Malia Malnati
Director
My name is Malia Malnati and I’ve been working with children for about 9 years. I currently have my AAS in Early Childhood Education and I am working to complete my BAS in Infant and Child Mental Health. I have a passion for early childhood education and training future educators. I love the opportunity to see and be a part of any child’s growth and accomplishments.
CJ Prieb
Assistant Director
My name is C.J. Prieb. I have worked in childcare for over 26 years. Currently, I am working towards my AAS in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with preschoolers and prekindergarteners extensively, but my heart is for school-age children. I am a married, homeschooling mother of two. I coordinate the local American Heritage Girls Troop. I love watching kids grow and learn. Their successes and achievements are my joy. I love my students like they are my own, and their unconditional love tells me that they feel it.
Niki Martin
Program Supervisor
My name is Niki Martin and I have worked in the Early Childhood field for 10+ years. My favorite part of working in this field is seeing the kids learn and grow and allowing them to explore and build friendships with one another. I received my Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education from Renton Technical College and have my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Studies from Western Governors University. I have a passion for developing and implementing curriculum, planning a fun and engaging learning environment for children to explore, and overall getting to know each child and letting them learn at their own pace. I serve on the youth team here at Real Life Church, I love traveling and exploring new places, photography, cooking, and hiking. I have a heart for the local church and leading those around me to the call God has on their lives. It is my honor to serve and lead kids of all ages to the love of Christ - you are not too little for the things God has!
