Hello! My name is Lora and I am a wife and mother of two teenage girls. I have been in childcare for about two years, and love working with children.
Emily Smith - Lead Teacher
Paige Yanko
ADDITIONAL WEE CARE STAFF
Wendie LaGamba
Judy Grega - Music and Story Time
BUTTERFLY ROOM
Hi, my name is Samar Khalil. I am a teacher in the one year old room. I came to America from Syria in 2000. I was an elementary school teacher for 19 years in Syria. I have been at Wee Care since 2003. I enjoy working here at Wee Care because I love children and Wee Care is the best!
Samar Khalil - Lead Teacher
CATERPILLAR ROOM
TURTLE ROOM
Hello, my name is Donna English Jozefowicz and I will be returning to work here at Wee Care. I am Sue’s older (but not that much older) sister. I am married to Jim, whom you may have seen around the halls of Wee Care, and we have two daughters, Jill and Lindsey. We also have a dog, Bailey, the love of Jim’s life. I love being involved in the early childhood educational and developmental processes of children, and had worked at Prairie Children Preschool in Aurora, Illinois since 1998. Before relocating to Illinois, our family lived in Upper St. Clair, and I worked at Wee Care. My youngest daughter Lindsey attended Wee Care and met her first boyfriend and favorite teacher, Ms. Connie, in the two year old room. So I have been both an employee entrusted with your child’s care, and a parent who has entrusted Wee Care with my child’s care. Jim and I both attended Edinboro University. He majored in baseball and business. I graduated with a BS in Speech and Language Education. I truly enjoy working with children, and I am looking forward to meeting all the families that attend Wee Care.
Sue English - Owner
ADMINISTRATIVE
LAMB ROOM
Hi, I'm Stephanie Nero! I was born and raised in Bethel Park. I attended the University of Pittsburgh where I received my Masters in Exercise Science/Health & Physical Activity. After spending some time in research, I decided to return to school for my education degree. I earned my MA in teaching elementary education PreK-4 in 2016 and have been teaching ever since. I most recently taught kindergarten but took some time off to spend with my two young girls - Hannah and Hailey. I am excited to be back in the classroom and can't wait to get to know your children!
Hi all! My name is Shelby Thewes. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Child Development and Family Studies. I have always had a passion for working with young children, even when I was little. Children are truly the most magical individuals. I wish they could remember themselves at this age and how precious every moment truly is. I have a dog named Haze that I rescued when my mom was on her way back from California. I also have a stepdaughter, who loves any and everything sparkly, and running amuck! I am very excited to experience this next chapter in your child's life with
Hi, my name is Amy Kissinger. I have a Master's Degree in Elementary Education, and a BA in Psychology. I am currently working on my Handwriting Without Tears Certification. I am married and have two children; A.J. and Matthew. I love working with children, and have over 20 years experience working in the child care setting. My favorite part of the day is talking with children and working with them in a small group setting.
Jess Wargo - Lead Teacher
Hi, my name is Carrie Schade. I have been employed at Wee Care Children’s Center since 1999. I graduated from Carlynton High School and Mercy Hospital Child Care Program. I also do lots of babysitting. My enjoy going to the mall and to the movies. I like working with all of the age groups. The children are special at all ages.
Carrie Schade
Hello, my name is Camillia Stone, but you can call me Cam. I am originally from Allentown which is located near Lancaster and Reading. I started working at Wee Care a few weeks after getting my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education at California University.
Teaching children gives me joy, but seeing them learn and understand a concept is indescribable. I see children this young as blank sheets of paper that we fill up with the basics and much more fun and interesting topics while providing love and nurture along the way. I do not have a certain age that I favor more than the other because I find that at each age you learn something new that is beneficial to my teaching career. One thing I love about being a teacher is being taught something new by the students and being inspired by them to be a better role model, teacher or person.
Camillia Stone - Lead Teacher
Hi, my name is Sue. As of August, 2005, I became the new owner/director. I have been pursuing this goal for many years! I first worked at Wee Care as a high school helper. I then earned a B.A. degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education. I went on to graduate school and earned an M.S. degree in Child Development/Child Care with a specialization in administration. During this time I gained a variety of experiences with children of all ages. I then returned to Wee Care as the Preschool Director. I learned a lot from Emily Chidlow, who founded Wee Care in 1982. Now I’m excited to be back again doing what I love. It is truly a privilege to be a part of the growth and development of so many fantastic kids.
