Our Preschool Staff & Church Ministry
Director – Mrs. Spitler
I have been a dedicated educator at YLUMCP for the past two years, starting as an assistant teacher, growing into a lead teacher, and now serving as the Preschool Director. With degrees in Early Childhood Education and Business from Cal Poly Pomona and Santa Ana College, I am passionate about fostering young children’s curiosity and love for learning.
Beyond my professional life, I have been happily married for over 30 years and have two wonderful children—a daughter and a son—who are nearly grown, along with two beloved dogs. Watching children experience those “lightbulb” moments under my care is one of the most rewarding parts of my job, and I strive to create a nurturing environment where they can thrive.
ROOM 1B – TODDLERS (AGES 18 mths – 2.5)
Ms. Flora
Lead Teacher
My passion for teaching began when I was a child, I come from a family of educators. Becoming a teacher has been the most rewarding job I have ever had. My purpose as a teacher is to make a difference in each of the students’ lives. Children are the future of our world, and I feel blessed to be a part of this wonderful journey.
Ms. Alexis
Co-Lead Teacher
Teaching means the world to me. I love that I can give back to the local community. It is fulfilling to know that I can share my love of learning with each student. Also, I enjoy helping shape young minds.
ROOM 2 – PRE-K & TK (AGES 3.7-5)
Ms. Anita –
Lead Teacher
My goals are to inspire a lifelong love of learning in my students. I believe in creating a supportive classroom where curiosity thrives, and each child feels empowered to reach their full potential. To teach is to touch a life forever.
ROOM 3 – Coming Soon
ROOM 4 – PRESCHOOL (AGES 2.5-3.5) Potty Training & Trained!
Ms. Mitchie-
Lead Teacher
It’s so fun to teach. I love seeing the joy on all the kids’ faces each day. I love watching them grow and learn new things. They bring such light into the world and into the classroom.
ROOM 5 – DUAL LANGUAGE – Spanish (AGES 3-5)
Ms. Scarlett
Lead Teacher
I love teaching children because it is a gift. Being able to show God’s unconditional love through teaching is a blessing; doing it through play, creating unforgettable and new memories and witnessing their milestones and aha moments is priceless. 💖
ROOM 6 – PRESCHOOL (AGES 3-3.6) Potty Trained
Mrs. Dawn
Lead Teacher
Children have so much to offer to the world. I always enjoyed being with children and helping them learn to do things that they had not done before. I always knew that I wanted to be a teacher and have worked with children most of my life. I feel like not only am I teaching them but that they are also teaching me. I enjoy seeing and learning through their eyes.
Assistant/Floating Teachers
Ms. Crystal
Afternoon Teacher and Substitute Teacher
I am passionate about creating a loving, Christ-centered environment where every child feels seen, heard, and valued. I believe each child’s voice matters. My desire is to help lay a strong foundation by sharing God’s love while encouraging children to grow socially, academically, and emotionally. I enjoy working alongside the team and supporting those around me to help create a positive and nurturing atmosphere. It is a blessing to be part of each child’s journey as they discover their God given potential.
OUR CHURCH MINISTRY
Pastor Greg –
Children’s Ministry Director
Since my youth I have served in local church ministry. Children and their families hold a special place in my heart, and I have been blessed to have served in a few churches for a long-term impact on God’s Kingdom. I received my BA in children’s & youth ministry from Pacific Christian College (now Hope International University) in Fullerton and have developed a philosophy of creatively reaching all generations with the Good News of Jesus Christ. As I enter my eleventh year in ministry here at YLUMC, I am so excited about our growing ministries which include our Kids Kingdom Sunday School, our Preschool program and a Cub Scout & Boy Scout program. I also enjoy working at my part-time job with FedEx and spending time with my family. Our family is made up of my wife Julie, two grown children, one adopted teen, four grand kids, along with a home full of frogs (not real ones) to help us all. . . F.R.O.G – Fully Rely On God! I look forward to serving your family and the community around us!!!
