About Us

Owner & Executive Director of Loving Hearts Learning Center, and previously of Little Hearts Learning Center

Miss Jes has lived in Holden for over 12 years with her husband, four beautiful children, and two dogs. Growing up in a large family of 8 children, she has always known the importance of early learning through play. Miss Jes has wanted to be a teacher since she was 4 years old and never takes for granted that she gets to live out her dreams daily. In her free time she helps to coach soccer, golfs, plays tennis, hikes, sings, gardens, dances, and spends time with her family and friends.

Assistant Director of LHLC
Lead Infant & Toddler Teacher

Ms. Jessica has been teaching for a little over 5 years now. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Ed. and is also Teacher Certified from Infancy-PreK as well as Director II certified. Ms. Jessica absolutely loves teaching children because she loves watching them grow and being able to help them reach new milestones.

Maintenance and Office Assistant

Mr. James has worked at LHLC for the past 8 years. He loves seeing the children and teachers have so much fun and his favorite part about the center is the overall atmosphere and positive energy.

Ms. Lian has always had a passion for teaching children. She loves every child as if they’re her own. She is currently studying in the field of Children and Family Protective Services. She went to a technical school and was in the EEC department and graduated with her EEC certification in Infancy-Pre K. She is currently one of the Pre-K teachers and says that teaching at LHLC has been so rewarding as she has not only been able to teach the children but she feel that she has also learned so much from them.

Ms. Christina is a wife and mother of two wonderful children. Her love for children is what made her want to join the childcare field. She currently works as a floater/breaker at LHLC and really enjoys getting to know all of the children. Watching everyone's children learn and grow is truly an amazing experience.

Ms. Chelsy lives in Rutland on a small farm with her husband, 6 littles, and a variety of goats and chickens. When time allows, she helps the injured in the community through her work as a trained EMT. Her favorite part about teaching is watching little minds grow and develop into their own personalities. Being there to guide them on their journey is so fulfilling.

Ms. Alyssa has been working in childcare for two years. She currently attends Anna Maria College for Early Childhood Education. She is very excited to be here as an Assistant Teacher at LHLC and to get to know all the children and help them grow.

Ms. Lynzee has been working at LHLC as an Office Assistant for the past 7 years. She loves walking into such a loving environment and loves to see the kids every week. Outside of LHLC, she also works as an Oral Surgery Assistant. She has two wonderful children and a husband. Their favorite place to go is the Cape. She looks forward to seeing all the new and old faces!

Ms. Grace is an Assistant Teacher at LHLC. She is working towards earning her certification because she truly loves what she does. A recent graduate of Leicester High School, she is attending Northeastern University for a degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology. She loves working with the littles and being a part of their development. Their perspective and attitude never fail to make you smile! While not going to school for Education, this job has made her realize she’d love to apply her degree to a field in which she can work with children and families.

Ms. Lisa has been in the field for twelve years. She has a passion for teaching and enjoys working with kids. Lisa has three kids of her own ages 8, 3 and 2 years old. She’s so excited to be part of the LHLC family and is looking forward to bonding with the children. It truly takes a village to raise children and she is privileged and honored to be part of yours!

Ms. Brielle is excited to start her journey at LHLC as she looks forward to learning more about the Early Childhood field. She has a lifelong love of working with children and looks forward to getting to know all the children at LHLC, creating bonds, and watching everyone grow!

Ms. Hannah is from Leicester and is currently going to Bridgewater State University to study Early Childhood Education and Communication Disorders. She is excited to be a sub at LHLC to gain lots of experience and knowledge throughout her career in this field. She chose to enter this career path because being a part of a child's development is fulfilling and amazing to watch.

Mr. Derek is very excited to be a part of the LHLC teacher tribe! His favorite part about teaching is watching the children grow and learn and he looks forward to meeting everyone.

Ms. Cassidy is so excited to work with you and your child(ren)! This is her third year working in childcare. She holds an Associate’s degree from Quinsigamond Community College and is continuing her education at Worcester State in pursuit of her goal of becoming an English as a Second Language Teacher.

Ms. Brandy absolutely loves working with children and being part of their growth! Watching them learn new skills and reach new milestones always puts a smile on her face.

Ms. Kayleigh is excited to join the LHLC team. She is certified in Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool and has five years of childcare experience. Her favorite part of teaching is watching each child reach their milestones and she says there is no better feeling than helping a child reach their goals. She looks forward to working with your littles!

Ms. Kristen has more than 13 years of experience in education. She and her husband have two daughters and a son. They enjoy going camping on the beach in Maine during the. Ms. Kristen looks forward to building relationships with the children and families while subbing at LHLC.

Ms. Yarelis’ favorite thing about working with children is watching them grow and overcome their fears! She has worked with children from ages newborn to 5 years old and has experience with children of diverse backgrounds via fostering. Ms Yarelis is very excited to start teaching at Loving Hearts Learning Center and meeting all your little ones!

Ms. Courtney has been in childcare for the past 5 years, is Infant-PreK certified, and recently moved to the area. She enjoys teaching social and emotional development in the children, letting them explore their inner selves, and bringing the outdoors into her play-based classroom. Ms. Courtney is excited to start this new journey as your child’s preschool teacher at LHLC!