Our Team

Terra is an Occupational Therapy Assistant and has worked with children in schools, camps, clubs, and community events for more than 30 years. Her childhood experiences, growing up in Alaska, have shaped her love of nature and passion for outdoor play. Terra is excited about giving children the opportunity to engage with each other and nature in a more meaningful way through TerraTime programs.

Melia has over 12 years of experience in elementary education. A passionate outdoor enthusiast, she enjoys camping, hiking, kayaking, and running races with her husband. Raised in Muncie and Albany, Melia cherishes childhood memories of traveling with family and spending time at her grandparents' greenhouse. She is excited to share her fascination with creation while learning alongside students at TerraTime.

Amanda has been a part of the TerraTime team from the very beginning and is an Instructional Assistant at Eaton Elementary. She has a passion for nature and being outdoors that stems from a long history of following her brothers around at Boy Scout camp every year.   She looks forward to sharing her passion with your children and showing them the joys of outdoor play that shaped her childhood.

Sarah has a background in childcare and early childhood education and now enjoys being a stay-at-home mom to her daughter. She has a passion for nature and caring for the environment and loves spending time outdoors swimming, bird watching, exploring, and making memories with her family. She looks forward to inspiring children to slow down, explore, and experience the wonder of the natural world.

Growing up in nearby DeSoto, Emily looks back fondly on her childhood exploring farmland, creeks, and woods. She enjoys oldies music, sewing, DIY projects, camping, hiking, gardening, and sharing her passions with her young nieces. Emily has a degree in Exercise Science from Ball State. She is excited to promote healthy living, encourage creativity, and add her enthusiasm for the lessons learned from nature.

Kaitlyn has been involved in the education world since she was 12, but found a passion for environmental education at 19, and graduated from Ball State University with a degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Management. She loves going on evening walks with her husband and 1 year old, gardening, nights by a fire, and curling up with a good book. Kaitlyn is excited to join the TerraTime team and help students fall even more in love with the outdoors. 

With her experience as a children's ministry teacher and a homeschooling mom, Malia brings her love of working with children and a passion for helping others to the TerraTime team. In addition to her professional experience, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, camping, visiting the lake, gardening, and reading. Malia is excited about the opportunity to create meaningful and transformative experiences for children at TerraTime.

Donna is a mom of five, grandma to three, and great-grandma to one. She has over 11 years of experience as a foster parent and almost 25 years of caring for family members with special needs. In addition to spending time with her family, Donna enjoys serving at her church, cooking, gardening, and mentoring.  She has seen the joy and benefits of nature play and looks forward to providing opportunities for children to learn at TerraTime.