Nursery school

Nursery School - Meet The Director

Melissa brings unparalleled verve to the Children’s Garden Center Preschool. Prior to her 8-year tenure as an educational director in the Hudson Valley, Melissa taught in preschools for 28 years. She is committed to community building, flexibility for families, individualized attention, and a Reggio-inspired curriculum. Her passion for creative arts bolsters an arts-infused loving and welcoming environment. Melissa is an advocate for all children and cherishes their curiosity and wonder. 

Melissa was raised in the Riverdale section of the Bronx and currently lives in Monroe, NY with her husband (also an educator) and their three children. In addition to her career in early childhood education, Melissa performs in theater productions, coaches Girls on the Run, serves on multiple boards for her local PTA and PAGE (Parents Advocating for Gifted Education) chapters.

Melissa would love to hear from you! Contact her at cgcdirector@tba-ny.org or at (914) 631-1770 x107 with questions or to schedule a tour.