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My passion for working with children began at the age of 13 when I started volunteering with youth programs in my community. As I grew older, I continued building experience through a variety of childcare and educational roles, including running summer camp programs for Montgomery County Public Schools, interning in public school classrooms, and spending several years as a nanny.
I have dedicated the last 12 years to growing my career with Celebree School, beginning as a Pre-K teacher and progressing through leadership roles including Assistant Director, School Director, and now District Director. Throughout my journey, I have remained committed to supporting children, families, and educators while fostering high-quality early childhood education programs.
I earned my Associate’s Degree from Frederick Community College in Early Childhood Education and my Bachelor’s Degree from Frostburg State University. Over the years, I have been honored to lead award-winning schools, support the professional growth of countless educators, and help create environments where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
What Inspires My Passion for Early Childhood Education
What inspires me most about early childhood education is the incredible opportunity we have to shape a child’s future during their most formative years. The relationships built between children, families, and educators create a foundation that extends far beyond the classroom. Watching children gain confidence, discover their strengths, and develop a lifelong love of learning is one of the most rewarding aspects of this work.
Why I Chose Celebree School
I chose Celebree because of its unwavering commitment to its mission, vision, and values. From my very first day, I felt connected to the organization’s focus on nurturing not only children but also families and team members. Celebree School’s culture of growth, support, and excellence has allowed me to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact in the communities we serve.
Goals and Focus in My Current Role
As District Director, my focus is on developing strong leaders, building high-performing teams, and ensuring every school provides exceptional experiences for children and families. I am passionate about coaching and mentoring school leaders, creating consistency across our schools, and helping each location reach its fullest potential. Ultimately, my goal is to support environments where children, families, and educators can all succeed.
Fun Facts
When I’m not working, I enjoy reading fantasy novels, baking, crafting, and spending time with my husband and our three children. Creativity has always been an important part of my life, and I love making handmade items in my spare time. As a proud IVF mom to twins, I have a deep appreciation for the many unique journeys families take. One of my favorite parts of my career is building meaningful relationships with children, families, and team members, many of whom have become lifelong friends.
I have worked in childcare for 18 years. My journey with Celebree School began in 2017, when I started as an aide, then became a Teacher, an Assistant School Director, and now serve as School Director.
My passion for early childhood education is inspired by the “ah-ha” moments in the classroom — those special times when a child’s face lights up with understanding and excitement. Seeing that spark of discovery reminds me why this work is so meaningful.
I chose to join Celebree School because I believe in their commitment to growing big and small. After spending most of my ECE career as a Teacher, my goal now is to inspire my team to create nurturing, engaging environments where both children and educators can continue to grow and thrive.
I started my journey with Celebree School in 2021 as a Teacher Aide. Since then, I’ve grown into several roles, including Teacher, Operations Support Manager, and now Assistant Director. I am currently pursuing my Bachelor’s degree at Towson University in Psychology with the goal of becoming a School Guidance Counselor.
My favorite part of working in early childhood education is watching children master what they are learning. Seeing those moments when a child understands something new or gains confidence is incredibly rewarding and reminds me why I love what I do. I also enjoy how funny the children are!
I joined Celebree School because of their commitment to grow people big and small. I enjoy not only watching the children grow but my team as well. My goal is to inspire and support my team in creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow.
When I am not working, you can find me with my nephews or somewhere outside! I love to go to the beach, the lake, and for walks with my dog.
