Ruth Van Duzer

Ruth Van Duzer has extensive experience in early childhood education and child care management. From September 2000 to March 2016, Ruth operated the Van Duzer Family Child Care, handling all aspects of a licensed facility, including staff training and implementation of licensing standards. Ruth has held various leadership roles, including Center Director at BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care and KinderCare Education, as well as Director at Cary Early Learning Center. Additional experience includes serving as a Head Teacher at Bright Horizons and an ITN Trainer for Illinois Gateways to Opportunity. Educational qualifications include a Certificate in Early Childhood Education from Triton and a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Kendall College.