Our Staff
Our teachers are at the heart of everything we do. They create warm, engaging classrooms where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore and learn.
We know that a child’s earliest experiences shape their growth and development, which is why our educators take the time to understand each child as an individual. They use responsive language, encourage curiosity, and foster independence in a nurturing, language-rich environment.
Our teachers guide with empathy, love and respect—proactively supporting positive behavior and helping children learn through meaningful, hands-on experiences. The connections children build with their teachers during these early years lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
At our school, we’re proud to have a team of passionate, highly skilled educators dedicated to helping every child thrive.
TIA MAY MCCALL
BEATRICE
KRISTY
TIA MAY MCCALL
Miss Bea
Miss Kristy
Born in Troy, NY, Kristy earned her Bachelor degree in Childhood Education from The College of Saint Rose and later completed her Master’s in Literacy. She began her teaching career in Charleston, SC, where she worked as an elementary school teacher and Reading Interventionist. Over the years, Kristy has had the privilege of teaching students from early childhood (Pollywogs in early 2000) through 8th grade.
As both an educator and a parent, she values the strong connections between home and school. Kristy strives to create a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. She is passionate about helping every child develop a lifelong love of learning.
Mrs Brooke
Miss Adrianna
Miss Meg
Miss Jessica
Miss Lily
Miss Reem
Lily Bunte, who has been at Pollywogs for 3 years, creates an engaging and supportive environment for our students. Lily is a Junior at the University of Rhode where she is pursuing her Bachelor's in Elementary Education and a Master's in Special Education. When not at work or school, Lily will be snuggling with her two cats, Buddy and Hershey. Lily is an avid reader and enjoys her free time getting involved in a good book.
GARDENER Aimée
Meet Aimée, a lifelong resident of Connecticut and a proud graduate of the University of Connecticut, where she earned her BA in Women’s Studies and Anthropology with honors. After working in women’s healthcare, she embraced the role of a homeschooling mom, blending her passions for nature education, local history, and organic farming. Aimée has a small flower farm and offers garden consultations, continually exploring the wonders of flowers, particularly dahlias. Residing in Preston with her large family, she cherishes the beauty of each season while nurturing their beloved property.
Aimee integrates her knowledge of plants, planting and the land into our preschool program. She works 1 on 1 with each child, during the garden season (April to October), in the garden from seeds to harvest.