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MIDDLEBURY COOPERATIVE
Nursery School
Kimberly Bell
SITE DIRECTOR / CO-TEACHER
Hello Families, My name is Kimberly and I am so excited to continue this school year as your site director and one of the two preschool teachers. In the classroom, I value science, exploration, discovery, and enjoy supporting children in being curious and fun loving little humans. I love messy play, promoting problem solving with peers and helping children communicate their emotions and becoming their own person. This school year will be my 7th year working in a preschool setting at schools in both New Hampshire and Vermont.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Child Development from Colby- Sawyer College in New London, New Hampshire and am scheduled to graduate with a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education in December of 2024 from Champlain College in Burlington, Vermont. In June of 2024, I obtained my Vermont State Early Childhood Teaching License (Birth- PreK) and look forward to continuing to strengthen my teaching skills through ongoing professional development and trainings.
My husband, Dylan and I moved to North Ferrisburgh, Vermont in 2021 and recently (March 2024) we welcomed our daughter Sutton into this world. Additionally, we have two dachshunds, Conway and Kona. In my free time I enjoy running, eating popcorn, camping with my family and planting! I look forward to spending the school year learning and growing with your kiddo!
Kylie Scheck
CO-TEACHER PRESCHOOL
Hello, my name is Kylie Scheck and I am thrilled to start my first year at Mary Johnson Child Center. I grew up in East Middlebury and feel very honored to be giving back to the community I came from. In the classroom I enjoy teaching skills through arts and crafts, sensory play, and fostering meaningful interactions with kids.
I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Keene State College and have spent the last four years working either full time or per diem at their child residential program.
My husband Robbie and I live in Bridport Vermont and are currently renovating a shuttle bus into a tiny home we hope to use for traveling. We have one dachshund who is a little over a year old and her name is Bijou. In my free time I enjoy listening to music, hand sewing, and being outside. I look forward to meeting all of you and working together to support your child’s growth and development.
Shannon Whalen
CO-TEACHER PRESCHOOL
Hi! My name is Shannon Whalen! This is my first year at Mary Johnson, and my 6th year in Early Education. I have taught Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First grade!
I have a BA in Early Education Pre-K through Fourth grade. I graduated from Immaculata University and I am currently working on getting my Vermont teaching license.
I recently got engaged and moved to Vermont! I moved from the Philly area, so GO BIRDS! We are wedding planning which is my main hobby for the moment, but typically I love to craft, go for walks, and hang out with friends. I am very excited to get to know the families at Mary Johnson and teach your little ones.
Libbie Zuber
CO-TEACHER TODDLERS
Hello, my name is Libbie Zuber, and I am so excited to be the newest member of the Middlebury Co-Op School family! I have transferred over from another childcare center where I was the Lead Toddler Teacher and the Lead Pre-K teacher.
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I have been working in school systems and Early Childhood Education (ECE) for almost 20 years now, and will be getting my Associates in ECE this spring. I have worked in several different childcare centers, along with being a substitute or Paraprofessional in grades K-12. After many years, I realized I really enjoy working with younger children and am happy to be here.
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I currently live in Proctor with my two sisters, but am looking forward to moving towards Brandon in the coming months. I am a divorced mother of a daughter and am now a grandma of 1, with 1 on the way. My daughter Amanda and her husband John live in Orwell, where I spend a great deal of my free time with them and my grandson Levi. I am looking forward to becoming a grandma again in September.
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I am excited about the style of teaching here at Middlebury Co-Op School, as it allows children a less structured environment than what I an accustomed to. Thank you for honoring me with the opportunity to work with and grow with your children here.
Angela Dupoise
CO-TEACHER TODDLERS
Hi! My name is Angela Dupoise. I am going into my first full year at Mary Johnson Children’s Center. I live in New Haven with my boyfriend Collin and cat Smokey.
I graduated from Castleton University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts in Education with a concentration in Mathematics and a Minor in Music. I am currently obtaining a Teaching License for Early Childhood Education through the Vermont Agency of Education. I have been working with children since 2014 when I started working with school-age children, and in 2018 I started working in the field of Early Childhood.
In my freetime I enjoy traveling, hiking, spending time at the lake, going to the beach, and I love spending time with my family and friends. I enjoy watching children learn and grow through their interactions with friends!
Ashley Barnes
CO-TEACHER TODDLERS
Hello! My name is Ashley Barnes, I am new this school year to the Co-op after working with the infants at MJCC this summer. I live in Rutland and I have worked in childcare since 2005.
I have a Bachelor of Science in Human Services: Family and Community Counseling. I love working with children because I love watching them grow and learn while interacting with their peers.
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I also love being an aunt to 16. Things I love are the color purple, butterflies, sunflowers, and basketball.