Jenny Vochatzer

Sara Hegarty

Hi, my name is Sara, and I am the Assistant Director at Ivy League Preschool. I was born and raised on a farm in a small town in Illinois. I moved to Lee's Summit in 2000, and began working at Ivy League in June of the same year. I have worked in a child care setting for 18 years now, and absolutely love working at Ivy League! I have my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Rockhurst University, as well as my Missouri Director Certification. My husband and I reside in Lee's Summit with our two sons, Andrew and Gabriel, and our dog, KC.  

Lesley Belcher

Hi, my name is Lesley, and I am the cook and I also drive the school bus. I started working at Ivy League Preschool in September of 2007. I am a single mother of three wonderful kids, Jacob, Bailey, and Zoey. My hobbies are taking pictures and making jewelry! In my free time I spend time with my kids and just relax!  

Diane Curtner

Hi, my name is Diane, and I started working for Ivy League Preschool in June of 2002. During the shcool year, I work part time in the evenings as a closer. I teach Kindergarten at Prairie View Elementary School, so during my summers I work at Ivy League full time. I have my Associates Degree in Early Childhood from Penn Valley and have been in the child care profession for over 17 years! I enjoy my job and look forward to being with children every day. My hobbies are reading, backpacking, hiking, and crafting. I collect bears and Winnie the Pooh items.  

Samantha Steinbrook

Hello, my name is Samantha. I started at Ivy League Preschool in August 2007 as the Assistant Teacher in the Infant Room, Princeton North. Since then, I have became the Lead Teacher in Princeton North. I graduated from Lee’s Summit North High School in December 2007. I am attending college in the fall to further my education. I love taking care of all my babies.  

Kay English

Hi my name is Kay, and I am the Lead Teacher in the Princeton South, Infant Room. I have worked with Infants and Toddlers for over 20 years now.  

Amy Bass

Hi, my name is Amy, and I am the Lead Teacher in the Penn North, Pre-Toddler classroom. I started working with Ivy League Preschool in October of 2002. I love spending time with all my little ones everyday. I love to shop and buy clothes, purses, jewerly, and anything girly! I am so glad I have the opportuity to watch all these children grow up here at Ivy League Preschool.  

Stacy Benton

Jennise Turks

I have been working at Ivy League Preschool since April of 2005. I am the Lead Teacher in the Penn South, Pre - Toddler room. I have a wonderful family with five children that keep me really busy. I have taken many educational classes in order to pursue my teaching experiences. I am glad to be here for your children’s future!  

Erica Fritts

Hi, my name is Erica and I am the Assistant Teacher in Penn South, Pre-Toddler Room.  

Dani Humbird

Hi, my name is Dani, and I am the Lead Teacher in the Brown, Toddler Room. I have three children of my own. I have worked at Ivy League Preschool in the past and I am so happy to return.  

Alicia McKnight

Hi, my name is Alicia McKnight and I am 22 years old. I began working with Ivy League Preschool in April of this year, as the Lead Teacher in the Columbia, Toddler room. I have been working with children for the last eight years. I am currently a student at Longview Community College, planning to further my education in Elementary Education. After I graduate from Longview in the fall of 2008, I will continue my education at Graceland University, in Independence. I am the oldest of three girls. I look forward to working with you and your children.  

Kami Warinner

Hi, my name is Kami, and I am the Lead Teacher in the Cornell, Get Set Room. I am married with two children, Mackenzie and Chase. I worked with Ivy League Preschool back in 2007, and am happy to return again.  

Melissa Webb

Hi, name is Melissa and I am the Lead Teacher in the Yale, Preschool Room.  

Jayme Ambrose

Tracy Wilhite

I am the Lead Teacher in the Harvard, Pre-K classroom. I have been a preschool teacher since 1996, and I began working with Ivy League Preschool in March of 2006. Currently I am finishing my degree in Business Administration.  

Rachel Fritts

Michael Brunson

Hi, my name is Mr. Mike, and I am the Lead Teacher in the MU/KU Kindergarten Enrichment room. I have worked in child care for 11 years. I started in the Independence School District with the Before and After School Program. I began working with Ivy League Preschool in January of 2008. I have my BS in Psychology from CMSU, and I am the very proud father of two wonderful children, Hayden, who is two, and Makayla who is 7 months. I am very excited to be working with the children at Ivy League.  

Janean Dobbins

Kali Herbert

Hi! My name is Kali Herbert, and I started at Ivy League in August of 2007. I am 19 years old. I am attending Longview Community College for two years with the A+ Program. I plan on attending Missouri State University to major in Elementary Education. I really enjoy working with children and helping them learn to grow. It is always a pleasure working with your children.  

Clara Stevens

Haley Stryczek

Leslie Bloomquist

Hi, my name is Leslie Bloomquist, and I am a floater. I have been with Ivy League Preschool since August of 2007. I am a student at the University of Central Missouri and will soon complete my degree. I am working toward a double major in Early Childhood and Elementary Education.  

Georgia Smith

Hi, I am a floater throughout the Infant/Pre-Toddler classrooms. Before I came to Ivy League I was a nanny for a wonderful family for six years. I graduated high school in 2005 and I have been taking classes at Longview to prepare for nursing school. I live in Lee’s Summit and am the oldest of three kids. I truly enjoy working with children and plan to work with kids as a nurse. I am also looking forward to starting a family of my own very much, I can’t wait! I’m excited to have the opportunity to work with your children.  

Paige Solomon

Hello, my name is Paige, and I am currently a floater. I have been employed with Ivy League Preschool since 2006 as part of the early work release program in my Senior year of High School. I have much enjoyed working with every age group enrolled with Ivy League. I currently attend Avila University to major in Elementary Education, and will be starting my Sophomore year this fall. I was a member of the Avila Cheer Squad last year and this year will become a member of the "Glitter Girls" Dance team. I only have one child, which is a four-legged beagle that comes to the name "Copper."  

Sara Herrmann

Hi, my name is Sara and I just started working at Ivy League at the beginning of September. I am a floater throughout the building.  

Jamie Forbis