Yvette Tyree
I chose this career path because
After spending 15 years working for the government I had to put my children in daycare. I saw a need for childcare within my community and I decided to open my own preschool. I really love watching children learn from a young age.
I prepared for this career by
I have a B.A in Early Child Development and Psychology. Currently I am working on my Master's Degree in Educational Counselling.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
There are a lot of programs that are government controlled. I am licensed since 1987. There is so little being done by the state for early childhood development in the low income areas.
My greatest strength(s)
Human Resources and Outreach
My greatest accomplishment to date
Training staff and having the resources available for them. Also come here sometimes not knowing anything and just watching them learn and grow is such an accomplishment.
My personal/professional goals
I want to continue what I am doing, thinking outside the box a bit more. Be more proactive with merging with the Public schools.
What/Who has inspired me the most
I have so much passion for what I do.
I most want to be known/remembered for
That I was able to give the children an excellent preschool experience.
I participate in the following organizations/memberships
Woman's Ministry work, I was President of ICM and WMW
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
Love spending time with my family traveling, reading, going up to the mountains. My husband is also a pastor so we like to be involved within our community.