Meet The Team
Vicki Hare
My name is Vicki Hare and I am the Director of Bethany Early Childhood Center. I am a native of Colorado and have spent most of my life right here in the southeast area. I have been teaching for 25 years in the Cherry Creek and Douglas County School Districts as well as Head Start. I became the director in 2018 after teaching in the Owls room for a year. I have two beautiful daughters and three amazing grandchildren.
Jessica Stengel
My name is Jessica Stengel and I am the Assistant Director and Junior K teacher. I have been at BECC for over 2 years. I am 31 years old and a native to Colorado. As a relatively new teacher, I am continuing to pursue education and training to help your children learn and grow an become the best little people possible. Working with children has always been a passion of mine, I love coming to work everyday and spending time with the kids and great staff here.
Ms. Anna
My name is Anna and I am the lead teacher in the Puffins room. I am excited to be working with the kiddos here at BECC! I have an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Denver Seminary, and have several years experience doing behavioral therapy with young children. I have been married for 10 years to my wonderful husband and have 2 beautiful little boys.
Puffins Room- 4 year old’s.
Ms. Molly
My name is Molly and I am the lead teacher in the Sparrows room. I am 29 years old and am a Denver native and actually grew up in this neighborhood! I am currently getting my masters in clinical mental health and school counseling at the University of Northern Colorado-Denver Campus, with the hopes of becoming a play therapist for children under 8! I have felt at home here at BECC since my son’s first day here 2 years ago, he is now a puffin, now I have greatest pleasure of working here with all your wonderful children! I was a Denver Cadet with the Denver Fire Department during my undergrad at Metro State, so I love telling the kids I know how to drive a fire truck!
Sparrows room-3 Year old’s.
Ms. Fatima
My name is Fatima and I am the lead teacher in the Owls room. I am 28 years old and a proud Mexican native. I was born in Guadalajara Jalisco Mexico but have lived in Denver for the last 11 years. I am married and am a mother of 2 wonderful girls.
Although my educational journey started only about 2 years ago, I can honestly say that it has been an amazing experience as I have learned just as much from the children as they do from me. Each day is filled with new challenges and victories so I can honestly say that there is never a dull moment. I aspire to continue this professional endeavor to become the best educator I can be.
Owls Room- 2.5-3 year old room.
Ms. Tayler
My name is Tayler and I am an Assistant Teacher. I have been working with kids for almost 5 years now. I was born and raised in Montana with 7 little brothers and 1 little sister. I am a huge animal lover and have 3 dogs of my own as well as a snake. I love to bake, thrift, hike, anything outdoors, and spend time with my dogs. I’m really looking forward to forming strong bonds with all of the students and giving them a loving, fun, and safe environment to learn and grow.
Ms. Daysha
My name is Daysha and I am a lead teacher and floater. I have been working in childcare for 6 years and currently pursuing my bachelors at Metropolitan State University of Denver in Elementary education. I am a Colorado native and a huge Broncos, Rockies, Nuggets, and Avalanche fan. I am so thankful for the opportunity to be able to work at Bethany Early Childhood Center with a group of great staff and kiddos.
Sparrows Room
Ms. Leticia
Ducklings room 18 months-2.5 years old.
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Diana
My name is Diana and I am 30 years old. I teach the Ducklings in the morning and after-care for the older students. I also teach Spanish to all of the age groups! I am from Chihuahua Mexico, where I was born and raised. Since I was a child I dreamed of becoming a teacher, so I made my dream come true. After finding my passion for early education I graduated with my bachelor degree in preschool education in 2015. When I first thought about working with children I wanted to teach children, but later realized that kids teach me a lot more than I had imagined and I love it. I try my best to be a good guide for kids and I truly enjoy learning about life together. I have more than 7 years of experience in the education field with focus on preschoolers, though I have been working with toddlers as well in different environments.
Ducklings room- 18 months-2.5 years old.