Pittsboro Baptist Preschool began in September of 2001 as a Mothers Morning Out program with 17 children and now has grown to serve more than 130 children. We seek to support the home and extend the ministry of the church by providing biblically based, age-appropriate education for preschoolers that addresses their development cognitively, socially, emotionally, physically and spiritually.

Pittsboro Baptist Preschool prepares children for future learning and success. Our Christian based curriculum is used to guide children through their daily activities.

 

Meet our staff:

 

 

 

Jennifer Cashion
Preschool Minister

Jennifer@pittsborobaptistpreschool.org

 Hello!  I am blessed to be the Preschool Director of an amazing preschool.  Prior to coming to Pittsboro Baptist Preschool, I worked in clinical research for 13 years.  Although I enjoyed what I did, I have an unexplainable peace with the direction my life took and I’m thankful for the doors the Lord opened for me at the preschool and Pittsboro Baptist Church as the Children’s Minister.  My husband, Matt, and I love living in Pittsboro and have 3 amazing children.   Matthew 19:14 says:  Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”   I love being part of a ministry at PBP that shares the love of Christ with every child and family that walks through the door.  For me it’s more than a job.  It’s a privilege the Lord has put me in this place at this time.
Pam Romel

Assistant Director

Pam@pittsborobaptistpreschool.org

Hi, I am the Assistant Director here at Pittsboro Baptist Preschool. I grew up in New York. I live here with my husband Alex and we have three grown children. I have been doing accounting work for many years. I attended Green Mountain College in Vermont. I feel blessed to be able to mentor your children and work with these wonderful teachers.
Brittany Sellers
Assistant Teacher in the Ladybugs

Kate Chambers
Assistant Teacher in the Koalas
My name is Kate Chambers and I grew up here in Pittsboro, North Carolina. I attended Western Carolina University where I met my husband David, who then joined the United States Navy. For the last ten years we moved (a lot) and had two beautiful kids. Becoming a stay-at-home mom taught me the value of watching children grow and learn through love and kindness. We are excited to be back in Chatham to raise our kids in this wonderful community.
Joyce Crabtree

Lead Teacher in the Ladybugs

Hello, I have worked at PBP since 2011 and love being able to contribute to an enthusiastic team of teachers. My children attended PBP, so I have been a part of the PBP family as a parent and a teacher. As a mother of four, I am challenged daily to guide and educate different personalities and look forward to doing the same with your children.
Cynthia Dekaney

Lead Teacher in the Penguins

I consider it a great privilege to spend mornings with my preschool class and have been doing so since 2010.  Three of my 5 kids went to school here and, although my youngest is now in High school, I decided I like it too much to leave.  My husband Chris and I moved our family to North Carolina from Texas in 2007.  We miss the Lone Star State and our family there (and TexMex and beef BBQ), but we feel blessed to be raising our family in Chatham County and love what the Lord has done for us here.
Noelle Deichler

Lead Teacher in the Pandas

Greetings! My name is Noelle Deichler and I am thrilled to be leading the 1’s class at PBP for the 2025-2026 School year! After three years of assisting with preschool, kindergarten, and elementary age children at Haw River Christian Academy, I look forward to watching your children grow this year at PBP.
Denise Malatestinic

Lead Teacher in the Turtles

My name is Denise Malatestinic and I am so excited for another year at Pittsboro Baptist Preschool.  I just recently moved to Chatham County from Long Island, New York where I subbed as a Teaching Assistant for the last 13 years.  My favorite place to sub was in the Pre K classes where I loved watching those little faces learn.   I am a mom of 4 children who are all young adults living their lives.  I look forward to a great year here at PBP.

