NAME: Linda Erb
ELCM TITLE: Lead Teacher, Preschool 1 DEGREE/COURSEWORK: Early Childhood Education: 30+ Credits Bachelors in Business Management CERTIFICATION/CREDENTIAL: Credentialed: State of NH DHHS Child Development Bureau: Pending WHAT GIVES YOU THE GREATEST JOY AS A TEACHER? My greatest joy in teaching Preschool comes from watching the children learn and grow with their curiosity and laughter and true love of learning. The relationships with my students and their families are something I will always treasure. |
NAME: Lauren Nay
ELCM TITLE: Associate Teacher, Preschool 1 DEGREE/COURSEWORK: Bachelors in Psychology with a concentration in Child Development Masters in School Counseling – May 2024 CERTIFICATION/CREDENTIAL: Credentialed by the State of NH DHHS Child Development Bureau - Pending WHAT GIVES YOU THE GREATEST JOY AS A TEACHER? What gives me the greatest joy in teaching when working with children is knowing that I am creating a safe, healthy, and fun environment for them to grow and learn in. It is amazing to be able to see their smiling faces every day, and to be able to create bonds with both children and their families that I will cherish forever. It is rewarding to know that children can learn form me, and I believe I will learn just as much from them. |
NAME: Sara Larabee
ELCM TITLE: Lead Teacher Preschool 2 DEGREE/COURSEWORK: Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, Master's work towards Special Education, +Certified Arts Integration Specialist CERTIFICATION/CREDENTIAL: Beginning Educator Certificate, State of New Hampshire Infant to Grade 3 Certified Arts Integration Specialist Credential: State of NH DHHS Child Development Bureau: Master Teacher Level 2, Administrator Level 1 and Master Professional with endorsements for Mentoring Teacher & Program Consultant. WHAT GIVES YOU THE GREATEST JOY AS A TEACHER? I believe every child has the birthright to grow as a creative thinker and a cherished member of a community. Children are born with a natural curiosity to learn. My greatest joy as a teacher is to watch a child be so engaged and excited in the process of learning. I love watching children as they explore their world and create meaning from everyday experiences. |
NAME: Jamie Pixley
ELCM TITLE: Lead Teacher with a plan, Preschool 2 DEGREE/COURSEWORK: Early Childhood Studies; 15 Credits CERTIFICATION/CREDENTIAL: Credential: State of NH DHHS Child Development Bureau as an Early Childhood Teacher - Level 3 WHAT GIVES YOU THE GREATEST JOY AS A TEACHER? My greatest joy as a teacher is watching a child’s growth throughout the school year. I recognize each child is an individual, and I respect they will reach their goals in their own time. I believe children are most successful when given opportunities to make their own choices and take ownership of their learning. I look forward to each day in the classroom, as it is always a new adventure waiting to be explored. |
NAME: Amber Haven
ELCM TITLE: Associate Teacher, Preschool I am currently on maternity leave but look forward to subbing when needed at ELCM DEGREE/COURSEWORK: Bachelors in Housing Studies + 9 ECE Credits CERTIFICATION/CREDENTIAL: Credentialed by the State of NH DHHS Child Development Bureau as an Early Childhood Teacher Pending. WHAT GIVES YOU THE GREATEST JOY AS A TEACHER? My greates joy as a teacher is to see the excitement and enthusiasm children have every singel day. I adore figuring out how each individual child learns most effectively and then providing them with what the need to grow. I feel so much joy watching them grow and learn throughout the year. |