Brandy is the director of business operations for Gioiosa. She graduated from Missouri State University with a Masters degree majoring in Teaching.  She has four years of classroom teaching experience and 12 years of instructional design, change management, and program management nine of which were in a management or director capacity. 

SJ Crasnow has been teaching since 2007 and during that time has worked with learners who range in age from infants through college students. SJ is thrilled to be back working with early learners who are at such an exciting and important time in their lives - educationally and otherwise!

Colby is the lead teacher for the infant unit at Gioiosa. She completed her CDA (Child Development Associate) earlier this year and she has been working in child care since 2017, and with Gioiosa since April 2023. Prior to entering center environments, she worked as a nanny for two years. Between her time with her last center and her time with Gioiosa, Colby worked with the elderly in a senior center. 

Bella is a dedicated team member at Gioiosa Montessori. As a passionate educator in the toddler room, Bella thrives on creating a nurturing environment for the little ones, fostering their growth and development through engaging activities and compassionate care. A proud mom of a two-year-old, she brings a personal understanding of early childhood development to her role, enhancing her ability to connect with both children and their families. With a lifelong passion for working with kids of all ages, Bella is committed to supporting each child's unique journey and promoting a love for learning in a safe and supportive setting.