ABOUT

All staff meet and exceed the New York State Office of Children and Family Services State requirements.

All staff have CPR and First Aid, have undergone criminal background checks, fingerprints, physicals, reference checks, completed the Health and Safety course, stay current on 15 hours per year of mandatory training, and proper child development education.

ASHLEY

Owner and creator of Jumper Bean Daycare.

Dynamic, energetic and highly organized with a love for children and the environment. Ashley has a Bachelors of Science in Environmental Studies, Environmental Biology Specialization and a Pre-Law minor from Cazenovia College, NY.

She has also taken courses in Infant and Toddler Development and Attachment in Early Childhood at Empire State College, NY. Ashley has completed the required health and safety training through the New York State Office of Child and Family Services, along with CPR and First Aid.

"I have always been a very healthy and active person, eating organic, natural foods and playing sports. Through being a nanny, I found my love for children and wanted to incorporate both my healthy and active lifestyle into the children under my care. I also have an environmental science degree so nature is very important to me.”

KIMBERLY

Director at Jumper Bean Preschool.

Throughout my many years in the Early Childhood field, I have taught all ages from infants through school age as well as served as an Assistant Director. I currently hold an associate degree, two Child Development Associate certificates, and an Early Childhood Administration Credential. 

I am genuinely passionate about creating a space that is a home away from home. I believe every child is unique and deserves a caring, inspiring, and engaging atmosphere in which to grow emotionally, intellectually, and socially.  

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my amazing daughter and two dogs, as well as reading, hiking, and kayaking.

Together with a team of amazing teachers and staff, I am committed to providing your family with a supportive, loving, and safe foundation for a lifetime of learning. I look forward to working together with you as partners in your child’s growth and development!

GAIL

Director at Jumper Bean Daycare, Gail is energetic, enthusiastic and driven.

With a focus on the children's safety and happiness being first priority, she puts her all in every child. Gail has over 20 years experience through being a mother and a teacher's aide at a local school. Gail is both CPR and First Aid certified and will be staying up to date with the New York State daycare assistant regulations.

"I am a mother of three beautiful children and truly enjoy spending quality time with them. I have been working with children all my life through watching little ones and working at the school for many years."

ashleyASHLEY

Head teacher, owner and creator of Jumper Bean Daycare. Dynamic, energetic and highly organized with a love for children and the environment. Ashley has a Bachelors of Science in Environmental Studies, Environmental Biology Specialization and a Pre-Law minor from Cazenovia College, NY. She has also taken courses in Infant and Toddler Development and Attachment in Early Childhood at Empire State College, NY. Ashley has completed the required health and safety training through the New York State Office of Child and Family Services, along with CPR and First Aid. She has over thirteen years total experience caring for children of various ages. Ashley stays highly active through soccer and running. "I have always been a very healthy and active person, eating organic, natural foods and playing sports. Through being a nanny, I found my love for children and wanted to incorporate both my healthy and active lifestyle into the children under my care. I also have an environmental science degree so nature is very important to me."

Barbara KerkerBARBARA

A volunteer at Jumper Bean. Spirited, compassionate and energetic, Barbara loves both animals and children wholeheartedly. With over 20 years combined experience caring for children and being a mother, Barbara is both loving and passionate with everything she does. She will personally invest all her time and energy into your child to make sure they are as comfortable and secure as possible. Barbara loves helping and giving back to the community as an animal activist and volunteer. She has completed both CPR and First Aid training.

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Energetic, enthusiastic and driven. Gail is the assistant at Jumper Bean. With a focus on the children's safety and happiness being first priority, she puts her all in every child. Gail has over 20 years experience through being a mother and a teacher's aide at a local school. Gail is both CPR and First Aid certified and will be staying up to date with the New York State daycare assistant regulations. "I am a mother of three beautiful children and truly enjoy spending quality time with them. I have been working with children all my life through watching little ones and working at the school for many years."  

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Caring, supportive, and charismatic Rachel is an assistant teacher at Jumper Bean Daycare. Rachel has over 10 years experience caring for children including her young son Aiden. A former employee of the Children’s Academy, Rachel has extensive knowledge of working with children of various ages. Rachel is also a volunteer at Saratoga Abundant Life Church Preschool and Nursery School. Rachel is both CPR and First Aid certified and stays up to date with the New York State daycare assistant regulations.    

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Director of Jumper Bean Preschool, Cheryl holds a Masters in Early Childhood Education and has over 20 years experience teaching Kindergarten age. Cheryl has completed the required Health and Safety training through the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, along with First Aid, CPR, AED and Medication Administration Training.      

IMG_7858 Tricia

Tricia is a Head Teacher at Jumper Bean Preschool She holds a degree in Early Childhood and has over 20 years of teaching experience of preschool age. Tricia has completed the required health and safety trainings along with being up to date on CPR and First Aid.

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Compassionate, energetic and caring, Sydney is an assistant teacher at Jumper Bean Preschool. Sydney is both CPR and First Aid certified and stays up to date with the New York State Center regulations.

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Caring, supportive, and charismatic Rachel is a substitute at Jumper Bean Preschool. Rachel has over 10 years experience caring for children including her young son Aiden. A former employee of the Children’s Academy, Rachel has extensive knowledge of working with children of various ages. Rachel is also a volunteer at Saratoga Abundant Life Church Preschool and Nursery School. Rachel is both CPR and First Aid certified and stays up to date with the New York State daycare assistant regulations.        

IMG_4770Alissa

An assistant teacher at Jumper Bean, Alissa enjoys spending time with children and being outdoors with them. "I am so excited to start my journey here at Jumper Bean Preschool to help me further my education in pediatric nursing." Alissa has completed both CPR and First Aid training along with all mandated OCFS trainings.    

IMG_7856Emily

An assistant teacher at Jumper Bean Preschool. Emily holds a Bachelors in Music and incorporates her love for music in the classroom. Emily has completed both CPR and First Aid training along with all mandated OCFS trainings.