St. John's Lutheran Childcare Staff

Toni Nuelk

Mrs. Toni Nuelk
Childcare Director

Mrs. Nuelk began working at St John’s in 2000 where she was the After School Care Coordinator and worked with the Summer Program. In 2005 she was appointed as the Childcare Director, She received her Childcare Administration credentials from UW-Milwaukee. She is the mother of 2 high school boys and enjoys watching them play baseball and reading in her spare time.
M. Mitchell, Infant Lead, St. John's Glendale

Miriam Mitchell
Infant Lead

My biggest goal in the Infant Room is to have a smooth transition from home for both the children and the parents. Being a parent myself, I know how difficult it is to find a place that you trust to take care of your child. I believe that the warm, welcome environment in the Infant Room gives parents that essential comfort. We follow the schedules of each individual child from what you do at home already, and are child advocates for personal growth and development. My curriculum consists mainly of nurturing the children: meeting their needs and having them feel loved. We also help the children achieve developmental milestones so they can move on to the Tykes Room. Children are gifts from God, and each day we spend with them is a blessing.
L. McLellen, Tykes Lead, St. John's Glendale

Lorie McLellen
Tykes Lead

I believe your child should feel St John's is their home away from home. The Toddler room is a place where we snuggle with a blanket and rock to sleep and where bumps and bruises, which there are many at this age, are hugged and kissed away. This is a room for exploring and transitioning from infant to toddler. Many FIRST happen here. First foods, first words and first steps. We find great joy in watching the children discover the world around them. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to watch these little miracles grow.
J, Sullican, Toddler Lead, St. John's Glendale

Jenn Sullivan
Toddler Lead

My first experience at St. John's was as a working mom, so I understand the challenge of balancing career, parenthood, and faith. I believe in the power of strong parent-teacher relationships and offer my own experiences, discoveries, and well-researched techniques to the Toddler classroom each day. Toddlers learn best through play, so I strive for a balance of free-play and guided learning. Individual interests and group personalities are the inspiration for our learning chapters which include reading, music, art, sensory, math, language, and more. I love to see Toddlers loving learning! I believe that the foundation built at this important age sets the stage for the rest of their life, and foster confidence, respect, values, and self-worth through consistency, clear boundaries, and communication.
A. Nagle, Preschool Room Lead, St. John's Glendale

Angie Nagle
Lead Preschool Room

Children in this room just want to be big.I believe with love and guidance we can help children become more independent, and help them grow from a toddler to a big boy or girl. The Preschool room is a place where we make messes but we all learn to clean up. It is a place where a line of chairs becomes a train or a classroom of children becomes a flock of birds. Imaginations run wild and we encourage this through various activities. We are a structured room where your child will have daily tasks and responsibilities. Children will learn prayers and songs, go home and teach you how to say and sing them. This is a time of great social and emotional growth for your child. We help guide your child in expressing their emotions and interacting with their friends. It is my pleasure and privilege to see these children grow and become more independent.