Staff

OUR STAFF

 

Tami Hemp
Preschool Director

Ms. Tami  is our director at the preschool, she lives in Fishersville with her son. Tami has been in childcare for six years and is currently enrolled through Penn State working on her CDA (Child Development Associate) certification. She enjoys spending time on the weekends watching her son on the football field, and being involved with the Jeep club.

 

 

Amber Wood
Teacher 2 Year Old’s

Extended Day (all ages)

Hey there, my name is Amber. I teach the youngest the two-year-olds!! graduated at Wilson Memorial high school in 2009. I have two daughters and one son, I love animals ,dancing and cooking. I love being creative and Finding new and fun ways to teach. My classroom is upbeat and fun. I strive on ways to help each child in their own way.

Kaitlyn Snead
Aide,  2 Year Old’s

Extended Day (all ages)

 

Carol Perkins

Teacher, 2.5 Year Old’s

Ms. Carol is our teacher in the older two and half -year-old class. She believes each child is different and has his or her own unique response to teaching and learning. Carol is a retired nurse with experience in pediatrics, family practice, and geriatrics. She and her husband live in Waynesboro and have two sons and seven grandchildren. She especially enjoys time with family and friends.

 

Autumn Johnson
Aide, 2.5Year Old’s

Extended Day (all ages)

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Kallee Fitzgerald

Teacher, 3 Year Old’s

Hi! I’m Kallee, and I teach the Younger 3s. I love helping little learners explore, play, and discover new things every day. In our classroom, we focus on curiosity, creativity, and kindness. Learning is always more fun when we do it together!
Outside of the classroom, I enjoy baking, spending time outdoors, learning new things, and I have an interest in cars! I love bringing that same sense of curiosity and fun into our classroom.
I believe that every child is unique and special, and I strive to create a classroom where all students feel safe, happy, and confident to be themselves. Watching their personalities shine and their skills grow is the most rewarding part of my job.

Mckenna Shiflet
Aide, 3 Year Old’s

Extended Day (all ages)

 

 

 

Lynda Smith

Teacher, 3.5  Year Old’s

Ms. Lynda is originally from North Carolina and moved to Waynesboro, Virginia in 2000 with her husband and two sons. She has been working with children over 30 years now and 18 of those years have been here at First Presbyterian Preschool. She enjoys working with children and teaching them about Christ and singing bible songs with them. She also likes riding her bike, cooking, working in the yard and spending time with her grandchildren. She believes her mission and calling in life is working with God’s precious little children.

 

 

Emily Roadcap
Aide, 3.5 Year Old’s

Extended Day (all ages)

Lorene Henderson
Teacher 4 Year Old’s

Extended Day (all ages)

Ms. Lorene is our 4 year old teacher! She graduated from Waynesboro high school in 2020 and graduated from the University of Arizona in 2024 with her bachelors degree in Early childhood education. When she isn’t at work she likes reading, doing photography and spending time with friends and family.

Marice Hemp
Aide,  4 Year Old’s

Extended Day (all ages)

 

 

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FPCP’s teachers and aides are the heart of our program! They work incredibly hard and are personally invested in each and every child’s success.

When adding to our staff, we look for the following qualifications:

  • Genuine love for children and a philosophy that all children are valued for who they are.
  • Good moral character and religious affiliations.
  • Previous experience in a childcare or preschool program.
  • Educational degrees with concentration or experience in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education.

In order to work at FPCP, applicants must also:

  • Pass criminal history and sexual offender history background checks by the State Of Virginia.
  • Be physically and emotionally able to work with children, passing a health screening each year.
  • Undergo training and maintain current certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED.