Kristen joined SJNS as a 4s teacher in 2023. She enjoys teaching in the local community, developing relationships with families, and continuing to watch students grow even after they have graduated from preschool. She has 11 years of teaching experience in Early Childhood and Primary Grades. She has a B.A. in Education and Human Relations from Connecticut College and an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Minnesota. When she isn't shuttling her daughters (ages 11 and 14) to various afterschool activities, she enjoys staying active and volunteering in local schools and community organizations.