Teachers & Staff

Ms. Stauffer
Hello, I am Mrs. Ms. Stauffer, and I am the Vice President of Operations for N&E Learning. I graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been in a leadership position with Primrose for the last fourteen years. I was previously an Education Coach, Assistant Director, School Director, Regional Director, and most recently, Executive Director for our schools. Before that, I was a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher and loved the Primrose philosophy. I now have my own little one who attends our schools.
My role supports the schools to ensure school excellence, compliance, training, and policy. I am so happy to begin a new Primrose journey as the Vice President of Operations.

Ms. Cameron
Hi, I’m Ms. Cameron and I am a Regional Director at Primrose. I’m excited to be part of the Primrose community and to support the children, families, and educators who make each school such a special place to learn and grow.
I bring nearly 20 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, including 18 years as a school leader. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Educational Counseling, and I am deeply passionate about early learning and the lasting impact it has on children’s lives. I truly believe that the early years lay the foundation for lifelong success, and I feel honored to play a role in shaping those experiences. Throughout my career, I have focused on building strong school cultures, supporting educators, and partnering with families to ensure children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. I lead with a collaborative, supportive approach and believe the best outcomes happen when we work together.
I am originally from New York and moved to Ohio in 2005. I am married to my husband, Ryan, and I have 3 sons, all grown now, as they like to remind me, along with 3 goldendoodle fur babies. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors, shopping, traveling and cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes. I’m proud to be part of Primrose, and look forward to continuing to support our schools as we maintain the high standards and exceptional care that Primrose is known for.

Ms. Brooks
Hello! My name is Ms. Brooks, and I am the Director of Primrose School of Marysville.
I hold an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education Administration, and a Master’s Degree in Psychology. With 25 years of experience in the childcare field, including 15 years in educational administration, I am passionate about creating a nurturing, engaging, and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. I believe that every child is unique and capable of achieving wonderful things when provided with the right guidance, encouragement, and opportunities. It is incredibly rewarding to watch our students develop their confidence, discover their interests, and grow into the best versions of themselves. Outside of school, I enjoy spending quality time with my friends and family, listening to music, and making memories with my Shichon, Mozart.
I am excited to be part of the Primrose School of Marysville community and look forward to partnering with our families as we support and celebrate each child’s journey!

Ms. Miller-Gray
Hello! My name is Ms. Miller-Gray, and I am the Education Coach at Primrose School of Marysville.
I earned an Associate Degree equivalent in Early Childhood Education from the University of Cincinnati and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, with a focus in Child Psychology, from The Ohio State University. With more than 12 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, I have had the privilege of supporting children and families in a variety of educational and developmental settings. My professional journey began at Apollo and most recently brought me to On Target ABA, where I further developed my passion for supporting children’s individual growth and development. I am passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences and building strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and educators. I believe that a collaborative partnership between school and family is essential in helping every child reach their fullest potential. Outside of school, I live in Zanesfield with my husband, son, and our pets—including our dog, cat, and gecko! In my free time, I enjoy relaxing with a good book and spending quality time with my family.
I am truly honored to be part of the Primrose School of Marysville team and look forward to getting to know and building lasting relationships with all of our wonderful Marysville families!

Ms. Miller
Hello! My name is Ms. Miller, and I am a Team Leadership Member at Primrose School of Marysville.
I have been working in the childcare field for seven years, including five years as a Pre-Kindergarten teacher. Throughout my experience in Early Childhood Education, I have developed a deep passion for child development and the meaningful impact educators have on a child’s early years. I believe the relationships, guidance, and experiences we provide help shape children’s confidence, character, and inner voice, laying the foundation for their future success and well-being. I am passionate about creating an environment where children feel safe, valued, supported, and encouraged to grow into healthy, confident individuals. I also believe that strong relationships with families and educators are an essential part of creating a positive and nurturing school community. Outside of Primrose, I enjoy spending time with my seven-year-old son. I also love reading, playing board games, and enjoying video games with friends.
I am incredibly excited for the opportunity to serve the children, families, and staff of Primrose School of Marysville. I look forward to fostering a community where everyone feels respected, understood, included, and cared for, and where each child has the opportunity to thrive.

Ms. Garrard
Hello! My name is Ms. Garrard and I am the Administrative Coordinator for the Primrose School of Marysville. I received my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education from Columbus State Community College; I also have my Pre-Kindergarten Associate Teacher License. I have been working in the Early Childhood Education field for the last 24 years. In that time, I have had the privilege of teaching preschool and working as an Assistant Director. Outside of Primrose, I love to go antique shopping, work on Do-It-Yourself projects and cuddle up with my husband and our dog, Maggie. I am very excited not only to be part of the Primrose family and management team, but to introduce Primrose Schools to the Marysville community where I grew up!

