Anna is entering their second year at TCC, they hold a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Emanuel College. This year their goal is to infuse JOY into the classroom!

Chloe is entering her second year at TCC! When not at TCC, Chloe studies Expressive Arts at Lesley University, this Spring she will complete her Bachelor’s Degree! Chloe is inspired to infuse GROWTH into the classroom this year.

Julia is joining us for her first year at TCC! Julia recently completed her bachelor's degree at Tufts University, where she double majored in Child Development and Archaeology. Julia has experience working with infants, primary schoolers, and have even taught high school math. Julia has also participated in two archaeological excavations: one in Greece and one on a small island in the Caribbean. For fun, Julia enjoys making art, hanging out with her cat, and singing. This year Julia aims to infuse CURIOSITY into the classroom!

Brenna is joining TCC this semester as an Early Childhood Intern from Emanual College, where she is currently majoring in Psychology!

Fu is entering his eighth year at TCC, and his third year as part of the Administrative team! He holds a bachelors degree in Biology and a Master’s Degree in Education Sciences.

Kat is thrilled to be Joining the TCC faculty for her first year as Executive Director! Kat has been in the field of Early Childhood Education for over 20 years, She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and Art History, and studied Early Childhood and Early Elementary Education at Lesley University. She has been a presenter on Nature Education at Weber University, Bunker Hill, and MassBay, as well as at many EEC conferences.

Bryan holds an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Bryan is celebrating his 20th anniversary as a member of the TCC faculty. Bryan Specializes in Language Arts, this year Bryan ‘s goal is to engage in EXPLORATION alongside his students!

Wendy is entering her fifteenth year at TCC. She holds an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. This year Wendy aims to infuse LOVE into the classroom!

Rhonda is beginning her first year at TCC, Rhonda has studied Child Growth and Development at Bunker Hill and has experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers, this year she aims to infuse CREATIVITY into the classroom

Kelly has returned to TCC for her second year, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, and is currently participating in an Early Childhood Education Apprenticeship Program.

Emma is joining us for her second year at TCC after interning with us in the 2021-2022 school year, Emma has returned this year! Emma is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Mental Health and School Adjustment Counseling. This year Emma hopes to infuse KINDNESS into the classroom!

This will be Lourdes’ first year at TCC! Lourdes graduated from Boston College with degrees in elementary education; psychology; and curriculum development, in addition, Lourdes also has concentrations in neuroscience as well as business management.

This year Lourdes will infuse “COURAGE” in the classroom!

Snowball is TCC’s school Mascot, their favorite foods are carrots and lettuce and they love keeping people company outside the office, and hiding under chairs! Stop by and say ‘hi’ anytime, Snowball loves visitors!

We are excited to be partnering with Johanna Perlin this year! Johanna is an Early Childhood Education Consultant, specializing in Nature and Outdoor Play. She has been a professional development presenter, an outdoor classroom designer and curriculum developer, specializing in outdoor play, gardening with the children and embracing play in all kinds of weather. This year she is coaching the toddler team, and will be working with our Building and Maintenace Committee to enhance our Toddler outdoor classroom!

We are thrilled to be partnering with Beth Glick this school year to offer curriculum coaching and professional development around her area of expertise: Social Emotional Learning. Beth is a licensed social worker with many years of experience in the field of early childhood education, as well as many years as an elementary school administrator. Beth has been a curriculum creator targeting best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion and launched a curriculum that integrated this important topic into the Lexington Public Schools’ curriculum during her time as an assistant principal. Beth is currently a social worker for a partnership of preschools throughout the greater Boston area that integrate social emotional learning into its classrooms, facilitate teacher trainings and foster parenting partnerships through a lens of co-regulation and heart-centered practices.

TCC is proud to be working with Greater Boston PFLAG to build on our center’s inclusivity practices through a lens of understanding and advocacy. TCC staff will be engaging in an ongoing workshop series to build on their knowledge and understanding and to integrate best practices into their learning environment. You can learn more about PFLAG at: https://www.gbpflag.org/