The Creative Learning Loft

A creative learning center for children

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The Creative Learning Loft is dedicated to providing a fun-filled learning experience for children.

 

We are located at:  2149 Roosevelt Ave. Redwood City Ca. 94061, 650-261-1329

Creative Director

 
Darlene Hampton has a long and loving relationship with the art,child education and the community of the Bay Area.
 
Working for the last five years under the strict regime of other after-school programs, Darlene has taken her unique way of looking at how children learn through imagination, art and play to develop The Creative Learning Loft. The Loft is designed to inspire growth, curiosity and the love of learning in children.
 
Darlene is a qualified teacher of K-3th grades, and has traveled the Bay Area elementary schools teaching and sharing her special innovative and 'creative ways' to more than 500 students. 
 
Darlene resides in Redwood City, and is the Co-Chair of the Fall Festival at Filoli Gardens, Chair of the Children's Tea Party at Filoli's Holiday Traditions and the past Art Committee Chair. 
Team Members
 
The Creative Learning Loft team are at least 21 years of age and enjoy the same philosophy; learning through play.
 
Our instructors are certified in Early Childhood Education, and our staff hold 12 ECE units. All our staff are CPR Certified, we have background clearance and meet all Health and Safety requirements.

 

Jenna Vella - Teacher / Nutrition Specialist

 

I have been with The Creative Learning Loft for two years, and have had the pleasure of getting to know and love all our families.

 

My background has always involved children. Out of high school, I went right into taking ECE classes at Canada College. I currently have 24 ECE credits, and will be returning to school soon to obtain more.

 

I can't wait to continue learning and growing with the new Loft families.

Andrew Floyd -

Transportation Supervisor / Teacher Assistant

Orion Pickup

 

Andrews’ position at the Loft is varied and changes daily. He is a man of many talents and carries a wonderful can-do attitude. Andrew is my most valued employee.

Andrew has been our school's bus driver for the last year. Maintains all vehicles and

keeps the children safe on their brief  journey to the Loft, works well with the school teachers, families and school administrators.

As our teachers assistant he is responsible for providing help and support to teachers and pupils. Andrew has worked with the children, families and staff members at The Loft for the last 18 months. He is responsible for working with children 5- 7 years of age at the Loft and for the children’s outside time at Roosevelt Elementary School.( Ball and Parachute games) Andrew is responsible for most of the prep work for working projects for the children in reading, writing, crafts and arts. Andrew helps all staff members with supervising the children in the classroom activities, meals etc.

Andrew creatively creates a fun and educational atmosphere in the Loft.

Andrew has been a direct influence on our growth and has agreed to take on our new Transportation Supervisory role. Thank you Andrew!

Danielle Landucci - Teacher / Instructor 

 

Hi, I am Danielle Landucci, a recent graduate from Sonoma State University. I graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Early Childhood Education. I am currently a preschool teacher at Rainbow Preschool, located on Roosevelt Campus, as well as a recent addition to The Loft’s family. Working with children is my #1 passion, alongside the SF Giants, snowboarding and teaching. I love to laugh and smile and cannot wait to meet all your children and families. J 

Ray Herrera - Transportation / Public Relations

Adelante Pickup

 

Born and raised in San Jose, Ca; An Alumni from San Jose State University, Ray's concentration was a Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing and Administration. While away from the Creative Learning Loft, Ray works part-time as a Field Ambassador with the Oakland Athletics in Major League Baseball. Not only has Ray worked in Major League Baseball but he also served at Director of Ticket Sales & Services for the San Jose Wolves (Now Stockton Wolves) of the American Indoor Football Association during their Inaugural season in 2010.  Ray has also worked with The three time world champions San Jose SaberCats from 2006-2009 of the Arena Football League (AFL) as a Senior Account Executive and the F.C. Gold Pride of the Woman's Professional Soccer.  
 
While working with these major sports franchises, Ray had the opportunity to work with numerous Non-Profits here in the Bay Area.  Just to name a few: "The Make a Wish Foundation", Gold and Blue Star Mothers of the Military, KIN Foundation (Kids In Need), Andrew Hill Pop Warner, Diabetes Society, Lions Club, Murphy Middle School, Santa Clara County Sheriffs and Cathedral of Faith in San Jose. The last three years Ray has devoted his time by coaching both girls softball and girls soccer here in Redwood City in city recreation leagues (AYSO, Team Wicked & Redwood City Girls Softball). While being active on the field, Ray also volunteers at Our Lady of Mount Carmel School in Redwood City during the school season.
 
During his free time Ray enjoys volunteering for the Local Non-Profits, working out at the gym, going to as many sporting events in the Bay Area and spending as much time as possible with his Family & Friends. Heading into his first school year season with Creative Learning Loft Team, Ray is very excited to be part of it in 2011 and beyond.   

Rebekah Steiner - Volunteer Teachers Aide

 

 

Mark Hampton - IT Specialist

 

Mark comes to The Creative Learning Loft with high qualifications. Working with the Bay Area advocates, Mark realized the need for a higher level of interaction and one-on-one help for the local children. Using his extensive knowledge of computers and love of science, Mark brings his skills to the Computer and Science Lofts.
 
Mark is a Software Architect, and is the creative mind behind our Computers for All program. Mark is also our general problem solver.
 

 
 
Disclaimer: Parent/ guardians/ caregivers are responsible for supervising the safety of their children at all timeswhile they are on The Creative Learning Loft premises.  Upon registering your child for participation in programs at The Creative Learning Loft , you acknowledge that you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries that you or your child may incur while on The Creative Learning Loft premises.  Furthermore, The Creative Learning Loft  is not a licensed childcare facility, and any child age four or under is required to have a parent or guardian/ caregiver present at all times during lessons or special events in case of emergency.