Rosa Gunderson Daycare

I believe young children learn by actively exploring their environment, asking questions, experimenting, observing others and engaging in meaningful play experiences. Learning happens through everyday routines, conversations, books, music, art, movement, sensory experiences, and other opportunities to discover the world around them. Children develop at their own pace, and each child deserves individualized support that recognizes their strengths, interests and developmental needs. My professional beliefs and values reflect a child-centered relationship-based philosophy of early childhood education. I value creating a safe, nurturing environment where every child is respected, encouraged and given opportunities to grow through meaningful play and exploration. I believe that every child is a unique, capable and valuable individual who deserves to feel safe, respected and loved. My role is to be a caring teacher, guide, observer and advocate. I create a warm and welcoming environment where children feel secure enough to take risks, solve problems, and develop their independence. I carefully observe each child's development and interests so I can plan purposeful learning experiences that support their growth across all the developmental areas. I encourage children to think creatively, communicate effectively, build positive relationships, and develop confidence in their own abilities. An important part of my role as a teacher, and daycare provider is partnering with families. I believe families are a child's first and most important teachers, and strong communication and collaboration help create consistency between home and the learning environment. I strive to build trusting relationships with families by respecting their values, culture, and goals while keeping them informed about their child's progress and experiences. I am committed to providing an inclusive, healthy and responsive learning environment where every child feels like they belong. I support children's physical, cognitive, social, emotional, creative and language development through intentional teaching, positive guidance and engaging learning experiences. I continually reflect on my teaching practices, seek professional growth and remain optimistic about every child's potential to succeed. I believe it is my responsibility to model kindness, patience, and professionalism. Children learn by watching adults around them, so I aim to demonstrate respect, empathy, problem-solving and positive relationships every day. Above all, I believe that early childhood education lays the foundation for lifelong learning and my role will help prepare these children for their educational future. By nurturing children's confidence, curiosity, kindness and love of discovery, I help them for success in school and in life.

Rosa Gunderson Daycare is a home daycare that offers childcare programs for nearby families in Willmar. The director has programs for children as young as 2 months to as old as 11 years. Contact Rosa Gunderson Daycare to learn more about hours of operation and availability.

Daily Hours
• Monday: 7:15 am - 5:15 pm
• Tuesday: 7:15 am - 5:15 pm
• Wednesday: 7:15 am - 5:15 pm
• Thursday: 7:15 am - 5:15 pm
• Friday: 7:15 am - 5:15 pm

This provider accepts certain subsidy programs. Request more information to find out more.

Infant
• Hourly Full Time: $
• Daily Full Time: $27.00
• Weekly Full Time: $135.00
• Monthly Full Time: $

Toddler
• Hourly Full Time: $
• Daily Full Time: $26.50
• Weekly Full Time: $132.50
• Monthly Full Time: $

Preschool
• Hourly Full Time: $
• Daily Full Time: $26.00
• Weekly Full Time: $130.00
• Monthly Full Time: $

School Age
• Hourly Full Time: $
• Daily Full Time: $25.00
• Weekly Full Time: $120.00
• Monthly Full Time: $

Rosa Gunderson Daycare is a home daycare that offers childcare programs for nearby families in Willmar.