Meet Our Amazing Staff!

Miss Miriam has been working at Aurora Kids since November 2007.

Miss Miriam has been dancing since she was five years old in a variety of dance styles. Some of her favorite things are reading, camping, hiking, vacationing with her husband, and spending time with her family and friends. Miss Miriam says she remembers what a big influence her dance teachers were on her growing up and is excited that now she has the opportunity to work with kids and grow their love of dance and gymnastics. Her favorite thing about her job is how playing with kids always makes her day a little better.

Miss Dani started at Aurora Kids in December 2013 and became Program Director in 2016.

Miss Dani attended UAA and received her degree in early childhood development, she participated in high school gymnastics for two years and has danced for eleven years at Alaska Dance Theater and Underground Dance Company. Miss Dani enjoys hanging out with her friends and family during her downtime. She says her favorite thing about working with kids is that you can get them excited about anything and their love of learning new things.

Miss Carmen has been working at Aurora Kids since 2014.

Miss Carmen has danced at Aurora Kids since she was four years old. She was on her high school diving team and attended UAF for art and English. She enjoys board games, spending time with her friends, and writing. Her favorite thing about kids is how perfectly imperfect they are, and it’s an honor to help them learn.

Miss Chelsea joined the staff at Aurora Kids in March 2013.

Miss Chelsea, and her husband Brady, are the proud parents of Mason and Eddy. Miss Chelsea is an Alaska Career College graduate with a certification in massage therapy. She loves dancing, playing volleyball, and playing with her kids. Miss Chelsea says she loves working with kids because “Everything is fun! No matter what it is, it can be the most fun the kids have ever had.”

Miss Zada has worked at Aurora Kids since 2014.

She has a bachelors in teaching from UAA, and is now teaching at Polaris K-12. Miss Zada’s hobbies are drawing, dog mushing, playing the handbells and the violin. She started taking dance classes at Aurora Kids when she was 4 and is still dancing, and she was on our Performance Team for 8 years. The best part about working with kids: “I love hearing all their fun stories and seeing how excited they get when they successfully do a skill.”

Miss Sammy has worked at Aurora Kids since June 2019.

She is a graduate of the University of Alaska Anchorage with her master’s degree in psychology! Miss Sammy enjoys playing the piano and cello, doing aerial silks, and rock climbing. She started dancing when she was 4 years old and started dancing at Aurora Kids when she was 6 years old (and still does!). She was also a member of our Performance Team for 6 years. Her favorite thing about working with kids? “I really love their energy and excitement to learn. They also have really fun personalities that makes each class different and exciting.”

Miss Anna started working at Aurora Kids in October 2019.

She graduated Service High. And graduated UAA with her associates. When she “grows up” she wants to explore what the world has to offer. Miss Anna loves drawing and painting, reading and listening to stories.
She has been a runner, a skier and participated in track and field. She did gymnastics at Aurora Kids from the age of 8 through 12 years old and joined her High School Gymnastics team at Service, where she was captain. Miss Anna enjoys kids and how excited they are to learn, as well as the weird things they say.

Miss Mary has been working at Aurora Kids since May of 2021.

She is attending UAA and majoring in psychology. She has been dancing at Aurora Kids since she was 3 years old. She enjoys horseback riding, hiking, reading, drawing, and sewing. Her favorite thing about working with kids is seeing their skills grow.

Miss Anna has been working at Aurora Kids since June of 2021.

Miss Anna currently attends the University of Alaska Fairbanks. She has been dancing at Aurora Kids since she was six years old and did gymnastics for nine years. She was also a part of her high school gymnastics team. Miss Anna enjoys aerial silks, Lyra, roller skating, gymnastics, listening to music, and hiking. Her favorite thing about working with kids is the silly, goofy things they say.

Miss Jess has been working at Aurora Kids since July of 2021.

Miss Jess is a graduate of Service High School and attends UAA, when she grows up she wants to be a speech pathologist. She has grown up dancing at Aurora Kids since she was three. She was also on our Performance Team for two years.
She cheered for Service football and basketball, plays the ukulele and the guitar, enjoys reading and arts & crafts. Her favorite thing about working with kids is their excitement, and energy they bring to any situation.