Melissa McGuinness

Assistant Teacher in the Penguins – (T/Th/F)

Hi all! I’m so excited to be a teacher assistant here at PBP! I have three children; 2 girls and one boy. A couple of my children attended Pittsboro Baptist Preschool. What a blessing this school has been for our family! I’m married to my husband James who I met at Clemson University (Go Tigers!) and we have lived all over the world for his Army career. He has since transitioned to the Reserves and we are thrilled to be home and raising our family here in North Carolina! I so look forward to getting to know your child and helping them grow this year!
Erica Melton

Lead Teacher in the Koalas

I am originally from Eastern North Carolina but have lived in Chatham County for the last 7 years.  My husband, Adam and I have 3 children, 2 boys and 1 girl. Two of which attended Pittsboro Baptist Preschool.  Previous to this experience, I taught Sunday School for 13 plus years and taught PreK in the public school system.  I look forward to helping your child grow educationally and in their relationship with our Lord and Savior!
Rene Long

Lead Teacher in the Bumblebees

Hi! I’m Mrs.Rene. I have been a preschool teacher for 38 years. My husband and I have 2 adult sons,1 granddaughter. I also have a miniature goldendoodle named Bogey. When I am not in the classroom, I enjoy long walks and trips to the beach.
 Allison Morris

Assistant Teacher in the Bears

Hello, my name is Allison.  I will be working in the two-year-old class.  I live here in Pittsboro with my husband and two children. We live on a farm with chickens and goats.  I enjoy doing arts and crafts and can’t wait to take my skills to the classroom.  I am excited to be a part of the Preschool family here at Pittsboro Baptist Church.
Allison Oakley

Lead Teacher in the Chickens

My name is Allison Oakley. I graduated from North Carolina State University with a major in Agriculture Education and a minor in Animal Science. I was raised on our family farm and grew up working in the tobacco field, in the meat market, and showing cattle. I also grew up doing competitive gymnastics for twelve years along with coaching gymnastics for the past eight years. My husband Ben and I have recently moved to Chatham County.
Stefanie Olinger

Assistant Teacher in the Turtles

Hey all! I hail from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania but have been in NC since 2005. I now call Moncure home, where I live with my husband and three children. I absolutely love reading and my favorite kid’s books are The Little Critter series by Mercer Mayer. I previously worked in the veterinary field before becoming a stay-at-home mom. My son graduated from the Penguins class, and I absolutely loved our experience with Pittsboro Baptist Preschool. I am so thankful to be a part of this preschool and feel so blessed that God has led me here.
Corey Peery

Assistant Teacher in the Penguins – (MWF)
Jenn Polick

Assistant Teacher in the Bumblebees (MWF)

Hello! I am Jenn Polick. I recently graduated from high school and have moved from my home in California to North Carolina for college. With God as my foundation, I am eager to embark on this new adventure and look forward to seeing how He utilizes the talents He has bestowed upon me to be a representative of Christ. Each day, I strive to live my life in a manner that best reflects the love of God to everyone I encounter. Once again, I am thrilled about what lies ahead!
Tricia Hathcock

Lead Teacher in the Bears
Natalie Simpson

Assistant Teacher in the Bumblebees – (T/Th)

I joined the Pittsboro Baptist Preschool family after working in the marketing and communications field for nearly 20 years. I am a Chatham County native, growing up just down the road in Siler City, and my husband and I moved back to the Pittsboro area nearly 10 years ago to raise our family. We have three children – two sons and a daughter. We spend much of our time at sporting events for our boys (mostly baseball!) and try to squeeze in trips to the lake and beach when we can, because the water is our happy place! I am very excited and thankful for the path God has led me down to work at PBP. This preschool and it’s amazing teachers have been a blessing to my daughter and family, and I hope to be the same for the children I have the opportunity to work with this year!
Patricia Teutle

Assistant Teacher in the Pandas 
Rose Way
Assistant Teacher in the Chickens
Hello! My name is Rose Way.  I have worked in child care for a little over 20 years.  I genuinely enjoy working with children.  I enjoy nurturing and caring for them.  I believe each child is unique and different in their own way.  A little more about me is that I am married to my husband Scott, and I enjoy going to the beach, walking, spending time with my mom and animals, and being a part of activities in my church.  I can not wait to meet you and your child this school year.

 

About Us February 1, 2017