Matt Blewitt - Assistant Director, School Age Director
Donna Jozefowicz - Owner/Assistant Director
Heidi Hartman - Lead Teacher
My name is Jess Wargo. I graduated from Mercyhurst University in 2005 with degrees in both Dance and World Language Education. Shortly after, I started working at Wee Care as a preschool and dance teacher, but then got a teaching job in a private Christian school in the area. During my teaching experience I had a preschool classroom for two years, a kindergarten classroom another two years, and taught Spanish K-8 for six years. I have also traveled to Guatemala three times on mission trips to an Orphanage. In fall of 2013 I returned to Wee Care working in the preschool and school age classrooms. I have been married since October 2011 and have three pet parakeets! Working with children has been one of the greatest blessings of my life, and I look forward to that continuing here at Wee Care.
Hi. My name is Tara Lutton, and I am a proud mother of three: Evan, Kenna, and Ashlyn. When my youngest began school, I decided to return to work. I have always loved being around children and therefore Wee Care is perfect for me. I am a teacher's assistant, and I like that I get to interact with various age groups and also be there for my family. I really enjoy watching the children move from one stage to the next!
Tara Lutton
Hi, my name is Connie. I have worked at Wee Care for 31 years. I work with the three year olds and I love working with them. I have two grown children and three granddaughters. I enjoy gardening, decorating and cooking.
Maddie Knapp
Kayleigh Bayer
Shelby Thewes
Lyla Marasco
My name is Roseann Schwartzmiller. I live with my husband Rich and my dog, Sarge. I also have a granddaughter named Sophia. I enjoy watching Sophia on the weekends. I also enjoy reading books and watching TV.
I very much enjoy working with children. I previously worked at another day care for 9 months before coming to Wee Care. I also worked at Chartiers Valley Primary School as a lunch aide.
Hi, my name is Matt Blewitt. I was born and raised in King of Prussia (Eastern PA). I have been working and educating children since 1999 (through work or schooling). I have worked here at Wee Care Children’s Center since 2002. I have graduated from Duquesne University with a degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood. Ever since I was a senior in high school, I knew for me to be happy in life I would be somewhere educating children. My hobbies are playing golf and watching my beloved world champion Philadelphia Phillies.
LADYBUG ROOM
Camden Paulmen
Stephanie Nero
Heather Shiel - Lead Teacher
SUMMER STAFF
Connie Quinten
In Loving Memory
Marina Goncharova
Jr. Grasshoppers
Hello, my name is Regina Maddox. I graduated from Washington & Jefferson College in 1999 with a double major in English and Sociology. I have been happily married to my husband for over 16 years, and we have two wonderful sons. I was a stay at home mom for many enjoyable years. I thoroughly enjoy working at Wee Care because I love interacting with children, and love watching them grow, learn and play.
Kathy Fraino
My name is Jess Wargo. I graduated from Mercyhurst University in 2005 with degrees in both Dance and World Language Education. Shortly after, I started working at Wee Care as a preschool and dance teacher, but then got a teaching job in a private Christian school in the area. During my teaching experience I had a preschool classroom for two years, a kindergarten classroom another two years, and taught Spanish K-8 for six years. I have also traveled to Guatemala three times on mission trips to an Orphanage. In fall of 2013 I returned to Wee Care working in the preschool and school age classrooms. I have been married since October 2011 and have three pet parakeets! Working with children has been one of the greatest blessings of my life, and I look forward to that continuing here at Wee Care.
Lora Cousineau
Jess Wargo - Preschool Director
Roseann Schwartzmiller
BUMBLEBEE ROOM
Hello, my name is Brionna, Bri for short! I've been working with children since 2019. It's a joy I love very much. I enjoy very special bonds with the children and their families! Thank you for welcoming me into all of your lives. In my free time, I love to cook, listen to music and read a good book with a cozy blanket outside with the sun beaming on me :-D
Hi! My name is Kathy Fraino and I have worked at Wee Care since 2007. I have a son Robert who is a police officer and is married with a son, Nico. I have been working with children for over thirty years. I love watching young children grow!
Brionna Carter
DRAGONFLY ROOM
Hi! My name is Heidi Hartman, and I have always had a love for working with children. I babysat my nieces and nephews from the time they were little. While I taught them a lot, I also learned a lot from them. We would visit many places over the summer months and had tons of fun. I cherished every minute of it. Their friends and neighbors considered me their "Aunt Heidi" then, and many of them still do! I love seeing the smiles on little faces everyday as they learn something new or are excited to be among friends. In those moments, I know that those tiny smiles, giddy excitement and contagious spirit are exactly why I enjoy being around them so much!
