Teachers & Staff
Mrs. Tiffany Jenkins
I am a proud graduate of The Ohio State University where I earned my Bachelors Degree in Psychology. We relocated to the Cornelius area from Ohio in 2010 to be closer to our family here. My husband Pete and I have two amazing daughters, Avery and Madison! I started here at Primrose of Cornelius in the fall of 2010 and have truly enjoyed watching all of the children at our school grow and develop. I look forward to getting to know our families and children each year
Hometown: Toledo, Ohio
Child care experience: 14 years
Education Background: B.A. Psychology-The Ohio State University; NC Administrator Level III Credentials; NCECC
Favorite food: Italian or Cheesecake
Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with my husband Pete and my two girls, Avery and Madison and our puppy, Winnie
Favorite children’s book: I Love You Through and Through
Primrose character I most relate to: Percy the Rooster
What I’m most excited about this school year: Having another amazing year and continuing to grow our Primrose Family!
Ms. Janet Simpson
I’m Ms. Janet. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I was born and raised in a suburb of Ohio. I moved to North Carolina and watched my four children grow into adults. I now have the pleasure of being a grandparent to my granddaughter and experiencing the joy of watching her grow. In my free time, I enjoy nature, traveling to new places and trying new things with my friends and family.
Child care experience: Joined Primrose of Cornelius on January 17, 2022 and 20+ years prior experience.
Education Background: AA in Early Education
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Witnessing the energy and joy the children have.
Favorite children’s book: Go Away Big Green Monster
In My Personal Time: Spending time with my friends and family.
Mrs. Cassie Watton
Hometown: Budd Lake, NJ
Child care experience:4+ years at Primrose
Education Background: I have a bachelor degree in Psychology with a concentration in child and adolescent development
Favorite food: Mexican
Favorite weekend activity: Taking trips & exploring different places
Favorite children’s book: The Missing Piece by Shell Silverstein
Primrose character I most relate to: Og, I love to read!
What I’m most excited about this school year: Helping children learn and grow.
Ms. Jasmine Stark
Hometown: Cornelius, NC
Child care experience:4 years
Education Background: NCEC Credentials
Favorite food: Chinese
Favorite weekend activity: Hanging out with my kids
Favorite children’s book: Love you forever
Primrose character I most relate to: Ally the Bunny
What I’m most excited about this school year: Being apart of your little ones first year
Ms. Hannah Brunck
Ms. Chasity Bost
Hometown: Davidson
Child care experience: Babysitting
Education Background: High School Diploma
Favorite food: Wings
Favorite weekend activity: Playing with my kid
Favorite children’s book: Any Dr. Sues books
Primrose character I most relate to: Katie the Cat
What I’m most excited about this school year: Leading and teaching kids!
Ms. Taylor Osipovitch
Child care experience: Joined Primrose of Cornelius on December 30, 2024 and prior experience working in a foster care facility
Education Background: Human Service Degree with adolescent focus
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Getting to know the kids and helping them grow
Favorite children’s book: The Giving Tree
In My Personal Time: I love to read and go hiking.
Ms. Haleigh Murray
Child care experience: Joined Primrose of Cornelius July 7, 2025
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Getting to know and forming a bond with each child.
Favorite children’s book: Anything Junie B Jones
In My Personal Time: I spend time with my siblings and cat
Mrs. Jessy Rogers
Child care experience: Joined Primrose of Cornelius July 28,2025 and I have one year prior experience
Education Background: High School Diploma
Favorite food: Steak
Favorite weekend activity: Boating
Favorite children’s book: Where the Sidewalk Ends
Primrose character I most relate to: Molly
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know the children.
Mrs. Holli Nash
Hometown: Cornelius, NC
Child care experience: 19 years
Education Background: Degree in Early Childhood Education
Favorite food: Cupcakes
Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with my husband and daughter.
Favorite children’s book:Balloonia by Audry Wood
Primrose character I most relate to: Katie
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know the children and families and watching them grow and learn.
Ms. Alyson Toker
Hometown: Orange County, NY
Child care experience: This is my first year.
Education Background: Rockland Community College
Favorite food: Wings
Favorite weekend activity: Going to different local festivals, spending time with my family and my dog.
Favorite children’s book: Amelia Bedelia
Primrose character I most relate to: Ally
What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting all the children and watching them discover new things.
Mrs. Connie Baker
Hometown: Illinois
Child care experience: 30+ years
Education Background: 2 years at McHenry County College
Favorite Food: Sushi and BBQ chicken on the grill
Favorite weekend activity: enjoying movies, riding bikes, reading, and swimming with my husband and our twins.
Favorite children’s book: The Otis the tractor series
Primrose character I most relate to: Billy the Duck and Og
What I’m most excited about this school year: Building new relationships with families
Mrs. Natalia Sobieka
Child care experience: Joined Primrose of Cornelius on June 30, 2025 with 5 years prior experience.
Education Background: Bachelor’s degree in Philology with Education
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Connecting with the families and helping their children grow
Favorite children’s book: Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
In My Personal Time: I love to read and be with my family, my hubby Milose and two lovely girls Amelia and Olivia
Mrs. Allison Fraleigh
Hometown: Hyde Park, NY
Child care experience: 16 years
Education Background:AA Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education
Favorite food: Mexican
Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with my family and daughter Emma
Favorite children’s book: Polar Express
Primrose character I most relate to: Og the Bookworm
What I’m most excited about this school year: Watching your child grow and have a great year!
