The Teachers and Staff That Make The Preschool Place & Kindergarten The Place for Your Children
We are very proud of our outstanding team of director, teachers, assistants and office staff here at The Preschool Place & Kindergarten. Director, Melissa Reilley-Grecco, has a passion for early childhood education. After graduating from William Paterson University, Mrs. Grecco taught kindergarten for 18 years before transitioning to an administrative role in hopes that she could share her passion and support more students, families and educators as a director.
Each classroom teacher is certified in early childhood education and many teachers hold a Masters of Education. Our teachers are experienced early childhood educators and have over 200 years of combined classroom experience. The majority of our teaching staff have come to us after having had their own children go through our program. As educators and parents they were so impressed with what their children did here that they too wanted to be part of our team.
What we do not only includes educating your children, but educating ourselves. Our staff actively keeps up with the latest research in early childhood education, and attends professional development programs, all with the goal of giving your children the quality education they deserve in their early years. In addition our staff maintains current certifications in both CPR and First Aid.
Appointed: 2021 Education/Experience: Lani graduated from Ashworth College with a A.S. in Early Childhood Education. She has been teaching in Early Childhood Education for over 14 years. Fun Facts: Lani is the mother of 2 grown sons and loves family time. She loves to sew and quilt in her spare time.
Appointed: 2023Education/Experience: BS in Psychology from the University of North Georgia; MBA from Georgia State University. She has over 10 years of experience in marketing and non-profit fundraising.Fun Fact: Susan enjoys photography, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Appointed: 2023 Education/Experience: Rachel has a BA in history and psychology from Tulane University, and Ed.M. in Social Studies Education from Rutgers University and holds certifications for NJ Teacher of Social Studies (K-12) and NJ Teacher of Psychology (K-12). She taught at Jefferson Township High School and at Northern Highlands Regional High School as well…
Appointed: 2016 Education/Experience: BA Rutgers College. She has been a substitute teacher assistant at The Preschool Place and Kindergarten for several years. Fun Facts: Both of her children attended the Preschool Place and Kindergarten. Kim loves to read, exercise, and spend time with her family.
