I grew up in Germany, where I earned my degree in Early Childhood Education. Working with preschool children in a Kindergarten, as it’s called in Germany, has been my passion ever since.

In 1992, my journey took me across the Atlantic to New York, Michigan, and eventually to San Diego, California.  I’ve remained deeply involved in education: running a German-language home daycare, teaching and working in administration at a private school for 14 years, and teaching German to children and adults.

Inspired by Fröbel’s belief that “Education is example and love,” I have found daily inspiration working with the teachers, children, and families at the Rasselbande since 2012. Our preschool—loosely translated as “young rascals”—offers a rich, play-based environment that supports multilingual and cultural learning.