Meet our Staff
Our classrooms are equipped with a lead teacher and an assistant teacher. All teachers receive ongoing Early Childhood training throughout the year.
Amy Gamble B.S, Director of Preschool-ELC, leads our caring and qualified staff to educate your child. Amy graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education. She brings with her over a decade of teaching experience. She has completed University of Oklahoma certificates of training in 1.) Director's Entry Level Training 2.) Early Learning Guidelines for Infants, Toddlers and Twos and 3.) Entry Level Child Care Training.
Elizabeth Cheney, B.S.B.A, acts as our on staff assistant director. With a love of teaching and administration, she offers a diverse skillset helping our teachers and director throughout the year. We are so happy she’s on our team!
As a mom of three, Stephenie has been homeschooling for several years. She loves the Lord and loves to teach children about Jesus. Her experience in occupational therapy provides children with activities that encourage motor development at different stages. “I enjoy watching children do something that brings them joy. Watching them learn and discover something new every day brings me joy as well.”
Claudia has two boys and a daughter. She also has 3 grandkids by heart from her stepdaughters. She loves her grandchildren so much. She has been married for 22 years. Although her life has been hard at times, the Lord has been so good to her. "I love to work with kids and I love the Lord. I’m so grateful to be a part of Evergreen, my home church."
Shanna brings a joyful energy and a deep love for children to her role as the music teacher at the ELC. Her desire is for little ones to hear the Gospel. "I use songs to communicate God’s love and hide God’s Word in their hearts."
Dana brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the ELC. She adores working with babies and is passionate about ensuring the babies in her care are safe and loved. Dana’s favorite thing about teaching babies is “the excitement they have when they learn new things. They’re fresh from heaven and I adore their cuddles!”
Crista raised and homeschooled eight children. She brings her experience as a mom and her passion for teaching to the nursery. Crista’s spirit of calmness has won her the nickname “baby whisperer”. She “loves meeting the needs of babies and communicating love, joy, and peace to them especially when they are distraught.”
Rebekah has been called to be a teacher since her teen years as she started to babysit kids of all ages, and after graduation, she’s been teaching in various fields. As a mom herself, she strives to create a calm, peaceful, and welcoming environment where little ones can explore, learn, and have fun. Rebekah’s favorite thing about teaching babies is “the excitement they have when they learn something new!”
Kim is an infant teacher who loves spending her days helping little ones learn, grow, and discover new things. She enjoys bringing arts and crafts into the classroom. When she's not at school, you can usually find her having fun with her family, enjoying the outdoors, or listening to music. "It's so much fun to watch babies explore colors, textures, and creativity in their own way. I truly love what I do and feel lucky to be a part of these early, important moments in a child's life."
Gina has raised several children: biological, fostered and adopted. She has many years of experience teaching children with a very kind, caring, and loving spirit. “Young kids are like little sponges, eager to learn. My hope is to share my love for Jesus with them, while allowing them to be confident and caring as their little personalities develop.”
Julie Fuller has been working with young children for many years and holds a degree in Early Childhood Education. In addition to her professional experience, she also homeschooled her own children, deepening her understanding of how children learn and grow. Her greatest joy is watching little ones develop not just in knowledge, but in their understanding of who Jesus is. "My heart is to create a space where children feel safe, loved, and encouraged to explore, learn, and experience God’s love every day."
Brittany finds great joy in serving and working with little ones, especially as they begin to explore the world around them with curiosity and wonder. She is passionate about creating a peaceful, nurturing environment where toddlers can grow in confidence, care, and love. “There is so much to discover about these children’s hearts, and I feel honored to be part of their earliest steps in life and faith.”-
Andrea enjoys working with developing toddlers as she helps them learn, grow, and works with them as they discover their newfound independence throughout the year. "A priority of mine is to foster an environment that is covered in prayer, filled with peace, full of encouragement, and of godliness. So that children can grow and learn well in every way."
Debra is excited to be teaching in the 2 year old class. After obtaining her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, she has dedicated her life to teaching young children. She enjoys seeing their smiling faces every day. Her favorite part about teaching young children, “seeing the growth and the development of the young child fascinates me every time and makes me more in awe of the God who knit together every precious child.”
Kennedy has so much energy and enthusiasm for teaching young children. With her previous experience working in the child care field, she is a great asset to our team. Kennedy’s favorite thing about teaching young children is “watching them grow, learn, and getting to experience all of their personalities.”
Kaycee has two beautiful boys and she is married to her best friend. She loves Jesus and He is her Savior. "I have worked with children for several years and I believe it is part of my calling." Kaycee looks forward to this beautiful new adventure!
MollyRose is a mom to a one year old baby girl who has taught her just how magical it is to be little. She enjoys baking, reading, and volunteering at a pregnancy center. She is not only passionate about choosing life, but also cherishing and pouring into that life that was created in His image.
Aubrey has a husband, 9 year old son and a 3 year old daughter. She loves spending time with her family, going on adventures in the country and national parks. She also loves to bake, and anything crafty. "I enjoy teaching and seeing the excitement of learning. I’m excited for each year and to get to know the kids."
Brielle has a heartfelt passion for serving kids and brings a wealth of experience with her. She has served in the Evergreen Preschool for several years, and being the second of seven kids, she's had plenty of practice caring for little ones. Brielle is excited to “help guide them in understanding the love of Jesus” and is also happy to contribute to their growth and development in a loving environment.
Anna is a life-long learner who finds joy in teaching young children through play and engaging activities. Upon earning her degree in early childhood and special education from Oral Roberts University, she taught pre-k in the public school system for five years and is excited to be teaching one of the three-year-old classes at ELC. One of her favorite things about teaching young children is, “seeing how children engage in play and use the wonderful imaginations God has given them as they explore the world around them.”
Chris graduated from Oklahoma Baptist University in 1987 with a bachelor’s in Elementary Education. For the past 38 years, she taught Pre-K through middle school, homeschooled her two sons, and supported K–2 teachers in learning support roles. Her husband is the Worship Pastor at First Baptist Church in Broken Arrow, and they've spent their married life in full-time Christian ministry. They have two sons, both worship pastors, and they recently welcomed their first grandchild. "I’m excited to begin this new chapter teaching three-year-olds at Evergreen Preschool."
Jennie has been teaching preschool for about 7 years. She has a CDA and Certificate of Mastery in Preschool. She enjoys spending time with my family, outdoor activities and learning. "I am excited to start at Evergreen and look forward to watching your kids grow this year."
Chae has one year of preschool teaching experience and many years of serving in children’s ministry and Christian camps. She loves helping little ones grow in both their faith and early learning through play, stories, and songs. "My goal is to create a joyful, Christ-centered classroom where every child feels safe and loved."