OWNER

Chelle Cooper has a variety of experience within the fields of education, human services, child development, and human resources. She holds bachelors degrees in Sociology and Special Education, a minor in Psychology, and has extensive graduate degree coursework in Organizational Development. Chelle also holds the following credentials through the state of Illinois (Early Childhood Education, Infant and Toddler, Illinois Directors). When she isn't busy running around with the kiddos at her center, she is spending time with her husband and five children. Family is so very important to her and is the foundation on which she runs her business and life. She also has two furry children: a dog named Rigsby, a certified therapy dog who you'll see running around and playing with the kids at the center, and a bunny named Ollie.

INFANT/TODDLER DIRECTOR

Anna joined our team in 2019. Now as our director at Life Long Learners 212, Anna brings a positive mindset and years of experience to our team! She has a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and has been working with children since she graduated high school. Anna is a proud mother of two boys, Evan and Grayson, who both attend Life Long Learners. She also has a 4 legged baby - a dog named Maxie.

INFANT TEAM SUPPORT

Jackie is a mother of 2 amazing children; a daughter named Cassie and a son named Parker. She is married to my wonderful husband, Brad. Jackie worked in customer service for 20 yrs. Her life long dream has always been to work with children, as she has a big love for all children and is so happy to be fulfilling my dream with Life Long Learners! Her hobbies include crafting, wood burning, going to the movies, zoo, and aquarium. Jackie is blessed to have a very large family which is the most important thing to her.

INSPIRE TEACHER

Christian graduated from Joliet Junior College with an Associate of Arts degree in 2022. His ECE journey started at Life Long Learners as a floater, but he quickly learned how easy working with children came to him and the impact he can have in Early Childhood. He has continued developing his knowledge, skills, and experience as a teacher since start in 2022 and is Director Qualified.

He is constantly looking for new learning opportunities that will help him become a better teacher. He brings his creativity into the classroom through STEAM activities and his strong points also include social emotional development and cultivating independence.

PROJECT MANAGER

Jackie has been with Life Long Learners since 2014. She is very active in the community, serving as a bible school teacher and child mentor in her church and a social committee chairperson in Naperville schools. She is a Girl Scout and Brownie leader, and has spent a great deal of time volunteering at the Dupage Children's Museum. She is extremely creative and spends much of her spare time preparing amazing activities for the kids. She is a busy mother of two!

NIDO TEACHER

Nikki has over 25 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and has been part of Life Long Learners since 2022. She loves working with our youngest learners in the Nido room, where she helps them discover new things each day. Nikki’s goal is to be a positive influence in every child’s life and to create a warm, nurturing environment where children can grow and thrive.