Mrs. Katie McCraven
Child care experience: Joined Primrose of Cornelius September 15, 2025 and 2 years prior experience
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them grow and seeing their faces light up when they finally figure out something new.
Favorite children’s book: If Animals Kissed Goodnight by Ann Whitford Paul
In My Personal Time: I love spending time with my daughter and reading books.
Mrs. Jenica Gill
Child care experience: Joined Primrose of Cornelius on December 9, 2019 and 1 year prior experience
Education Background: Bachelors in Psychology
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Getting to see how much they grow.
Favorite children’s book: Room on the Broom
In My Personal Time: Reading and spending time with family
Ms. Ally Ruediger
Hometown: Patterson, New York
Child care experience: Nannying for 3 kids
Education Background: Bachelors in Sociology and Merchandising
Favorite food: Pizza
Favorite weekend activity: Hiking and Reading
Favorite children’s book: Tiki Tiki Tembo
Primrose character I most relate to: Libby
What I’m most excited about this school year: Learning about all the children
Ms. Jaclyn Coffey
I am so happy to be working with Primrose Schools! I am from Apache Junction Az. I also love Taylor Swift and reading.
Child care experience: Joined Primrose of Cornelius on May 13, 2024 and 2 year prior experience
Education Background: Working on my Early Childhood Degree
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Providing quality care to children and families.
Favorite children’s book: Oh, The Places You’ll Go
In My Personal Time: I love to read, swim and be with my family.
Mrs. Renee Grogan
Hometown: Ravenna, OH
Child care experience: Since 1999
Education Background: BA Child Development
Favorite food: Pasta
Favorite weekend activity: Going to my son Ryder’s baseball games
Favorite children’s book: I’ll Love You Forever
Primrose character I most relate to: Peanut the Pony
What I’m most excited about this school year: Watching my Kindergarten class grow and excel to get ready to start school.
Ms. Haylie Baker
Hometown: Riverside, CA
Child care experience: 2 ½ Years
Education Background: High School
Favorite food: Chicken Alfredo
Favorite weekend activity: Going on walks through town & cooking
Favorite children’s book: Junie B. Jones
Primrose character I most relate to: Molly the Cow
What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting all the children and watching them grown and learn new things.
Ms. Hayley Gruce
Hometown: Davidson, NC
Child care experience: 6 years
Education Background: Associates of Applied Science
Favorite food: Chocolate
Favorite weekend activity: Reading
Favorite children’s book: If you give a Cat a Cupcake
Primrose character I most relate to: Katie the Cat
What I’m most excited about this school year: Making lots of new friends.
Ms. Jeannine Crawford
Child care experience: Joined Primrose of Cornelius on August 8, 2024. I have previous experience working for Primrose from 2011-2013. I have worked with children for over 20 years.
Education Background: NCEC credential through Stanley College, NC
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: When I see their creativity come to life in all aspects of learning.
Favorite children’s book: Ferdinand the Bull
In My Personal Time: Live music, spending time with friends, drawing murals as well as painting in my spare time.
Ms. Destiny Grandinetti
Ms. Haley Arredondo
Ms. Beckah Dean
Hometown: Lincolnton, NC
Child care experience: 3 kids of my own.
Education Background: Some College
Favorite food: Seafood
Favorite weekend activity: Exploring new places and reading.
Favorite children’s book: There’s A Woket In My Pocket
Primrose character I most relate to: It’s a tie between Megy and Billy
What I’m most excited about this school year: Watching the kids learn and grow
Ms. Lasheena Gill
Hometown: Mooresville, NC
Child care experience:8years as a Sunday School Teacher
Education Background: Currently enrolled at UAGC
Favorite food: Mexican
Favorite weekend activity:Relaxing spending time with family.
Favorite children’s book: If You Give A Mouse A Cookie
Primrose character I most relate to:Kaite
What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting all my new friends and watching them grown and learn.
Franchise Owners
Fred and Cheryl Jenkins
Fred and Cheryl Jenkins are the owners and operators of Primrose School of Cornelius. The Jenkins relocated from Southern California in 2004 to Charlotte with their two golden retrievers. Fred was an executive with a financial firm and Cheryl had been an elementary school teacher for over seventeen years, with thirteen of those years in a kindergarten classroom. The Jenkins have four grown children – three sons and a daughter – and nine grand children! The Jenkins understand the importance and need of quality child care. As their own children struggled with finding an appropriate place for their grandchildren to attend, they decided that a quality child care/preschool was something that they could not only provide for their own children but for other parents as well. Primrose offered the chance for them to fulfill that dream.
Fred and Cheryl Jenkins
Fred and Cheryl Jenkins are the owners and operators of Primrose School of Cornelius. The Jenkins relocated from Southern California in 2004 to Charlotte with their two golden retrievers. Fred was an executive with a financial firm and Cheryl had been an elementary school teacher for over seventeen years, with thirteen of those years in a kindergarten classroom. The Jenkins have four grown children – three sons and a daughter – and nine grand children! The Jenkins understand the importance and need of quality child care. As their own children struggled with finding an appropriate place for their grandchildren to attend, they decided that a quality child care/preschool was something that they could not only provide for their own children but for other parents as well. Primrose offered the chance for them to fulfill that dream.
