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 120 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 our 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.

Olivia Brookbanks

Assistant Teacher in the Bumblebees (MWF)

Hello, my name is Olivia and I am excited to spend my days with such wonderful children here!  My husband, Matt and our daughter, Chloe and I relocated to Pittsboro from California in 2021.  We have 3 small dogs, who keep us very busy.  As a family, we love to hike around Jordan Lake and hunt for the best Mexican food in the triangle.  I feel so blessed to have landed in such a tight-knit community and to be part of the Pittsboro Baptist Preschool family.
Cooper Broome

Lead Teacher in the Pandas

My name is Cooper Broome & I’ve been married for almost 13 years. We’ve got 2 awesome kids, Dawson who is 9 and Journey who is 3. I work as a real estate agent for CENTURY 21 Southern Lifestyles here in Pittsboro and my husband works for Lee County. We moved to the area 4 years ago and have planted a church in Moncure, “The Pentecostals of Chatham.” When we aren’t busy with work & ministry, we love traveling, spending time on the lake, camping & sports. I feel blessed to be able to join the preschool and be a part of the growth your children will experience this year.

Kate Chambers
Assistant Teacher in the Flamingos

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.
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 here 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.
Marcie Mason

Assistant Teacher in the Bumblebees (MWF)

Originally from the Chicago suburbs, I went to Appalachian State University where I met my husband (who is from Chatham County) and have had roots in North Carolina ever since. I have a degree in graphic design and have two sons. I love the preschool ages – kids are full of wonder and imagination, and I look forward to a school year full of that and more in my classroom!

Melissa McGuinness

Lead Teacher in the Flamingos

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’ve been married to my husband James who I met at Clemson University (Go Tigers!) for 11 years 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, with two being involved in the Pittsboro Baptist Preschool program.  Previous to this experience, I had 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!

 

Maria Gabriella Michini (Gaby)

Lead Teacher in the Bears

Hello! My name is Maria Gabriella but everyone calls me Gaby. I am originally from Venezuela  and I moved to the United States in 2007. I live in Chapel Hill with my husband, our two kids, and our little dog Luna. I double majored in administration and accounting and I have been a stay at home mom with my kids for the past 12 years. I love preschool age children and I am excited to join this wonderful school.
Stefanie Olinger

Lead Teacher in the Llamas

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 kids 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 last year 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.
Joan Reardon

Assistant Teacher in the Penguins – (T/Th)

Hello, I’m Joan Reardon!  I am excited to be joining the staff at Pittsboro Baptist Preschool!  Since relocating to the Chapel Hill area several years, I have worked in area preschools, UNC Hospital PICU, and most recently as a Lead Teacher in a two year old class.  Prior to moving to North Carolina, I lived in Orlando, Florida  for 22 years raising my two children, working in Childcare, Healthcare and briefly in Children’s Ministries.  I am originally from Queens, NY, and currently live in the area with my husband Matt, and two rescued dachshunds!
Michelle Reel

Lead Teacher in the Bumblebees

Hi, my name is Michelle. I’m a wife and boy mom of 3. I have over 20 years of experience working with children. When I’m not loving on your kiddos at Pittsboro Baptist Preschool, you can find me reading, traveling or spending time with family and friends. Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6″
Jen Richards

Assistant Teacher in the Llamas

My husband, Wil, and I recently relocated to Pittsboro from the Atlanta area along with our two children, William (Flamingos class) and Mary (Ladybugs class), and our two loveable white labs, Wrigley and Riley. We already appreciate the beauty and calmness of the area and have been so glad to put the traffic and congestion behind us!! I truly feel that God has led us to PBP and am excited to be part of this community and to come to school every day with my kids!
Kelly Smith

Assistant Teacher in the Turtles
 

Ashley Stephens
Assistant Teacher in the Bears
Natalie Simpson

Assistant Teacher in the Pandas – (T/Th)

I am joining the Pittsboro Baptist Preschool team this year 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 boys ages 14 and 9, and a 2-year-old 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 as being near 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 its 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!
Cheryl Smith

Assistant Teacher in the Bumblebees – (T/Th)

My name is Cheryl Smith I have lived in Chatham County mostly all my life and I have a teenager. We have one dog and one cat with three legs.  We like to walk nature trails and give back to the community.  I am excited about working as a teacher assistant as we grow and learn thru each blessing.
Kate Smith

Assistant Teacher in the Penguins – (MWF)

I am so excited to be a part of Pittsboro Baptist Preschool this year! I am a North Carolina native and I live right here, in the heart of Pittsboro, with my husband and two children. My husband is originally from Pittsboro and I’m from Garner. My husband and I have been together for 6 years and we have a 5 year old daughter and an almost 4 year old son. I have a passion for the Lord and enjoy being a student of God’s Word. In my spare time, I love being active through working out, hiking or running. I am also an avid reader and I soak up quiet moments with canvas painting and playing piano. I can’t wait to get to know your child and help them grow this year! 
 Allison Morris

Assistant Teacher in the Ladybugs

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 join the Preschool family here at Pittsboro Baptist Church.
Rose Way

Assistant Teacher in the Pandas

Hello! My name is Rose Way.  I will be working in the one year old class.  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 have been married for 16 years to my husband Scott.  Things I enjoy doing outside of work include 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