Tami Skorczewski
Supervisor
I have been in Early Childhood since 1983 and my Educational Background is a BS in Child Development and Family Relations from SDSU.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: The beginning – August 13, 1991
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: The service we provide is so important. It allows our parents, who are students at Southeast Tech, to attend school with the end goal of graduating and a chance of building a great future for themselves and their children. We also have a fun work environment here so I always like coming to work every day. And finally – the children. I love watching their development and they are so fun to be around.
My favorite children’s book is: “Put Me in the Zoo” by Robert Lopshire
Robin Sjogren
Program Coordinator
I have been in Early Childhood since 1994 and my Educational Background is a BS in Early Childhood Education from SDSU.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: September 1 1994
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: It’s a wonderful environment for families and children.
My favorite children’s book is: “Green Eggs and Ham”
Amanda Carl
Dinosaur Room
I have been in Early Childhood since 2002 and my Educational Background is a BS in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in Literacy.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: August 10, 2009
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: I love the children’s snuggles and hugs, along with their laughs and smiles. I love to hear the silly things they come up with to say and I love teaching them and doing fun activities – especially science.
My favorite children’s book is: “The Little Red Hen”
Linette Ostermann
Dinosaur Room
I have been in Early Childhood for 24 years and my Educational Background is a Child Development Associate (CDA) – Preschool. I also had a family child care home prior to the Scarbrough Center.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: September 15, 1997
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: I enjoy the energy of the young children and I like to watch them grow and develop.
My favorite children’s book is: “Are You My Mother?”
Christi Petersen
Monkey Room
I have been in Early Childhood since 1993 and my Educational Background is a BS in Elementary Education.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: August 13, 2007
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: It is amazing to watch our children grow and learn daily.
My favorite Children’s Book is: “Brown Bear, Brown Bear”
Melisa Sinning
Monkey Room
I have been in Early Childhood since 2002 and my Educational Background is a BS in Elementary Education, Special Education and an Early Childhood Endorsement from USD.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: 2005–2006 school year then back again in 2010
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: It is fun to see them learn and have fun. I just love working with children! I also like working with the other teachers.
My favorite children’s book is: “Rhythm, Rhythm”
Pam Bartunek
Penguin Room
I have been in Early Childhood since 1988 and my Educational Background consists of many years in the child care business having a family child care home prior to the Scarbrough Center.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: October 27, 1997
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: The staff is enjoyable and I love to interact with parents and get to know them. I really enjoy bonding with the children and watching them grow and learn every day.
My favorite children’s book is: “Brown Bear, Brown Bear” and “Monster at the End of this Book”
Edee Smorawske
Penguin Room
I have been in Early Childhood for over 20 years and my Educational Background consists of many years of experience in the early childhood field.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: October 1, 1997
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: I love children and people in general. I also think we have the very best families here at the Scarbrough Center.
My favorite children’s book is: “Brown Bear, Brown Bear” and “Goodnight Gorilla”
Rhonda Erie
Little Lamb Room
I have been in Early Childhood since 1986 and my Educational Background is a Child Development Associate (CDA) – Infant/Toddler.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: January 28, 2008
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: I enjoy the smaller based center and the professionalism of the Scarbrough Center. I also enjoy the children and families we serve.
My favorite children’s book is: “Dr. Seuss’ ABC”
Julie McAlister
Little Lamb Room
I have been in Early Childhood since 2012 when I graduated from Southeast Tech with an Early Childhood degree.
I have been at the Scarbrough Center since: August 20, 2012
I love working at the Scarbrough Center because: It's a smaller environment and we all know each other. I love getting to know each child and watching them grow and learn.
My favorite children’s book is: “Green Eggs and Ham”