Meet the Team

  • Amy Swails - Operations Manager

    Proud Founding Team Member!

    Amy is dedicated to building bridges between our program and the wider community. While she manages the fiscal side of the organization and secures essential funding through grant writing, her heart lies in fostering community involvement. She ensures that our program is not just a place to learn, but a vital, connected part of the neighborhood.

  • Erica Emch - Lead Pre-K Educator

    Proud Founding Team Member!

    Erica leads our Pre-K program with a focus on academic readiness and personal growth. She expertly guides the class through phonics and daily lessons, using quarterly assessments and family meetings to ensure every child is confident and meeting their goals.

  • Taylor Huber - Curriculum Developer

    Proud Founding Team Member!

    Taylor is the creator behind our learning philosophy. She writes custom, age-appropriate curriculum that aligns with Indiana standards and utilizes developmentally appropriate practices. Her thoughtful planning ensures that our young learners are building the skills they need for a successful transition to Kindergarten and beyond!

  • Cybil Kemp - Flex Educator & Program Support Specialist

    Proud Founding Team Member!

    Cybil provides the stability and structure that allows our program to thrive. Whether she is managing inventory or floating between classrooms to provide individual attention, she is constantly looking for opportunities to help our program—and your children—grow.

  • Lena Hall - Toddler Educator

    Proud founding team member!

    Lena provides a warm, supportive foundation for our toddlers. She is dedicated to implementing our early learning curriculum and ensuring that every child is meeting their developmental goals in a safe and loving environment.

  • Paige Wireman - Lead Toddler Educator

    Leading our Toddler room, Paige is passionate about early discovery. She focuses on maintaining a safe, healthy space while consistently seeking out fresh, age-appropriate learning experiences that encourage our youngest students to explore the world around them.

  • Jazmine Legrand - Lead Preschool Educator

    Jazmine creates a safe and nurturing environment where preschoolers can flourish. In addition to guiding them through their developmental milestones and curriculum, she is our resident "potty training expert," helping families navigate this big transition with patience and care.

  • Mikayla Bass - Pre-K Educator & Family Engagement Specialist

    Mikayla is dedicated to preparing our Pre-K students for their next big steps. In addition to maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment she also shines as our event expert. She is excited to plan experiences that help WELA families feel deeply connected to our preschool community.

  • Elyse Huber - Teaching Assistant

  • Grace Roth - Teaching Assistant

Our team is dedicated to staying at the forefront of early childhood education. We're proudly furthering our expertise through ongoing classes and professional development with Impact Early Education.