchildren. I am happy to call MOCC&LC my second home.

 

My experience working with children was coaching kids of all ages as a gymnastics instructor.  On weekends, I would babysit my younger cousins.  My skills include being able to communicate well with others, having a great work ethic, and attention to detail.
What I love about working with children is the bonds you create with them.  Making an impact on their lives helps then grow and learn about the world around them.
 

Hi, my name is Jane Schwartz, and I have worked with children of all ages.   I have been employed by MOCC&LC since 2006 and received my CDA certification in 2008.

I enjoy spending time with the children, watching them learn and grow. Each day is a new experience! My goal is to provide the care and security the children need while they are away from home.

 

I am from Owensboro, KY - Teach me anything about New Jersey!   I have been working with children since I was 13: helping out friends and family taking care of and teaching children from newborns to 13 years old.
I love seeing children learn about the world! I enjoy playing with children and helping them learn new things to get ready for formal schooling.

Hi, my name is Emily. I am a graduate of East Stroudsburg University with a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education. I have over 15 years of experience working with children in a preschool setting. Seeing children learn new skills is a wonderful experience that makes teaching so rewarding. When I am not at work, I enjoy being with my husband and daughter.

My experience working with children was coaching kids of all ages as a gymnastics instructor.  On weekends, I would babysit my younger cousins.  My skills include being able to communicate well with others, having a great work ethic, and attention to detail.
What I love about working with children is the bonds you create with them.  Making an impact on their lives helps then grow and learn about the world around them.
 

Hi, my name is Jane Schwartz, and I have worked with children of all ages.   I have been employed by MOCC&LC since 2006 and received my CDA certification in 2008.

I enjoy spending time with the children, watching them learn and grow. Each day is a new experience! My goal is to provide the care and security the children need while they are away from home.

 

I am a certified teacher (P-3) and have a B.A. in Psychology. I’ve been teaching my whole adult life, with preschool being the majority of my experience. I have previously taught Kindergarten and have been a substitute teacher in grades P-6.

In my free time I enjoy reading, gardening, and my favorite past-time is spending time with my family.

“The first 5 years have so much to do with how the next 80 turn out” –Bill Gates

I am very excited about working with the preschool children in the Blue Bird Room!  I have 20+ years of experience working in the field of Early Childhood Education, and my learning is ongoing.  Working with children is a very rewarding experience, and I am eager to foster the skills, abilities, and foundations to create life long learners.
I also enjoy reading, painting, and spending time with my family. 

I am happy to be co-teaching with Anne this year, where I can bring my 19 years of experience at MOCCLC; I find it very rewarding to be part of children's first educational experience.   I am a married mother of 2 children who are now adults. I have great respect for the child care field and understand the importance of child development.  I live in Budd Lake and I am bi-lingual (Spanish and English). I enjoy working and playing with children and I enjoy decorating and gardening.

 

I attend County College of Morris and am studying liberal arts for Child & Family Studies.  I have experience working with children and families;  I've done babysitting, and during the Summer I worked at a Summer Camp.  I like working with children because I love how imaginative and creative they are!

I graduated from East Stroudsburg University in 2000 with a BA in Physical Education. I started working for Mt. Olive Child Care September 2001 as a Lead Teacher at the Sandshore Before and After Care Programs. I have held many positions over the years and I am currently the School Age Program Supervisor.

I have always enjoyed being able to assist the children and families in any way that I can during or after program hours. Over the years I have kept in touch with some of them as they have gotten older and moved on from Mt. Olive Child Care. Some have even come back to work with us over the years.

I attend County College of Morris and am studying liberal arts for Child & Family Studies.  I have experience working with children and families;  I've done babysitting, and during the Summer I worked at a Summer Camp.  I like working with children because I love how imaginative and creative they are!

I am from Owensboro, KY - Teach me anything about New Jersey!   I have been working with children since I was 13: helping out friends and family taking care of and teaching children from newborns to 13 years old.
I love seeing children learn about the world! I enjoy playing with children and helping them learn new things to get ready for formal schooling.