Elianna Vargas
Therapy Aide
Elianna Vargas began working at Leaps and Bounds as a therapy aide in June 2023. Elianna is currently working towards her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science at California Baptist University. Her primary career goal is to be a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and open her own practice. Still, her ultimate goal is to create an environment that produces growth, stability, comfort, and joy for her future patients. Elianna enjoys being involved in the Leaps team and working with all the children and staff. She also enjoys being outside, weightlifting, and creating memories with those around her.
Emily Quentiro
Therapy Aide
Emily Quintero graduated from Cal Poly Pomona in May 2022 with her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree. She started as a volunteer at Leaps and Bounds and became a therapy aide in October 2022. Emily aspires to become an Occupational Therapist and will be applying to graduate school soon. She loves working with kids and enjoys seeing them grow and reach their goals. In her free time, she enjoys reading and spending time outdoors.
Janell Currier
Therapy Aide
Janell Currier graduated from Azusa Pacific University in May 2022 with her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree. She will be attending Loma Linda University starting June 2023 to receive her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. She began her journey at Leaps & Bounds as a volunteer and became a therapy aide in May of 2022. Janell loves working with the kids and helping them become stronger each and every day. She looks forwards to building relationships with patients and their families. She loves working alongside amazing therapists and many of them have become inspiring mentors.
Janell loves to spend time with her family and friends. She also loves to be outdoors and go off roading, camping, and boating.
Paige Strong
Therapy Aide
Paige is currently at California Baptist University working on her Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science. She started working at Leaps & Bounds in February of 2022 as a therapy aide. It is her ultimate goal to become a Pediatric Physical Therapist. Paige enjoys working and getting to know the kids at Leaps & Bounds each and every day. She loves hanging out with her family and friends and also enjoys doing anything outdoors, such as hiking, off-roading, and running.
Stephanie Ortiz
Therapy Aide
Stephanie Ortiz started at Leaps & Bounds as a volunteer in 2021 and joined the therapy aide team in 2023. She graduated from CSUSB with a Bachelor’s in Allied Health Kinesiology in 2023. Her goal is to apply to DPT school for the 2025 cycle and continue her education. She has found her love for pediatrics with us, making this one of her motivations to pursue this fulfilling career. Her favorite parts of the job are making connections with the patients, providing them with support, and seeing their progress. Stephanie loves going on hikes with her dog Bella, loves spending time with her family, and enjoys discovering new foods and coffee shops.