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Meet the Board
Guiding Nebula with vision, HOPE, and community impact. Join a passionate group of leaders shaping systems of care—apply today to be part of the work.
Nebula’s Board of Directors helps shape a future rooted in collaboration, innovation, and HOPE.
Our board members bring diverse experiences, shared values, and a commitment to building stronger systems of support for children, families, and the professionals who serve them. As Nebula grows, we welcome new voices, fresh ideas, and innovative thinkers who want to help build a more connected and hopeful future.
Why Join the Board?
Serving on Nebula’s board is an opportunity to be part of something meaningful. We are building a community of leaders who believe in equity, collaboration, and the transformative power of HOPE. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who want to contribute their perspective, strengthen community partnerships, and help guide the future of our work.
Bring Your Voice.
Help shape strategy, vision, and values.
Build Community.
Build Community.
Join a collaborative group committed to meaningful systems change.
Grow the Impact.
Build Community.
Support work that uplifts children, families, professionals, and communities.
Our Board Members
Elyse Adlen
Jillian Ellermann, MPH, MPA
Jillian Ellermann, MPH, MPA
Board Chair
Elyse has dedicated over twenty years to training and supporting children, educators, and parents across diverse environments. Her work is rooted in a parallel process approach, building deep and meaningful relationships with educators to support adult learning in the same way educators nurture children’s development.
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Board Chair
Elyse has dedicated over twenty years to training and supporting children, educators, and parents across diverse environments. Her work is rooted in a parallel process approach, building deep and meaningful relationships with educators to support adult learning in the same way educators nurture children’s development.
Through collaboration with teachers and families, Elyse provides practical tools and guidance to help create calmer, more connected, and emotionally supportive learning environments. Her philosophy is straightforward: all children require love, respect, and a sense of safety to thrive, and with the right support, they can grow into healthy adults.
Elyse holds a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Pacific Oaks College and has extensive training in trauma-informed care and supporting children with special needs. She is proud to serve on the Nebula Board, where she champions reflective practice as a catalyst for deep connection, lasting change, and the creation of stronger, more compassionate communities.
Jillian Ellermann, MPH, MPA
Jillian Ellermann, MPH, MPA
Jillian Ellermann, MPH, MPA
Board Secretary
Jillian Ellermann, MPH, MPA, is a public health professional committed to building systems that better support children, families, and communities. With over a decade of experience in healthcare and clinical research operations, she brings expertise in navigating complex systems, regulatory processes, and program implement
Board Secretary
Jillian Ellermann, MPH, MPA, is a public health professional committed to building systems that better support children, families, and communities. With over a decade of experience in healthcare and clinical research operations, she brings expertise in navigating complex systems, regulatory processes, and program implementation.
Jillian is especially passionate about advancing health equity and strengthening the environments that shape early childhood development. As a member of the Board of Directors for Nebula Early Childhood Collaborative, she supports efforts to expand access, empower caregivers, and create sustainable, community-centered change.
Our experience
Jillian Ellermann, MPH, MPA
Our experience
Board Treasure
Janiece has served on Nebula's board with passion, believing that early childhood education is a pathway to a brighter future. She recently retired as the Early Childhood Faculty Chair at Red Rocks Community College. She has worked hard to ensure equity and access to all in Early Childhood higher education.
In 2019 she dev
Board Treasure
Janiece has served on Nebula's board with passion, believing that early childhood education is a pathway to a brighter future. She recently retired as the Early Childhood Faculty Chair at Red Rocks Community College. She has worked hard to ensure equity and access to all in Early Childhood higher education.
In 2019 she developed the Red Rocks Community College's Mentor Teacher course and continues to work to develop innovative solutions to the early childhood workforce while providing research and evidence-based approaches.
Janiece's academic background includes a BA in Biology, Dordt College, Medical Technology certification MT(ASCP), American Society of Clinical Pathologists, MA Ed: Early Childhood Education emphasis, Concordia University, St. Paul, MN. She has worked in a variety of roles in Early Childhood including instructor, trainer, and director.
We’re Growing Our Board
Nebula is actively growing a board that reflects the creativity, wisdom, and diversity of the communities we serve. We are especially excited to welcome innovative thinkers, community-minded leaders, and individuals who believe in building systems grounded in belonging, responsiveness, and hope.
You do not need prior board experience to see yourself in this work. If you care about children, families, community well-being, and the future of early childhood systems, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.
Help Shape What Comes Next
If you believe in strengthening systems of care, uplifting community voice, and building a brighter future together, we invite you to apply to join Nebula’s Board of Directors.
Questions?
Contact our Executive Director Rebecca Armentrout at info@NebulaEarlyChildhoodCollaborative.com
Join Our Comunity
We are glad you are here! Nebula is a community HOPE aligned non-profit organization designed bring together and empower early childhood caregivers. Join us in lending a voice to as we advocate for the important role early childhood caregivers. Learn more by joining our mailing list to receive updates on opportunities to grow and learn as a community.