The staff at Every Little Blessing recognizes the unique challenges and joys of knowing and working with children with Down syndrome and other (dis)abilities. Families can be assured that their child will be loved, supported and encouraged to try new things. In an inclusive setting, our staff understands the developmental milestones of typically developing children as well and children become the role models for the Down syndrome population. Teachers work to individualize goals for all children beginning with what their strengths are.
Ms. Jessica is the Director of ELB for her second year, after spending 3 years as the Lead Teacher for Littles class. She comes with over 16 years of teaching experience in elementary special education; she attended UTEP for her undergraduate studies and NMSU for her master’s in special education. Ms. Jessica is currently teaching a graduate course for Intro to Special Education at NMSU and is working on her Doctorate Program in Early Childhood.
Ms. Jessica has worked with children 5 years and younger in the public-school setting and is most passionate about early intervention with babies and preschool-aged children. Ms. Jessica is married to Noah and together they have a beautiful daughter named Josslyn. They are both very supportive of the Every Little Blessing program and enjoy spending time with the kids every chance they get!
Ms. Jessica is called Yaya by her loved ones, including the students. She is very dedicated to the success of ELB and providing the best support and resources to our families and children.
“Our task is to help children communicate with the world using all their potential, strengths and languages, and to overcome any obstacle presented by our culture.” Loris Malaguzzi
“Play is the only way the highest intelligence of humankind can unfold.” Joseph Chilton Pearce
Jackie Haines brings more than 25 years of experience in office management to Every Little Blessing. As a mother of two grown sons, Jackie appreciates the joy children add to life and truly sees each student as a blessing.
Jackie considers being a part of Every Little Blessing to be one of the greatest experiences of her career and looks forward to coming to the school every day.
Jackie’s role at Every Little Blessing extends beyond the management of all administrative needs, she is a part of every aspect of the school. You will enjoy her bright smile and positive energy when you walk in the front door! Ms. Jackie is our “Jackie of all trades” and we wouldn’t know what to do without her!!
Ms. Kim is starting her fourth year with ELB! She is SO happy to be a part of this wonderful school family. More importantly, she is THRILLED to be your teacher!
Ms. Kim attended and graduated from Texas Tech University with a BS in Education from Texas Tech University. GO TECH! She also attended Sul Ross State University where she received a MEd in School Administration.
Ms. Kim has taught early childhood, Pre-K, Kindergarten and 2nd grade in her 35 years in education. She spent 18 years at Region 19 ESC where she was Project Manager for Preschool Programs for Children with Disabilities. She holds every student she has taught so very close to her heart. She loves getting to watch her students grow and blossom throughout the year. She loves watching their personalities develop and getting to know each one of her kids for exactly who they are. She feels that being a teacher is such a blessing!
Ms. Kim is married to a wonderful man, Tim McNally, who is a teacher and Varsity Basketball Coach at Socorro High School. They have two daughters. Their oldest Erin is also an educator in San Antonio and is married to Jacob. Her youngest daughter Abigail is an Aerospace Engineer in Utah and is married to Tim, who is very supportive of ELB and often helps with technical support and security questions.
She is so excited to be your teacher and for you to be a part of this AWESOME all-star class we have lined up at Every Little Blessing Preschool. This is going to be a FANTASTIC year.
Ms. Chana is excited to begin the 2022-23 school year with you and your child. This is her first year with ELB, and her 10th year working in a school setting. Ms. Chana’s first year was working in an EPISD Preschool Programs for Children with Disabilities (PPCD) class as a paraprofessional working under a fantastic mentor (Ms. Jessica). She then went on to work as a special education teacher in the EPISD district and most recently Clint ISD as a Life Skills teacher.
She has a wonderful husband who is super supportive of her teaching career and loves to hear how her day was. Her husband has worked for Southwest Airlines for the past 25 years.
Ms. Chana has three beautiful girls and 1 grandpup. Madison, her oldest attends NMSU studying Special Education with a minor in Early Childhood and is a great mother to her grandpup. Savannah, her middle daughter attends Texas Tech University El Paso studying nursing and is extremely busy. Taylor, her baby works long hours and is still trying find her way.
While Ms. Chana stays busy outside of school, she is committed to your child and will enjoy watching the growth and progress that Every Little Blessing can offer you and your child.
