Teachers

My name is Naema Said and I joined the MDO Family in 2022 when I enrolled my son in Level 2.  It was the best decision for my family. My son came home happy as he played, learned and socialized with his peers and was eager to return. I also had a break while tending to my newborn; who joined the MDO Family with me in the Nursery in 2023.  I am looking forward to a great school year, both as a parent and one of your Daily Directors.

Hi, my name is April and I am a mom to five wonderful kids and am so excited to join the Mom's Day Out team this year as a daily director and teacher! All my kids are in full day school except my youngest, who is almost 8 months old and will be in the infant room this year. I love being active whether it's working out, yoga, hiking, or running. I also love kids and am so excited I was able to find a job that allows me to spend time doing what I love! I am so excited to meet your kids!

My name is Julie and Mom’s Day Out is one of the greatest things I’ve ever been a part of. I joined with my son, Lucas, in 2008 when he was 18 months old. The program was perfect because it gave me the break that I so desperately needed while providing an outlet for him to play and grow. I was all in. I started donating supplies and singing their praises to everyone who would listen. Soon I was asked to join the team. I became a Daily Director in 2010 and eventually even served as President of the Board. Through the years I have met some of the most amazing families and I have been so grateful to work with a fantastic team of teachers. 

My name is Ashlyn Horario and my son and I are excited for our second year at MDO! Watching my youngest grow into a confident kid with a big group of friends has been amazing, and being able to pay that back to the program by helping other kids thrive last year was an incomparable experience. When we’re not at MDO, you can find our family out for a hike, a run, a bike ride- or snuggled up on the couch playing video games. 

My family first joined Mom’s Day Out in 2017 with my oldest son and we made lifelong friends. My youngest son now attends MDO and I enjoy watching him develop his own personality among his peers. I am very excited to teach at MDO! I enjoyed my time substituting in the classroom last year. Ages 2-3 are my very favorite to interact with. They go through so much growth and development that is fun to watch them. For fun I like to go hiking with my family, crafting, budgeting, and cooking new recipes. I can’t wait to get to know your kiddos!

Hello! I’m a mom of 3 (Braeden, Teagan and Tyson) and wife to my husband, Torben. I love teaching pre-school age kiddos because they are eager to learn and explore. I’m excited to watch them grow and have fun this year! 

Fun fact about me:

I’m originally from Yellowstone National Park! My dad lived and worked there so I was raised there. My first word was Elk.

I first brought my children to Mom’s Day Out in 2014 and have had 1 or more children in the program ever since. They have learned, played, and made lots of friends. This year my youngest daughter will be in the nursery.  I was a member of the Board during the 2017-18 school year and then began teaching at MDO in 2018.  I grew up in Western Washington but I attended college in Utah. I worked teaching school in Guatemala and after getting married moved back to Washington and worked for the Kent School District for 3 years before my children were born. I have a dog named Maylie, a bunny named Misty and three pet ducks. When I’m not at MDO I like to hike, ride my bike, surf, play the guitar, explore the beautiful Pacific Northwest and most of all spend time with my husband and 5 kids!