Teachers & Staff

The dedicated teachers, staff, and board members are the heart of Children's House success. Feel free to contact any of the below members for more information or to inquire about Children's House.  A part-time Education and Special needs Coordinator is available to assist a diverse group of early education students.  Also, we serve only organic foods at snack and lunch time at Children's House.

Children’s House Staff:

  • Executive Director: Jana Albright
  • Office Manager: Sigrid Mather
  • Infant Teacher: Pim Exton
  • Toddler Teacher: Emily McGerty
  • 3-year old Teacher: Bari Willard
  • Preschool Team: Jenny Hovelman, Tess White
  • Food Manager: Jen Bentley

Current Board of Directors:

  • Dale Heisinger, President: djheis @ rockisland.com (2007-2012)
  • Kate Long, Secretary: kateclong @ gmail.com (2008-2011)
  • Michell Marshall: theofficecupboard @ orcasonline.com (2009-2012)
  • Michele Striech: Vice President: mstreich0 @ centurytel.net (2009-2012)
  • Linda Tretheway, Treasurer: lindat @ co.san-juan.wa.us (2009-2012)
  • Maggie Vinson, magpie_03 @ hotmail.com (2007-2010)
  • Scott Whiting, Maintenance Chair: whiting @ doebay.net (2006-2011)

Honorary Board Member:

Christina Orchid: christinas @ rockisland.com

Past Board of Directors:

  • Angie Barrick
  • Jon Block
  • Janet Brownell
  • Brian Ehrmantraut
  • Bob Maynard
  • Joe Symons
  • Robin Woodward

 


Orcas Island Children's House, August 2009