Cross Bridge Learning Center

CROSS BRIDGE LEARNING CENTER

OUR MISSION: "Helping people move from where they are to where God want's them to be."

OUR VISION

At Cross Bridge Learning Center, we are committed to fostering a nurturing and enriching environment where every child can thrive.

Our qualified and dedicated team is passionate about making a difference in each child’s life. We strive to build compassionate leaders who embody empathy and we greatly value our partnership with families.

As the hands and feet of Jesus, we joyfully serve as a beacon of light in our community, guided by God’s love and inspired by the teachings of Jesus.”

OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Left to Right: Fallon Vogt: Operations Director, Annalee Deem: Pre-K Mentor Teacher, Melissa Bertrand: Infant Mentor Teacher, Bethany Sperry: Behavioral Interventionist, Linda Shomgard: VPK Mentor Teacher, and Shadira Bylinowski: Executive Director.

OUR TEACHERS

Cross Bridge Learning Center values education, not just for our children but also in our staff. We partner with the TEACH Scholarship program to further the education of our staff.

All of our 32 staff members have:

-High school diplomas

-Completed The Office of Early Learning courses on Safe Sleep Practices and Child Safety and Prevention

-Passed a Level II background check

-First Aid, CPR and AED certified

Additionally our staff's credentials include:

- Completed 45 hours of DCF training and passed competency exams -24 staff members

-Earned Emergent Literacy Micro-Credential provided by the University of Florida -8 staff members

-Becky Bailey Conscious Discipline Training -9 staff members

-Associate’s Degree -8 staff members

-Bachelor’s Degree -9 Staff members

-Master’s Degree -2 staff members

-Obtained a DCF Staff Credential -7 staff members

-Obtained a National Child Development Associate (C.D.A.) -6 staff members with 2 staff members going for their CDA credential in the spring of 2025

-DCF Director’s Credential -2 staff members

-Food Safety Certification -1 staff member

OUR CLASSROOMS

Our Bible lessons and activities are interwoven in each classroom's weekly lesson plans. All our students, one-year-old through VPK, attend a weekly chapel that incorporates age-appropriate worship through music and stories.

We have 9 classrooms for ages ranging from 6 weeks old to VPK. Each classroom is arranged into areas that contain age-appropriate learning centers to stimulate learning. We also enjoy many special presentations from our friends in the community.

OUR NUTRITION PROGRAM

Cross Bridge Learning Center is a provider of the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) Child Care Food Program and provides a nutritious and balanced breakfast, morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack per day.

Learning through Play

Learning from our Safety Officer

Celebration & Achievement

Learning through play

Learning from our Safety Officer

Celebration & Achievement

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I know if you have openings?

We have registration at the end of the summer for the following year. Current students and siblings get priority for classroom spots. We have a robust waiting list and often are able to accomodate new students throughout the year. Each class is different, so we encourage you to use the link below for a personalized response..

What hours are you open?

We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm. We follow Brevard Public Schools for the observation of holidays and weather-related closures.

What is your child development philosophy?

Cross Bridge Learning Center believes that by providing hands-on, exploratory, educational experiences children grow in their development socially, emotionally, physically, spiritually, and cognitively.

What if my child has food allergies?

Our Learning Center meals are made fresh each day. As a provider of the USDA Food program, our meals and snacks provide balanced nutrition and we always offer alternatives for those who have food allergies.

Do you provide enrichment activities?

In addition to visits by local organizations such as the Fire Department and Brevard Zoo, we offer optional activities such as dance and soccer.

Do you use a specific curriculum?

We use the WEE Learn curriculum, which is faith-based and meets the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards. The work of a child is play, for it is through play that they learn the essential skills that will carry them through life.

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CONTACT INFO

Address: 651 Barnes Blvd, Rockledge, FL 32955

Learning Center : Monday-Friday 6:30am-6pm

Phone: 321-636-4603

License #C18BR0052

JOIN OUR TEAM

We are always looking for great talent to take care of our children. To apply, please send a resume to learningcenter@crossbridgenaz.org. No phone calls please.