Our teachers are the heart of our community.

Our People

Lisa Stevens - Director of Special Programs

Lisa has been at CCEP for 11 years, first as a teacher and now in an oversite role. Her favorite things about CCEP is the close knit community, the faculty and the families.

Sheila Abio - Head of School

Sheila has been Head of School for two years. She welcomes you to a community that embraces and celebrates each child in their quest to wonder and wander!

Jen Fordham - Administrative Assistant

This is Jen’s 4th year at CCEP. Her favorite thing is the wonderful community of parents, children and staff! 

Taylor Alexander - Beginner Teacher

Taylor has been with CCEP for 5 years. Her favorite thing about the school is that everyone here truly loves what they do, and shows up everyday with a positive attitude , ready to jump into learning. We become a family, and that’s a privilege, you won’t find many places.

Julia Bolbotowski - Nursery Teacher

Julia has been with CCEP for 2 years. Her favorite thing about the school is it’s welcoming community, “Inclusivity means a great deal to me and CCEP embodies that wholeheartedly.”

Mrs. Brower - Nursery Teacher

This is Mrs. Brower’s 2nd year at CCEP, but her 25th in childcare. Her favorite thing about CCEP is the caring and welcoming environment. She loves being able to build strong relationships with the children and their families.

Emily Colicchio - Nursery Teacher

This is Emily’s 4th year at CCEP. Her favorite part of CCEP is the warm, supportive community; both among the staff and the families.

Gina Ferreri - Primary Teacher

Gina has been with CCEP for 4 years and has taught for 15. As a teacher at CCEP, she is grateful to be part of a warm, faith based community where children learn through play, feel safe, and are deeply loved each day.”

Alyssa Lee - Teaching Assistant

This is Alyssa’s 1st year at CCEP. Her favorite part about CCEP so far is the work culture and how things are set up in a way that places everyone up for success!

Valerie Long - Primary Teacher

Valerie has been with CCEP for 11 years. She loves the warm, caring environment at CCEP combined with our beautiful campus. “Our classrooms and outdoor spaces are thoughtfully designed to encourage natural, meaningful play.”

Tiffani Miller - Primary Teacher

Tiffani has been working with children for 15 years. Her favorite part of our preschool is the family like atmosphere. The caring teachers, wonderful families, and amazing students create a welcoming community where every child feels safe, loved, and valued. 

Natalie Otero - Beginner Teacher

Natalie has been working with children for 12 years. “It brings me so much joy to see how happy the children are at school. how deeply loved they feel each day, and how blessed we all are to be part of such a loving, community.”

Angelica Rodriguez - Beginner Teacher

This is Angelica’s 4th year at CCEP. Her favorite part about CCEP is the love and care shown to every child. I love how they value each child’s unique journey and celebrate every important milestone 

Mari Schubert - PreK Teacher

Mari has been with CCEP for 17 years. One of her favorite parts of the school is our beautiful campus that is a perfect space for exploring and learning about nature.”

Bella Tabor -

This is Bella’s 1st year at CCEP. Her favorite thing is has been how kind and welcoming everyone is. 

Lisa Tuleya - PreK Teacher

Lisa has been with CCEP for 11 years. Her favorite thing about the school is the children! Their boundless enthusiasm, imagination and curiosity make every day teaching at CCEP an adventure.

Nykisha Wilmer - Nursery Teacher

This is Nykisha’s 6th year at CCEP. Her favorite part about CCEP is the community and family atmosphere. I love all the different events and family activities that we do here at CCEP.

Jen McGuire - Social Media Manager

Jen has been working at CCEP for 8 years and was a parent at the school before that. Her favorite thing about the shcool is the teachers. “The teachers create a wonderful environment for the children to learn and grow”