Jamie Mild - Director

Jamie is the owner and operator of Peas in a Pod Daycare, Ltd.  She is a Brookfield native and currently resides with her husband Robert and her three children Lily and Robert II and Ava.  Mrs. Mild holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Akron, Ohio and recently received her Child Development Credential in infant/toddler studies.  Mrs. Mild has been with Peas in a Pod, Ltd. since it opened in October 2001.

Lisa Stiftinger - Facility Manager

Lisa  has been with Peas in a Pod Daycare, Ltd. since March of 2002 and is currently the Manager of the center.  She attended Youngstown State University and also St. Francis School of Nursing.  She resides in Hubbard with her Husband, Kirt and Daughter Kirsten, who is 8-years old.  She has her CDA (Child Development Associate Credential) for 2 years now.  Lisa takes an active roll with the children everyday and currently involves herself within the classroom as much as possible.

Joyce Jones - Infant Teacher

Hi!  My name is Mrs. Joyce.  I am married and have five children.  I have been at Peas in a Pod for 6 years and really love working with children.  I have earned my CDA and continued my education in childcare.  My main goal is to help parents feel confident in leaving their children in my care and the children to feel secure and happy during the time we spend together.

Maureen Moore - Toddler Two Teacher

Hi!  I am Maureen Moore and I have been the Toddler 2 teacher at Peas for just over three years now.  I bring 17 years of early childcare experience with me.  I earned my CDA at Ohio State ext.

My husband, Mathew and I live in Youngstown with our 14 year old daughters.

Karen Boyce - Preschool Teacher

Hi!  My name is Karen Boyce.  I am 28 years old and have been working with Peas for 8 years now.  I have been working in childcare for 8 years.  I started babysitting at the age of 12.  I have always loved being around kids.  I am certified in communicable disease, child abuse, first aide and CPR.  I have my CDA.  Each child holds a special place in my heart.  I enjoy my job!

Sandi Brown - 3 yr. Preschool

My name is Sandi Brown.  I have worked in childcare for 7 1/2 years now.  I obtained my CDA certification in September of 2007.  I am in my fourth year of teaching preschool - ages 3 and 4.  This is my favorite age group.  The kids are so excited and eager to learn.  I also have a 4 year old son, Luke.  He is my biggest inspiration in being a caring, nurturing teacher and mother.

Melissa Snyder

My name is Melissa Snyder.  I am 31 years old and the mother of two, Brody age 5 and Ella age 3.  I have been married for 8 years to my husband, Pete.  We reside in Hubbard where we both grew up.  I have two younger siblings, a brother and a sister.  My sister has a daughter and is expecting a baby boy in March 2009.  My brother is expecting his first, a boy, in January 2009.  I am from a large family and have always loved children, that is how I got into childcare.  I started working in the childcare field in 2001 and completed my CPA in 2003.  I have been at Peas in a Pod for almost two years now and I am loving every minute of it.  I don't see a career change in my future any time soon.

Kim Najdusak

Graduated from Brookfield High School in 2003.  She has lived in Brookfield all her life.  She is currently going to school to receive her CDA.  She has worked at Peas in a Pod for almost four years now.  She enjoys working with the children and watching them grow and learn.

Leslie Reble

Hi!  My name is Leslie Reble and I am a 31 year old mother of two girls.  I have been working in childcare for about 13 years and have been at Peas in a Pod for almost two years.  I have recently gone back to school and I am working towards my degree in Psychology.

Breanna Mild

Hi!  My name is Breanna Mild.  I am 19 years old and live in Brookfield, Oh.  I graduated from Brookfield High School in 2007.  After graduating, I attended the University of Toledo for a year then was accepted to Jamenson School of Nursing.  I am currently taking a few classes at PSU and will begin my nursing program in August 2009.  I have been working summers at the daycare ever since I was 13 years old.  I started as a helper.  I love having the privilege to watch the children move from our infant room to graduating "pea school."  I am lucky enough to honestly say..."I love my job!"