The Stony Creek Family

Stony Creek is fortunate to have an extended family comprised of many loving individuals that enjoy children and have a genuine concern for their future. We strive to enrich all of the children with experiences, material and guidance that is essential for learning and growing. Our family will provide an atmosphere where children can learn on their own level, be free to express their own feelings and ideas, and where initiative and creativity are encouraged. Stony Creek is proud of it’s family of Staff, please take the time to get to know the special qualities of your child’s teacher.

Meet the Team

  • Jane Spence Smiling

    Jane Spence

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    Jane is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University where she received her Bachelors and Masters Degree in Special Education.

  • Matthew Spence with children

    MATTHEW SPENCE

    BUSINESS MANAGER

    Matthew is affectionately known by all as “Big Matt.” He is Jane’s brother and applies his Business Degree to assist with the management of Stony Creek.

  • Kristy Miller Smiling

    Kristy Miller

    DIRECTOR OF STONY CREEK IN MILAN

    Kristy uses her Associates in Child Development and 14+ years of experience with each of the various groups of children and teachers at Stony Creek. She works mostly with preschools and the school-aged children.

  • Diane Wasielewski

    Diane Wasielewski

    DIRECTOR OF STONY CREEK IN ANN ARBOR

    Diane applies her Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and 20+years of experience to assure that each child at Stony Creek has their individual needs met in a rich, warm, and caring community.

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Join the Stony creek family

Are you interested in becoming a Stony Creek staff member? Candidates must be loving, nurturing, reliable, and energetic with a love for children and families. We offer training and support for the right fit. Please contact us to fill out an employment application and stop by to discuss our career opportunities.

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 Staff Qualifications

  1. Each classroom has a teacher or leader. Generally the teachers have one of the following:

    • 4 or 2 year degree in Early Childhood Education (or a related field)

    • Child Development Associate (CDA)

    • Plus practical experience working with young children

  2. Many of the teaching assistants have or are currently working toward their degree in Early Childhood Education

  3. All staff receive on going training and attend monthly meetings.

  4. All staff are certified in basic first aid and CPR.

  5. All staff and volunteers are screened by checking with:

    • Fingerprinting and background check.

    • Negative TB Test

    • References provided on the employment application.