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Addison Proctor
Assistant Teacher/Researcher - Preschool
Addison has been working with children for over 7 years and has a passion for supporting their growth and development. -
Ashley Shea
Teacher/Researcher - Preschool
Ashley’s passion for teaching began as a substitute at a Head Start preschool program after high school. She has been with Voyagers’ for 7 years, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to her role. -
Grace Florentino
Assistant - Preschool
Grace Florentino is a Senior in High School, enrolled in the Early College Academy and the National Honor Society. -
Jennifer Brennan, M.Ed.
Teacher/Researcher – Preschool
Jenn embarked on her professional journey at Voyagers' in 2023, bringing with her a wealth of experience and education. -
Jessica Totaro
Director of Admissions
Jessica’s passion for education and mindfulness led her to join us as Director of Admissions in 2023. She helps families access quality education for their children. -
Kadi Cook, M.Ed.
Teacher/Researcher - Upper School
Kadi joined Voyagers’ in 2008, coming from a rich background in the arts. She integrates many teaching styles and draws from various teaching philosophies, with a strong focus on the Reggio Emilia philosophy and Constructivism. -
Karen Giuffre’, M.Ed.
Founder & CEO
Each day Karen is shifting and disrupting the education paradigm. She knows, “Education should nurture our most vital community asset – our children.” -
Larry Benner
Teacher/Researcher – Upper School
Having grown up on the Jersey Shore, Larry Benner was excited to move back to the area and weave his years of experience teaching into classrooms at Voyagers'. -
Lisa M. Adao, M.Ed
Director
Lisa is a dedicated educator with over fourteen years of experience in the field. She holds degrees in Early Childhood Education and Child Psychology, as well as a Master's in Education Administration from Kean University. -
Mary Pappagallo
Teacher/Researcher - Preschool
Mary is currently pursuing her nursing degree at Brookdale Community College and brings over seven years of experience in early childhood education. She has worked with children from infancy through elementary school across three institutions… -
Mina Miller
Assistant - Preschool
Mina Miller is a junior at Red Bank Regional High School, currently enrolled in the Early Childhood Education academy. -
Priscilla Nelson
Assistant - Preschool
Priscilla brings a deep passion for working with children to our preschool classroom, where she partners with Ashley to create a nurturing environment for the Preschoolers. With 5 years of experience in early childhood education… -
Sandy Miller
Administrator, Teacher/Researcher, & Reading Specialist
With a BA in Early Childhood Education from Kean College, Sandy Miller has been educating children for 25 years. She developed the Primary Program at A Child’s Place School, was Director of Education for… -
Stacey Shearer
Teacher/Researcher - Preschool
With over 15 years of experience in education, Stacey brings a wealth of expertise to the classroom. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and English from St. John's University, with a focus…