Meet the Teachers
Ms. Courtney, Lead Educator
My name is Courtney Aranda, before coming to KECC in 2018, I taught at the elementary level for six years. I have absolutely loved the switch to preschool!
I have a dog named Leilani that I love very much and enjoy spending time with my family.
You can find me at every Blues home game... I am a HUGE fan!
Ms. Nikki, Classroom Educator
My name is Nicole Timlin (Ms. Nikki) and I have worked at KECC since July 2002, both in the classroom, and for many years as the special education secretary in the main office. Prior to KECC, I taught two-year-olds, and I was also trained as a Parent Educator through Parents as Teachers.
I was raised in Kirkwood, and I still live here with my husband Tim, a PE teacher at North Kirkwood Middle School, and our three kids - they attend Keysor & NKMS. I also have one adult daughter who grew up spending so much time at KECC!
I’m very excited to meet you!
Ms. Shari, Classroom Educator
I have been here at KECC since 2001! I was a part of the full day program for ten years, before joining the half day program.
My son works for the Federal police force and my daughter is attending Missouri State. I am Program manager for The Maren Fund, a program helping to further skills and education for children with Down syndrome.
I’m excited to get to know your family and child and to watch them grow!