Familiar Treehouse Faces
get to know our leaders and child care providers. You will always see one of these faces around.
Nicole Johnson
Founder and Executive Director
Nicole Johnson
Founder and Executive Director
Together with Mellisa Juliano , I set up the Community Treehouse in 2019. I felt Bayfield needed a place where families could connect with their community in a fun and relaxing way. A place where parents could find support from their peers and kids could make new friends.
I am originally from the Netherlands and moved to America when I was 16 years old. You might hear that accent once in a while. I have worked with children for over 30 years; but my true passion is supporting our parents. I was a preschool teacher in Italy as well as in California prior to moving to Durango and working as the Family Center of Durango coordinator from 1998-2006. I have been the program leader for the Tumbling Tots program at Sun Ute since 2007.Bayfield has been my home for the last 20 years , where I live with my husband and my 14 year old daughter.
It has been an amazing journey to build the Treehouse for Bayfield these past five years. The Treehouse as it is now , was not the Treehouse I imagined... it is so much better! Parents volunteering, supporting each other, being involved in the future plans of the Treehouse, learning from each other and becoming a kind and involved community. We are strengthening our community , one family at a time.
Ashleigh Bennett
Program Coordinator
I am a wife and mom of 3 kiddos - Tristan, Jace, and Stevie. I have been a member of the Treehouse since the beginning and appreciate the space as well as all the programs that have helped my family and met so many wonderful people.
I love sunshine, the outdoors, cooking, baseball, and juicy conversations.
My goal is to help the Treehouse continue to provide fun, educational, and supportive programs that strengthen our community and create opportunities to meet and connect with other parents.
I have a background in Early Childhood Education from in-home daycare, toddler teacher, preschool teacher as well as parent education. I have a passion for people and love creating environments for fun and a place to get to know one another.
Ms. Renni
Kidcare provider
My name in Renni and I have been living in Bayfield for over 7 years. Originally from South Dakota, I fell instantly in love with the mountains when I attended college at Fort Lewis. I am a Mama of 2 and enjoy working kid care to keep myself young at heart and to encourage active play with all the kiddies!
Ms. Susie
Kidcare provider
I started babysitting at age 11 and absolutely love working with children! I home schooled my kids all the way through. I love to see kids learn new things & grow. It is a blessing & privilege to play with all the Tiny Darlings here at the Treehouse! Thank you for trusting me with your little ones.
Ms. Aline
Kidcare provider
I’m a mom of two, and I’ve always had a love for kids, crafts, and animals (dogs are the best!). I’m new to the area and currently living with family, but I’ve really found a second home at the Treehouse.
Ms. Jessica
Kidcare provider
I am a mom of 3 and we love to be outside with our animals. We have cats, dogs and chickens! Originally from Alaska, we try and make it back often as where that is where much of my side of the family still lives.
I taught kindergarten for four years here in Bayfield and love being here at the treehouse around kiddos again!
Ms. Ashley kidcare provider /volunteer
Ms. Lucy
Kidcare provider
Ms. Heather
Kidcare provider
Ms. Tiffany
Kidcare provider
