Otter Guardians

🎉 Celebrating Excellence at Otter Learning! 🎉

At Otter Learning, our mission is centered on "What’s Best For Children - Be Safe, Be Kind - Let’s Grow Together." We are thrilled to recognize the incredible achievements of our Otter Guardian Award recipients! 🌟

These exceptional educators have gone above and beyond, embodying our core values of Safety and Quality to create nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning spaces while prioritizing the well-being of our students, peers, and communities.

💫 Join us in celebrating this quarter’s Guardians:

🏆 Christina Helsel- All Stars Academy in Ocala, FL
🏆 E'Dasha Dorris- Childlife Preschool in Tampa, FL
🏆 Kim Holmes- Senoia Kids Academy in Senoia, GA

🏆 Carolyn Queen- Tallapoosa Christian Academy in Tallapoosa, GA

🏆 Jasmine Broughton- Coastal Kids Academy in Hanahan, SC

🏆 Alanis Hoban- Little Kings and Queens in Kodak, TN

🏆 Heather Jacobs- Barnyard Academy in Shelbyville, TN

🏆 Dee Gipson- Creekstones Academy- Sango in Clarksville, TN

🏆 Wendy Campos- Joy of Learning Center in Lanham, MD

🏆 Carmen Hernandez- Bambini CDC in Washington, DC

🏆 Anothony Lister- Kids R Kids Learning Academy in Woodstock, GA

🏆 Erika Hatfield- Kids R Kids Learning Academy in Liberty Township, OH

🏆 Adriana Hall-Drake- Tots Landing in Lexington, KY

🏆 Sarah Braisted- Divisional VP of Operations for FL and TN

Each of these remarkable individuals inspires us daily through their dedication to maintaining a safe environment, promoting continuous improvement, and mentoring others to strive for excellence.

Thank you for being the heart of our mission and a beacon of positivity in our schools. Your commitment makes Otter Learning a thriving community for children to learn and grow. 🌱

📸 Stay tuned for more photos and stories celebrating their impact!

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We believe that our greatest asset is our people who work tirelessly to create an environment where children can learn, grow, and feel safe. To further strengthen this culture, we celebrate the Otter Guardian Award, a recognition program that celebrates educators who exemplify our mission: What’s Best For Children - Be Safe, Be Kind - Let’s Grow Together, and uphold our core values of Safety and Quality. This initiative reinforces our commitment to our team and maintaining the highest standards of excellence.

Core Values of the Award

Safety: Safety is paramount at Otter Learning. Our commitment is to deliver a safe environment for our students, teachers, and communities. Team members selected for this award will be those who:
- Rigorously uphold safety standards within the classroom and across the school.
- Actively support ongoing training and compliance efforts, encouraging peers as well.
- Ensure strict adherence to mandated reporting.
- Promote safety practices that surpass even the expectations of our licensing agencies.
Quality: Quality in education is at the heart of our mission. We strive to provide an environment that fosters development, encourages integrity, and facilitates success. Awardees demonstrate:
- Excellence in creating nurturing and developmentally appropriate learning spaces.
- High standards in classroom management, curriculum, and developmental support.
- Commitment to supporting fellow team members and ensuring children’s well-being.
- Dedication to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Role of Award Recipients as Culture Carriers

One of the most important aspects of this award is the expectation that winners serve as culture carriers across the organization. As recognized leaders in safety and quality, these individuals will:

Mentor peers, sharing best practices and supporting other team members.
Champion compliance and safety initiatives, ensuring proper training and motivation.
Inspire a collaborative culture, committed to continuous improvement.