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Meet the Teachers

Kim Schmelter

 

Ms. Kim, Classroom Educator

I graduated from SLU with a BA in Criminal Justice.  Since 2007, I have been working in early childhood education.

 I have experience working with preschool, pre-K and also taught Kindergarten for a year.

 Before joining KECC in 2023, I worked as a Program Assistant for Adventure Club at Westchester Elementary in the Kirkwood School District.

I am married to the love of my life, Rick. We have two rescue dogs, Pedro and Willa. In our free time we love to travel, watch football and cook.

Michele Loehr

 

Ms. Michele, Classroom Educator

Hi! I’m Michele Loehr and have been involved in the Education field since 1989.

I have worked in various licenced childcare facilities, volunteering at various events such as PTO Boards, book fairs, helping in classrooms and tutoring kiddos.

I completed 3.5 years towards an Early Childhood BA and then graduated with a BA in Psychology.  I also have a Masters in Education in K-12 School Counseling and Professional Counseling.

Leona Hill

 

Ms. Leona, Classroom Educator

Hello my name is Leona Hill. I have been working with children in an early childhood setting since 2016. I have worked with all ages within the centers. Within my many years of teaching, I received my Child Development Associate Degree in August of 2023. 

When I am not at work, I spend time with my family enjoying new activities.  We enjoy playing in parks and exploring new places near our home with our dog! 

I am happy to be in Giraffes two days a week and in the Flexible staff the rest of the time. Can’t wait to enjoy the year with all the new kiddos.

 

Ms Jayonna, Classroom Educator

Hi, my name is Jayonna! I am one of 11 children so I am really big on family. At a young age, I knew that I wanted to take care of people.

In 2015, I started working in childcare professionally . I am in the BSN program at Chamberlain University and want to become a labor and delivery or school nurse.

I enjoy doing just about anything with my fiancé and my two stepkids, I am a virtual stylist, love to spend time with my family and  watch movies (anything Marvel).

I am so happy to be a part of KECC.