Meet the Staff

“Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God.” And He took them up in His arms, laid His hands on them, and blessed them. —Mark 10:14b, 16

Jesus took time to let the children come close to Him, to hold them, and to touch their lives. He blessed and encouraged them with a heart full of love. We, the PCCC staff, serve as your hands extended as we show love to your children. Our priority is to care for the children in a manner that is healthy, safe, pleasant, and conducive to learning.

Andrea Thomas

Director

Amberlynne Umayam

Administrative Assistant

Who Are We?

We are a professionally trained team of early childhood educators who provide quality care with many opportunities for children to learn and grow. We provide each child a clean and safe environment with love and care, respect, support, and encouragement. We value each child as an individual. We support parents by assisting in meeting their childcare needs and by providing frequent communication about their children and information about normal growth and development.

Our Standards

Each staff member’s lifestyle is based on biblical standards of conduct, reflecting the biblical perspective of integrity and appropriate relationships, business conduct, and moral behavior.

Staff Basic Credentials

All teachers receive First Aid and Child/Infant/Adult CPR Certification, complete Blood Borne Pathogens training and are given a thorough orientation before beginning their employment at PCCC. Each teacher also receives training through the Washington STARS program, which offers basic child care training for Early Childhood Education programs, beginning with a 30-Hour Basic Training and additional 10-hours of training each year thereafter. A background check is cleared through the Department of Early Learning for every staff member and volunteer of PCCC and is updated every three years.