Education, experience, and excellence are three attributes we strive to be when working with you to provide the most incredible experience for your child(ren).

Meet the Team

  • Paula Rios

    CEO/CO-OWNER

  • Joseph Rios

    CFO/HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

  • Holly Roa

    FOOD PROGRAM DIRECTOR

  • Callie Waterman

    OPERATING DIRECTOR
    LOCUST

  • Jennifer Rios

    OPERATING DIRECTOR
    KEY WEST

At Little Leaps Learning Academy, our administration team has over 40 years of combined experience. But the experience of our staff doesn’t end there! With over 50 years of combined experience, our teachers and teacher assistants can help guide your children to success.

Our highly qualified and dedicated staff members work daily to fulfill the center’s mission. All staff members are trained in CPR, First Aid, Universal Precautions, and Mandatory Reporting. Every staff member must do continuing education classes each year to remain up to date on best practices for early childhood.