Miss Teigan has been working at Aurora Kids since June 2023.

She graduated from South High School and is now attending UAA studying English. She wants to be an author when she grows up. Miss Teigan’s hobbies include dancing, singing, theater, writing, painting, reading, and cooking. She is also interested in music, film, and literature. Miss Teigan danced for twelve years in Utah and did hockey for a year in Alaska. Her favorite thing about working with kids is their curiosity and interest in learning and experiencing new things.

Miss Lali has been working at Aurora Kids since June of 2023.

Miss Lali attends Stellar Secondary School, she hopes to study either chemistry or business when she is older. Her hobbies include playing the drums, and traveling. She did gymnastics for nine years in America and Australia up to level 8. Her favorite thing about working with kids is watching them progress and grow in gymnastics.

Miss Autumn has been working at Aurora Kids since September of 2023.

She currently attends Mountain City Christian Academy and when she grows up she wants to be involved in musical theater/Broadway, and possibly dermatology/esthetician work.
For fun Miss Autumn likes to sing, both in choir and also competitively, do musical theater, art, play guitar, hike, bike, and hang out with friends. For sports she has done Gymnastics, track and field, cross country, softball, dance, and cheerleading. Miss Autumn’s favorite thing about kids is their energy, sweetness, excitement, and how unique they all are.

Miss Alba has been working at Aurora Kids since November 2023.

She attended PACE Correspondence and Anchorage Junior Academy for school. For fun she likes to bake, ski, dance, go on road trips, and chase sunsets. Miss Alba did gymnastics at Aurora Kids from the ages of 9-17, and did dance at Studio Pulse from ages 14-18. Her favorite thing about working with kids is how excited they get about learning new skills and how energetic they are.

Miss Violet has been working at Aurora Kids since December 2023.

She has been to College Gate and STrEaM Academy. For fun she likes to do gymnastics and draw. Miss Violet has been doing gymnastics since she was 1 year old. Her favorite thing about working with kids is being able to have fun while doing it.

Miss Meadow has been working at Aurora Kids since February 2024.

She attends Goldenveiw Middle School, and when she grows up she wants to be a veterinarian. For fun, Miss Meadow likes to do anything outside, she loves triathlons, running, and anything with her friends. She has been dancing since she was 3 years old and still dances at Aurora Kids!
She also did gymnastics when she was younger. Miss Meadow’s favorite thing about working with kids is when they get so happy and excited when they learn something new or do a skill the right way.

Miss Molly started working at Aurora Kids in May of 2024.

She attends South High School and plans to be a pediatrician. Miss Molly plays competitive softball and has been doing gymnastics since she was 10 months old. Her favorite thing about working with kids is seeing them enjoy a sport she loves.

Miss Nora started working at Aurora Kids in May of 2024.

She attends Polaris K-12, and for fun she plays the violin, is part of leadership, and gymnastics. Miss Nora took gymnastics at Aurora Kids for 10 years. Her favorite thing about working with kids is how sweet they are.

Miss Savannah has been working at Aurora Kids since May 2024.

She attends Service High School and wants to pursue a job in the medical field. Miss Savannah enjoys drawing, reading, and knitting, and she did gymnastics at Aurora Kids for 2 years and was a level 5 gymnast. Her favorite thing about working with kids is being able to connect and share experiences with them.

Miss Nicole started working at Aurora Kids in August 2024.

She has a Medical Coding Certification, and is pursuing a BA in accounting at UAA. For fun, Miss Nicole likes hiking in the mountains, alpine skiing, traveling, painting, and playing the flute and the violin. She did gymnastics and dance when she was a kid, she also hikes, skis, and she loves swimming and going to the gym. Miss Nicole’s favorite thing about working with kids is playing with them and making their day great!

Miss Sam started working at Aurora Kids in August on 2024.

She was homeschooled, she is a photographer, and a singer/songwriter. For fun, Miss Sam likes playing video games, swimming, watching anime, photography, music, watching documentaries, and crafting. Her favorite thing about working with kids is seeing their faces light up when they learn something new, also their ability to be themselves and their honesty.

