Meet Our Staff

Our center is staffed by an outstanding group of dedicated teachers and professional caregivers. They are educated and trained in early childhood education, going above and beyond what is required by the state of Tennessee. Our teachers work diligently to provide a learning environment full of age-appropriate activities in an effort to help each child learn and grow to their fullest potential.

Our staff members promote a cooperative relationship between the center and parents to help establish the highest quality program possible for each child's development. Staff regularly keep parents informed about their child's daily activities and developmental achievements and also ask for parental insights and strategies to keep each child progressing. 

The Little Govs Child Learning Center's administration provides its teachers with opportunities for in-service training through conferences, workshops, and online training throughout the year. They foster an enthusiasm for teaching young children. They give aid in establishing a foundation in child development, an appreciation of each child's individuality, and an ability to stimulate a child's natural curiosity. They lead by example to be sensitive to each child's needs and are responsively involved with the children in their care. 

Angie Reed, Director

Angie brings more than 20 years of experience and leadership in education spanning from early childhood to elementary education. Angie joined APSU from Texas as an early intervention specialist and brings a wealth of experience from a long period in Minnesota as a pre-school and kindergarten teacher, early childhood curriculum and program coordinator and elementary site manager. Angie’s experience also includes public service as an early intervention specialist, parent program coordinator and education site specialist. She earned a master’s in education in family studies from the University of Minnesota and a bachelor’s degree in early childhood with a teaching certification from the University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Betty Nall, Assistant Director

Betty is the office assistant at the Little Govs Child Learning Center.  She has been working with young children and families since 2002. Betty has her CDA and technical teaching certificate in early childhood. She earned her associates degree in early childhood education from Nashville State Community College. She has worked in many settings with children including special education, teaching three and four year olds, as well as owning and directing her own center. Betty believes that children are life's greatest blessings given by God and it is a wonderful privilege for parents to entrust their most precious items into our care.

" A child's life is like a piece of paper on which every person leaves a mark." Author Unknown

 Amber Seagraves, Lead Teacher, Little Acorns Classroom

Amber is the lead teacher in our three year old classroom, Squirrels. She has over 10 years of experience with children up to 12 years old. She has her CDA in infant/toddler care, technical certificate in early childhood education, and is currently working towards an associate's degree in early childhood education. She is dedicated to creating bonds with children and families.

Amber's hopes are to always ensure a safe and loving, learning environment for all children and families that spark curiosity.  

Cindy Baker, Teacher Assistant, Little Acorns Classroom

Cindy is the teacher assistant in the three year old classroom, Squirrels.  She has been working with children for 29 years. Cindy has her CDA in early childhood education and a technical teaching certificate.

Cindy has a passion for teaching and caring for children and wants to inspire them to learn and grow.

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Tabitha is the lead teacher in our four year old classroom, Foxes. She has been working with young children and families since 2021. She graduated from Nashville State Community College with an AAS degree in early childhood education while simultaneously working on a child development associate credential and technical certificate in early childhood education. 

Tabitha's hopes are to nurture every child to their fullest potential every day. 

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Ronda is the lead teacher in the four year old classroom, Willow Tree. Ronda has been working with children since 2004. She earned her child development associate credential, a technical certificate in early childhood education, and an AAS in early childhood education. 

Ronda's hopes are for each child to know they are loved unconditionally, and that they feel welcome and safe.  

Valerie Johnson, Teacher Assistant, Willow Tree Classroom

Valerie is the teacher assistant in the four year old classroom, Willow Tree. Valerie has been working with children since 2018 and has a bachelor's degree in english literature with a minor in education. She has her child development associate credential and is working towards her technical certificate.

Valerie's hopes are to learn and grow as she loves and inspires each child in her classroom.

Erica Sager, Assistant Teacher

Erica is an assistant teacher at Little Govs. Erica has been employed at the center for over two years. She has been around children ages birth-12 since she was a teenager. She has a bachelor’s degree in education and is dedicated to making sure each child knows they are loved, welcome, and feel safe. Erica hopes to learn and grow as she is working with children and helping them.

David Gant, Substitute Teacher

David is a substitute teacher in all three of our classrooms at Little Govs.  He has been working with young children since 2019 and is currently pursing his degree in psychology. David wears many hats at the Little Govs including making the most amazing videos of the children and families.

David is a kid at heart and loves using imaginative play and art to help guide little ones through their most critical years.

Frances Cook, Substitute Teacher 

Frances is a seasoned substitute teacher at the Little Govs. She has been working with children and families since 1999. Frances holds a child development associate credential as well as a technical teaching certificate in early childhood education. 

Frances hopes are to make every child feel safe, happy and loved, so that they will be overjoyed to be in our care. 

Tracey Carney-Cane, Substitute Teacher

Tracey has been in childcare for over 28 years and has lots of experience working with children and families. She has obtained various training certificates including a TECTA orientation certificate. She has also received a child developmental associate credential and completed many other early childhood college courses toward the degree.

Tracey enjoys working with children and helping them to develop to their full learning and creative potential. 

Yolando Ingram, Substitute Teacher

Yolando has 20 beautiful years in early childhood, helping children grow and learn. She has a CDA, technical certificate and an AAS in child development. She enjoys engaging with children and teaching them in fun and exciting ways.