Hi, my name is Ashley Bayer. I worked here at Wee Care fifteen years ago- for twenty years!! Now I'm back doing the thing I love most, working with children. I have four children of my own. I have a 23 year old son and three girls, ages 21, 19 and 14. My first three children attended Wee Care from birth until 5years old. I
whole heartedly believe they thrive in life due to this amazing day care! I would never want to work anywhere else. The staff is amazing here.
Matt Blewitt - Lead Teacher
Hi! My name is Deanna Blake! I graduated from Bethany College in 2014 with a BA degree in Elementary Education and Multicatergorial Special Education. I have four years experience in the classroom working with children from 3-5 years of age. Teaching is my passion and everyday is rewarding when I see a child learn something new! I believe is facilitating the learning process and allowing children to make their own observations and discoveries! I am also very family orientated. I have two beautiful boys named Dominick and Gavin and a black German Shepherd named Sarge!
Hello, I am Heather Shiel.
I'm from Burgettstown, PA. I have been working in the child care field since 2018.
I have a degree in photography. I am currently working on my bachelor's in early childhood education. I still love photography and have my own photography business, but I love teaching and seeing the children grow. I love the positive impact that teachers have on their students.
I have two dogs. One is a Yorkie named Buddy and the other is an Aussie named Winston (Winnie). I love going to concerts and traveling.
Hello, my name is Paige. I graduated from Chartiers Valley High School in 2019. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh. I have been babysitting for most by life. I love helping children learn and grow as individuals and together as a group. I look forward to the bonds that I hope to build with each of them. I have been working since graduating high school and wish to further my education in the future. I look forward to greeting the children each day - it just puts a smile on my face! I am very glad to be working here at Wee Care!
Abby Vaites
Danielle Manni
Hi, I'm Emily! I've been in child care for five years now. I have a child development associate in infant and toddler ages. I use to teach dance to all ages and I was a yoga instructor for many years. I love doing crafts and art projects. Some of my hobbies outside of work would be walking on the trail by my apartment, painting, baking and spending time with my family. I love to sing despite not being that great at it:-/ I'm also a tattoo lover and I'm certified in interior decorating! I can't wait to get to know the children at Wee Care and all of you!
Hi. My name is Marina Goncharova, I grew up in Kazakhstan and moved to the US in 2010. In 2010, I received my Master's degree in Human Sciences. I have six years of teaching experience with children in Kazakhstan, and four years of babysitting experience here in the US. I am married and have two children, Liza and Igor, who attended Wee Care. I absolutely love working with children, love watching them grow, and sincerely enjoy getting to know them :-D
Hi, I am Camden!
Ever since coaching youth basketball and little league in middle school, I've always loved working with children. I have always wanted to have ahuge impact on children's lives, setting them up for the best possible future. Since 2019, I have been teaching at child care centers and have loved every minute of it!
I was born and raised in Ohio while being a major Pittsburgh sports fanatic and Lakers fan! I also have two dogs named Winnie and Buddy.
Ashley Bayer
Amy Kissinger
Caring for children since 1983
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Regina Maddox
Oksana Burdiak
Deanna Blake
Hi, my name is Matt Blewitt. I was born and raised in King of Prussia (Eastern PA). I have been working and educating children since 1999 (through work or schooling). I have worked here at Wee Care Children’s Center since 2002. I have graduated from Duquesne University with a degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood. Ever since I was a senior in high school, I knew for me to be happy in life I would be somewhere educating children. My hobbies are playing golf and watching my beloved world champion Philadelphia Phillies.
Hi! My name is Wendie and I used to be the preschool computer teacher at Wee Care. I started working at Wee Care in 2003. A few months after I started working at Wee Care I got married. In December of 2006 we welcomed our first child, Mallorie. And in January of 2014 we were blessed with two more children, twins, Adaleena and Tyler.
I attended Robert Morris and was working toward my Communications degree. After working with children, I then enrolled at Childcare Education Institute and received my Child Development Associate in November of 2006. I also attended the University of Cincinnati in 2008 and took several more education classes. I also have a degree in Photography.
In 2021 I started working at Chartiers Valley Primary School.
Hello! My name is Oksana Burdiak. I am so excited to be your child's teacher, and it is a pleasure to have your child in our class! I look forward to partnering with you to make this a fun, learning experience for your child.
Originally I am from Ukraine, but I have lived in Paris for the last four years. In 2014, I earned my Master's degree in Primary education. In 2017, I received a degree in Speech Therapy as well. I worked with children in Ukraine as a primary school teacher for eight years and as a speech therapist for six years.
I am married and have a son, Damir. I am an energenic and active person. I attract others with my humanity and honesty.
Before I became a teacher, I had no idea that could fit so many kids in one heart! I love children very much and like to have fun with them. I look forward to meeting each child!