Contact Us

Susan DeCristofaro Rogers

Academic Director
susanrogers@pointloma.edu
(619) 849-2245

B.A. and M.A., Point Loma Nazarene University

Susan DeCristofaro Rogers feels fortunate to be serving the ECLC as academic director. When she was a college student, the ECLC became an extremely influential aspect of her training. Later, both her children attended the ECLC. As a parent, Rogers feels the ECLC played a vital part in her children’s development emotionally, socially, cognitively, and physically. PLNU is truly blessed to have a laboratory school on campus. It is a classroom within a classroom.

Rogers also teaches early childhood courses for the Department of Sociology, Social Work and Family Sciences: Early Childhood Education, Administration in Early Childhood Education, and Development of Children with Special Needs. She has a B.A. in child development and a M.A. in teaching and learning. Rogers enjoys walking, cooking, and spending time with her family.

Savonia Guy

Site Director/Story Bear Teacher
sguy@pointloma.edu
(619) 849-2977

Savonia Guy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development, a Master’s degree in Education, and a California Teaching Credential. With over 18 years of experience in early childhood education, she has spent six of those years teaching kindergarten at a Title I public school, where she implemented a constructivist model of teaching and learning. For the past three years, Savonia has also served as an adjunct professor in Point Loma Nazarene University’s Adult Degree Completion Program, teaching courses in Child Development and supporting future educators as they grow in their professional practice.

Her teaching philosophy is rooted in the Reggio Emilia approach, honoring each child as capable, curious, and full of potential. She believes that children learn best through hands-on exploration, meaningful relationships, and the joy of discovery—where teachers act as guides who nurture critical thinking, creativity, and compassion.

Married for thirty years, Savonia and her husband, Clark, have raised three wonderful children. Together, they enjoy family adventures, time outdoors, and cheering one another on in all of life’s pursuits.

Madeline Johnson

Laboratory Teacher
Three-and-four-year-old Class
mjohnso5@pointloma.edu 
(619) 849-7091

B.A., Point Loma Nazarene University

Madeline Johnson is very excited to continue her journey with the community at the Early Childhood Learning Center. Madeline was a student aide at the center for three years and fell in love with the philosophy and joy found in working alongside the children as they learn and grow. She received her B.A. at Point Loma in Child and Adolescent Development and plans to begin her Masters in Teaching starting in the Spring of 2022. When not at school, Madeline enjoys being outside, hiking or taking walks, or spending time with her friends and family. Madeline is so thankful for the community and growth that she has found in Point Loma, especially at the ECLC, and is looking forward to continuing to faithfully love and serve the Lord as she serves children and families at the Center. 

Rosalinda Hernandez

Administrative assistant
Early Childhood Learning Center
rhernand@pointloma.edu
(610) 849-2223

B.A., Art Institute of California San Diego

Rosalinda Hernandez is excited to join the ECLC team as the new administrative assistant. She looks forward to welcoming families to the center and helping create a warm, supportive environment for children, parents, students, and staff. Rosie is eager to build strong connections within the ECLC community and ensure every family feels valued and cared for. Outside of work Rosie enjoys good coffee, good books, and spending time with her husband and three children. She is grateful to part of the amazing PLNU community and looks forward to continuing to support the families it serves.