The First Baptist Church of Clarendon Child Development Center takes great pride in its teachers, all of whom bring valuable expertise, dedication, and a love of children. The success your child will enjoy this year is the result of the gifts and talents of each committed member of the FBCC CDC school family.
"Young children are at the center of my heart" - Secethia, Executive Director
Secethia, Executive Director, is entering her 39th year with the FBCC CDC where she has served as a Teachera's Aide, an Assistant Teacher and Assistant Director. In May 1998, she received the Northern Virginia Outstanding Service to Children Award. She enjoys reading literature, Country French and Tuscan antiquing, traveling, hiking, gardening, and gourmet cooking.
Julie, Assistant Director, is honored to be a part of the FBCC CDC family which she joined in March 1984. Julie served the children and families of the CDC for 15 years as a Lead Teacher and 5 years as Infant and Toddler Program Coordinator. Julie enjoys watching football, spending time with her family and friends.
Our Administrative Team
Bonnie, Educational Manager
Derrick, Public Relations and Administration
Keisha, Accounts Manager
Heather, Enrollment Coordinator
Rudy, Camp Director
Jason, Outdoor Classroom Director
Monica, Payroll and Benefits Manager
Amanda, Curriculum and Program Coordinator
Our Teaching Teams
The dedicated staff of the First Baptist Church of Clarendon Child Development Center is committed to providing a healthy and nurturing environment in which your child can learn and grow. Each staff member undergoes a combined criminal history/sex offender background check, a physical examination with TB screening, and agrees to participate in a minimum of sixteen (16) hours of professional development training, workshops and/or classes every year. Most of our staff hold a Bachelor's Degree in early childhood education or a related field, and our teacher's aides are encouraged to pursue a Child Development Associate (CDA) degree program or minimum of ninety hours of a credential training program.
Little Lambs (Infants)
Julie, Lead Teacher
Kristi, Co-Teacher
Venicia, Co-Teacher
Janice, Co-Teacher
Lotus Blossoms (Infants)
Cheray, Lead Teacher
Nellie, Co-Teacher
Chanelle, Co-Teacher
Caterpillars (Infants)
Olivia, Lead Teacher
Elizabeth, Co-Teacher
Andee, Co-Teacher
Cheetah Cubs (Toddlers)
Lynette, Lead Teacher
Liping, Co-Teacher
Christa, Co-Teacher
Polar Bears (Toddlers)
Jenai, Lead Teacher
Lajuan, Co-Teacher
Loan, Co-Teacher
Brown Bears (Toddlers)
Gwen, Lead Teacher
Nina, Co-Teacher
Prudence, Co-Teacher
Wild Flowers (Young Preschool)
Shontee, Lead Teacher
Bernita, Co-Teacher
Pumas (Young Preschool)
Halima, Lead Teacher
Evelyn, Co-Teacher
Lady Bugs (Young Preschool)
Elise, Lead Teacher
Courtney, Co-Teacher
Leaping Lizards (Middle Preschool)
Kris, Lead Teacher
Polina, Co-Teacher
Little Lovebirds (Middle Preschool)
Katrina, Lead Teacher
Chiquita, Co-Teacher
Butterflies (Montessori)
Kaz, Lead Teacher
Imani, Co-Teacher
Maria, Co-Teacher
Bluebirds (Montessori)
Drew, Co-Lead Teacher
Sarla, Co-Lead Teacher
Roaring Lions (Pre-Kindergarten)
Sharon, Lead Teacher
Traona, Co-Teacher
Sea Turtles (Pre-Kindergarten)
Immer, Lead Teacher
Alyssa, Co-Teacher
Nature's Explorers (Junior Kindergarten)
Bindu, Lead Teacher
Barbara, Co-Teacher
Our Resource Faculty
Chiquita, Resource
Connie, Chinese
Brian, Physical Education
Gwen, Librarian
Josie, Computer/Music
Morena, Spanish
Tamica, Resource