About Us
Jessica Hamby
Founder/Owner
Our Mission
We believe teaching children to bake helps them develop a multitude of essential life skills. Baking enhances academic education by applying subjects such as science, math, reading, and art in a real-world, functional-use setting.
Our mission is for kids to become comfortable in the kitchen, gradually move toward kitchen independence, and to have positive experiences around food and cooking.
We believe baking in childhood lays the foundation for cooking and meal preparation in adulthood. Baking is fun, and we are passionate about kids having a fun, creative, confidence-building activity in their lives.
Our Team
We have two amazing ladies at the helm of our daily operations.
Their energy and dedication truly make a difference!
Amy Jones
Customer Service
Since Itty Bitty Bakers began, Amy has played a pivotal role in guiding the initiative. She was the first friend Jessica approached with the concept of kids baking classes, and she continues to be one of it's biggest supporters.
Currently, Amy plans and coordinates private classes and in-house field trips while also addressing any customer inquiries or issues that may arise.
Melissa Carden
Teacher Support
Melissa is well-versed in all things related to cooking and baking, having worked as the Commissary Director for VeryVera, a nationally recognized catering and mail-order food company. In 2019, Melissa joined Jessica in teaching kids baking classes, then in 2023, moved into management.
Currently, Melissa oversees the hiring of new teachers while providing assistance to established teachers for everything from food allergy issues to the Youth Helper program.
We believe that teaching children how to bake is more than just a fun activity, it’s a life skill. That’s why we have a team of passionate and experienced teachers that are ready to share their love for baking with every child that walks through their doors.
Brooke Rierson
Birmingham, AL
in Heatherwood off Caldwell Mill Rd
Brooke is a recent graduate of Oak Mountain High School where she was on the student council and cheerleading squad. She is now studying Culinary…
Dianne Rosenberry
Birmingham, AL
in Eagle Point off Hwy 280
Dianne, a Nashville native, came to Birmingham in 2021 by way of her husband’s job as Student Pastor at the Church of Brook Hills. Her…
Hillary Ryan
Birmingham, AL
in Inverness near Valleydale Road
Hillary has been teaching with Itty Bitty Bakers since 2022 and fills in on the Management Team when needed. She is a graduate of Birmingham-Southern…
Jeni Warram
Hoover, AL
in Riverchase near Pelham
Jeni is a Registered Nurse, Sunday School teacher, and busy mom of 3. She has been teaching with Itty Bitty Bakers since 2019 and t…
Katie McCreless
Gardendale, AL
in Gardendale, north of Birmingham
Katie is a third grade teacher living in Gardendale, Alabama with her husband and two children. She graduated from the University of Alabama with her…
Laurey Nelson
McCalla, AL
in Lake View, near Tannehill State Park
Laurey's love of baking began at a young age. Holding the designated dessert role during family holiday baking, she learned early on how to make…
Sarah Cooley
Mt. Laurel, AL
in Mt. Laurel near Chelsea
Sarah has been teaching with Itty Bitty Bakers since 2022 and her daughter Emma was one of our very first students back in 2019! Now,…
Sarah Eubanks
Hoover, AL
near the Hoover library and Vestavia line
Sarah lives in the Rocky Ridge area of Hoover with her husband, Austin, and their puppy, Gus. She graduated from Samford University in 2021 and…
Teachers Available for Private Classes and Field Trips
Ashley Kauffman
Auburn, AL
Ashley is a former middle school science teacher turned stay-at-home mom. She received her bachelor's degree from Auburn University and her Master of Education degree…
Stephanie Rothoff
Pell City, AL
Stephanie is a Homewood native now living on the lake. She drives into the city every day to be a full time Speech-Language Pathologist at…
Having enough hands on deck is crucial when it comes to working with kids in the kitchen. That’s why we have a Youth Helper Program where dedicated young people ages 11-17 assist our teachers during classes and camps for younger kids. The Youth Helper program not only helps our teachers, but also instills a sense of responsibility and leadership in our young volunteers. To apply to become a Youth Helper, click here.
Abby Harris
Birmingham, AL
Alexa Hodgins
Birmingham, AL
Ava Faircloth
Hoover, AL
Caroline Allred
Hoover, AL
Ellvie Smith
Gadsden, AL
Emma Grace Strevy
Vestavia Hills, AL
Kelby McCreless
Gardendale, AL
Oliver Mims
Hoover, AL
Sarah Warram
Hoover, AL
Ainsley Powell
Hoover, AL
Alyssa Rodriguez
Pelham, AL
Ayaana Budhwani
Hoover, AL
Elisa Diop
Homewood, AL
Emma Cooley
Hoover, AL
Jake Mason
Hoover, AL
Loralei Hinkle
Odenville, AL
Quinn Butterfield
Hoover, AL
Vada Carden
Hoover, AL