This will be Jessica’s fourth year teaching preschool. Before she became a teacher, she served in the Navy for 20 years as a paralegal.
After she retired from the military, she got her multiple subject (elementary school) teaching credential from San Diego State University. She did a year of student teaching in fifth grade, and then worked for a year as a substitute teacher for all elementary and middle school grades. It was this experience that helped her realize that she especially enjoys watching the youngest students blossom and grow as learners, which is what led her to teaching preschool.
She has three children, a son who is currently serving in the Navy, a daughter who is a high school Spanish teacher, and a daughter in middle school. In her free time she likes playing with her dogs, golfing and crafting.
Upcoming preschool programs:
Preschool Readiness - Ages 3-4
Your child will prepare for fall with this preschool readiness class. Children will play and have a fun and relaxed learning experience. Focus will be on social interaction, letters, numbers, arts and crafts. Must be potty trained.
LOCATION: Community Center Classroom
DATE & TIME: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Mondays & Wednesdays OR
Tuesdays & Thursdays
June 21-July 22
*Registration begins May 3
FEES: $180/resident; $205/nonresident
Early Childhood Learning & Recreation - Ages 3-4
Our popular Preschool program is back and better than ever! This play-based program is designed to introduce your child to school in a fun engaging way. Sing and craft your way through the ABC’s each week as new letters, sounds, numbers and more will be introduced. New skills such as pre-writing, social skills, math and science will be the focus. Must be potty trained.
LOCATION: Community Center Classroom
TIME & DAYS: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Mondays & Wednesdays OR
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Semester I: Sept. 8-Jan. 18 (off Nov. 24 & 25; Dec. 22-Jan. 2)
FEES: $612/resident; $637/nonresident
*Registration begins May 3. Deadline Aug. 6. No refunds after deadline.
Semester II: Jan. 24-May 26 (off Mar. 28-31 )
FEES: $612/resident; $637/nonresident
*Registration deadline Jan. 6. No refunds after deadline.