Infant One

The bond between parents and infants is a precious one. Beginning with the home visit, infant teachers convey their understanding of the importance of developing trust and attachment to others. By respecting the needs of infants and establishing good communication with parents, we build a foundation for healthy infant development. Between the morning goodbye waves and the afternoon hello hugs, each baby is on an individual schedule that assures the best care possible. We know that infants need time and space to grow, and we want to provide experiences that nourish all areas of their growth. Teachers and babies share happy moments throughout the day, as we exchange smiles, gurgles, and giggles.

We believe that holding babies as we read a book, or give them their bottles, or simply cuddling with them, is important. We also provide places for infants to explore outside of our classroom. Crawling to our Red Room, going outside to our playground, or taking a walk on the beautiful Wellesley College campus – all happen during their time at WCCC. By presenting various age appropriate activities, we recognize that sensory exploration, learning through play, and the joy of discovery are keys for individual learning.

Through regular conversations with parents – both in person and on the phone – daily anecdotal notes, and parent conferences, we establish strong and long lasting relationship that benefit the children in our care.

Teachers

Jenna


Jenna joined WCCC in 2020. She has been in the education field for 19 years. Jenna started out as an infant educator at a child study center for 9 years. Prior to joining WCCC, she was a nanny for 3 years.

Molly


Molly joined WCCC in 2023. She has been in the education field for 11 years. Molly started out as a teacher’s aide at a childcare center for 2 years. She then became an infant/toddler teacher for 2 years. Molly then moved into an early intervention developmental specialist role for 3 years. Prior to joining WCCC, she spent 1 year as an infant/toddler teacher at a community center.

Heather


Heather joined WCCC in 2023. She has been in the education field for 20 years. Heather started out as a preschool teacher assistant for 2 years then spent 1 year as a paraprofessional in an elementary school. Heather then became a preschool teacher for 1 year. Prior to joining WCCC, Heather spent many years nannying.

Michelle


Michelle joined WCCC in 2015. She has been in the education field for 27 years. Michelle started out as an infant/toddler teacher for 7 years at a few childcare centers. Prior to joining WCCC, she spent 9 years nannying.