Miss Arden has been working at Aurora Kids since February 2025.

She currently attends South Anchorage High School. Miss Arden has done gymnastics both at Aurora Kids and on her high school team. For fun she enjoys doing gymnastics and hanging out with her friends. Her favorite thing about working with kids is that they have the best personalities and work together so well.

Miss Emory has been working at Aurora Kids since June 2025.

She is currently attending Mountain City Christian Academy. Miss Emory’s hobbies include hanging out with friends, creating art, and babysitting. She has done gymnastics, ballet, tap, acro, and ariel silks, and she currently does All Star Cheer. Her favorite thing about working with kids is the privilege of helping them.

Miss Rae has been working at Aurora Kids since June 2025.

Miss Rae is currently attending South High School and wants to be a pediatrician when she grows up. For fun, she likes to play hockey, and she did gymnastics at Aurora Kids when she was little.

Mr. Carl has been working at Aurora Kids on and off since 2015.

He graduated from Dimond High School and wants to work with animals in the future. For fun, Mr. Carl likes going on hikes and hanging out with family and friends. He has done gymnastics for most of his life and is excited to be back in the sport. Mr. Carl’s favorite thing about working with kids is watching their eyes light up when they get a skill they have been working on for a long time.

Miss Alivia has been working ay Aurora Kids since June of 2025.

She attends Anchorage STrEaM academy and when she grows up she wants to go to college (undecided) and be a dancer. For fun she likes to dance and hang out with her cousins and friends. Miss Alivia has danced at Aurora Kids since she was 3 years old and has done some gymnastics as well throughout the years. Her favorite thing about working with kids is teaching them new skills and watching them learn and have fun in the gym.

Miss Olletta has been working at Aurora Kids since June 2025.

She is currently enrolled in South High School. Miss Olletta’s hobbies include gymnastics, being outside, crafting, baking, and spending time with friends and family.
She has done gymnastics since she was 4 years old, she started at Aurora Kids and was on the Mini and Junior teams, she has been at Anchorage Gymnastics Association since 2nd grade. Miss Olletta’s favorite thing about working with kids is that they are so enthusiastic and they get so excited when they succeed.

Mr. Micah started working at Aurora Kids November 2018.

He graduated from Olivet Nazarene University with a computer science degree. He would like to work as a Chief Information Security Officer. Mr. Micah enjoys playing video games and also plays the drums and is learning guitar. Mr. Micah attended parkour classes here at Aurora Kids. His favorite things about working with kids is seeing them develop new skills and how they get excited about learning them.

Mr. Josh started working at Aurora Kids in March 2021.

He graduated from East High and attends UAA where he is pursuing a degree in Biological Science. Mr. Josh enjoys playing games, hiking, stunting, camping, and long boarding. He was a cheerleader for over 5 years at both East High and UAA and also wrestled for 6 years. Mr. Josh says his favorite thing about working with kids is the energy that they have. “Also when they say my name as ‘Dosh’ rather than ‘Josh’.”

Miss Rihanna started working at Aurora Kids in August 2025.

She is currently attending Service High School. Miss Rihanna likes to play volleyball, crochet, sing, and draw. She did gymnastics from 3rd grade to 4th grade at Aurora Kids. Miss Rihanna’s favorite things about working with kids is their creativity and willingness to learn.

Miss Viviana started working at Aurora Kids in September 2025.

She is currently in high school and wants to be a singer/songwriter later in life. She’s done gymnastics since the age of 3 and has taken classes at Aurora Kids for three and a half years. Miss Viviana’s favorite thing about working with kids is that they always make her laugh, and she always has a great time.

Miss Gloria started working at Aurora Kids in October of 2018.

Miss Gloria is currently attending Franciscan University of Steubenville for education. Miss Gloria enjoys reading, painting, writing, archery, horseback riding, hiking, hanging out with friends and family, and photography.
She danced at Aurora Kids for 15 years, she also did gymnastics, performance team, Irish dancing, and swimming. Her favorite thing about working with kids is the funny things they say and how quickly they can learn.