
Our Infant Classroom
We know the first year of life can have a big influence on a child’s success in the years that follow. That’s why teachers in your child’s Infant classroom provide a loving and nurturing environment as they lay the foundation for learning. This includes literacy; communication and vocabulary skills to help your infant better express their needs; gross motor skills and sensory development; and emotional well-being.
Nurturing Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®


Health & Safety
Their health & safety. Our top priority.
Our school is committed to high standards of safety and cleanliness as we create a caring and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
- Requiring any children or staff with fever to return home and stay home until fever free for at least 24 hours
- Frequent disinfecting and sanitizing of high-touch toys
- Frequent handwashing by children and staff, which is embedded in our curriculum and daily staff protocols
- Training teachers on common signs of illness in children, and placing signage in every classroom to keep signs of illness top of mind
- Daily laundering of crib sheets for infants
- Ensuring appropriate teacher-student classroom ratios
- Continuous health & safety training for our staff, including first aid and CPR certification
- Maintaining an up-to-date and customized Safe School Plan posted in all classrooms for easy teacher access
- Monthly emergency drills so children and staff are prepared for emergencies
Our Infant Classroom Teachers & Staff

Ms. Jayden
Ms. Jayden holds an Associate’s degree as an Early Childhood Specialist from STI and brings six years of early childhood education experience, along with two years of volunteer work at Sanford Children’s Castle, to her role as Lead Infant 2 Teacher. She is passionate about whole-child development and creating nurturing environments where every infant feels safe, supported, and excited to grow. Outside of the classroom, she loves spending time with family and friends, going to the lake, and shopping — and her dogs Duke and Rocky are always happy to see her come home.

Ms. Taylor
Ms. Taylor holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and brings adaptability, compassion, and genuine patience to the classroom every single day. She is passionate about helping children reach their milestones and develop new skills in a supportive and encouraging environment, and her favorite part of the job is building meaningful connections and being someone each child can truly trust. When she is not at school, you can find her reading, coloring, baking, or getting a workout in. Her friends and family inspire her daily, and her favorite family tradition of Sunday dinners at her great grandma’s house is something she holds close to her heart.

Ms. Makelle
Ms. Blake brings a passion for shaping young minds and a heart full of creativity, patience, and enthusiasm to her role as an Infant Teacher at Primrose School of Sioux Falls. She is a trusted and encouraging presence for every baby in her care — building meaningful connections, celebrating each small milestone, and creating a safe, supportive space where little ones can grow and flourish. Currently pursuing her degree in elementary education, she brings a genuine excitement for learning and growing right alongside the children she teaches. For families, she is a dedicated and communicative partner committed to being a positive, trusted presence in each child’s life. We are so grateful for the energy, compassion, and dedication Ms. Blake brings to the Primrose family — our littlest learners, their families, and our staff are so lucky to have her.

Ms. Bailey
Ms. Bailey brings over six years of childcare experience to her role as an Assistant Infant 1 Teacher, along with a genuine passion for helping children learn, grow, and discover new skills. She loves creating a caring, positive classroom environment and supporting both children and their families, and watching children reach milestones and accomplish new things is what inspires her every day. She especially loves watching children express their personalities and seeing how they interact with one another, and her goal is to help every child have fun and celebrate their successes as they learn and grow. Outside of school, she enjoys coloring, going on walks, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.

Ms. Brooklyn
Ms. Brooklyn brings over seven years of experience working with children across daycare centers, summer programs, and school districts to her role as a support teacher. She is currently pursuing her degree in Speech and Hearing Science at Arizona State University, and that passion for child development shines through in everything she does. Her favorite part of the job is watching children learn new skills and gain confidence as they grow. Her daughter Alaia inspires her every single day, and when she is not at school you can find her spending time with her kids, her younger siblings, or soaking up the great outdoors.

Ms. Darian
Ms. Darian brings positivity, kindness, and enthusiasm to her classroom each day, along with a talent for building strong, meaningful relationships with each child and their family. She loves how silly and lighthearted young children can be, and she finds it almost impossible to be in a bad mood around them. She is motivated by watching her students reach meaningful milestones and grow in confidence, and outside of school, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, including their Sunday family dinners.

Ms. Angelina
Ms. Lina is bilingual in English and Spanish and is passionate about giving every child the individualized support they need to succeed, bringing reliability, strong communication, and a positive attitude to her classroom each day. She lights up during those powerful “aha” moments when something finally clicks for a child, and she is motivated by knowing her dedication makes a real difference in their development. In her personal time, she loves being outdoors, shopping local, trying new foods, and treasures the family recipes passed down through generations.

Ms. Allyson
Ms. Allyson brings 13 years of experience caring for children to her role as an Infant Assistant Teacher, including five years as a nanny and the past eight years in childcare centers. Originally from New Jersey, she moved to Sioux Falls in 2014. She loves watching children learn new things, and she is excited to be part of the Primrose family and to help your little ones learn and grow. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, cooking, and baking, and she shares her home with her two cats, Theo and Junio.