Ms. Tallman
Hello! My name is Ms. Tallman. I’ve been the Chef at the Primrose School of Marysville for almost 7 years. I received my Culinary Arts degree in 2009 and have been working in the food industry ever since. In my free time, I love to bake with my two sons and also enjoy coaching them in their team sports. My time at Primrose has been very fulfilling, I enjoy engaging with the children when I serve nutritious meals to their classrooms.

Ms. Cline
Hello! My name is Ms. Cline, and I am a teacher here at the Primrose School of Marysville. I grew up babysitting from a young age, was a nanny for families while in college, and had my own in-home day care business for many years. I enjoy working with children of all ages! Being able to care for children and help them grow is truly rewarding! I am so grateful to be a part of the Primrose Family here in Marysville. My husband and I have four children ranging in ages 14-19. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, gardening and traveling. I am excited to continue meeting all of the families and children here at Primrose!

Ms. Newberry
Hello! My name is Ms. Newberry and I am a Pre-K teacher here at Primrose. I have an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education and 3+ years’ experience in childcare. In my free time, you can find me hiking and enjoying the outdoors. I also love creating and looking at different pieces of art as well as diving into a good book! I am so thankful to have the opportunity to work at Primrose and cannot wait to get to know all of the wonderful families!

Ms. Meade
Hello! My name is Ms. Meade, and I am a Pre-K Teacher at Primrose School of Marysville. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and more than five years of experience working in early childhood education. My favorite part of teaching Pre-K is helping children grow in confidence as they discover new skills and learn something new every day. Watching their excitement and curiosity makes every day rewarding. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, as well as my Aussiedoodle, Cross. I am excited to be part of the Primrose family and look forward to building trusted relationships with each of our wonderful students and their families!

Ms. Cotterman
Hello! My name is Ms. Cotterman, and I am a Pre-K Teacher at Primrose School of Marysville. I have 9 years of experience co parenting children, one with special needs. My favorite part of teaching Pre-K is helping children build self-confidence from an early age to lay the foundation for strong, healthy minds. I am dedicated to creating a supportive, nurturing environment where every child feels empowered to learn, explore, and shine as their unique selves. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy coming home to my two chihuahuas Leo and Gemma and snuggling in with a good book. I am excited to be part of the Primrose family and nurture the minds of children.

Ms. Davis
Hello! My name is Ms. Davis, and I am a preschool teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I have 20 years of experience babysitting children of all ages. I enjoy teaching because I love to watch children grow and enjoy making an impact in their young life. In my free time, I love to draw and put together puzzles. What excites me most working here at Primrose is meeting all the new families and their children and being able to build trusted relationship with them.

Ms. Downing
Hello! My name is Ms. Downing, and I am a Preschool Teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I have experience with a wide variety of age groups ranging from preschool up to 12th grade. I’m also pursuing my Early Childhood Education degree starting this winter. In my free time, you can find me disc golfing, reading, or crocheting. Something that excites me most about working at Primrose is being back in a classroom and creating a fun learning environment. I’m excited to see everyone’s bright personalities shine and get to know you all!

Ms. Sutherly
Hello! My name is Ms. Sutherly, and I am a Preschool Teacher here at the Primrose School of Marysville. I received my Child Development Associates in 1999. I started my career 27 years ago, and throughout the years I’ve worked with children of all ages and abilities. I then went on to being an owner and operator of my own state licensed daycare for 10 years. I’ve always known teaching was my passion, even at an early age, setting up the classroom to teach my younger brother brought me a lot of fulfillment. I’m honored to spend my days here at Primrose, it’s truly a loving, caring environment. My greatest joys are seeing a student grow academically and become a leader in the classroom. In my spare time, I enjoy my home out in the country with my husband, our four children, and two dogs.

Ms. Heidenescher
Hello! My name is Ms. Heidenescher, and I am a support teacher here at the Primrose School of Marysville. I am currently pursuing my professional childcare certifications. I enjoy teaching and have 20 years of experience working with children from infant up to preschool age. In my free time, I enjoy being with my two boys and our cat, Miloh. I love taking walks and being outside in the sunshine! I am so excited to be on the Primrose team. I love working with young children and enjoy creating positive experiences where each child can feel confident and supported.

Ms. Armbruster
Hello! My name is Daisy Armbruster, and I am a Preschool Pathways teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I am nearing my 1 year working in childcare, having previously worked at the family YMCA in their Early Learning Center prior to Primrose! During my free time, I love to read, paint, and spend time with my friends and family. I love working with kids because they have such unique views on the world. Something that excites me working here at Primrose is getting to meet new families, and build fun and trusting relationships!

Ms. Barnett
Hello! My name is Ms. Barnett, and I am a Preschool Pathways Teacher at Primrose School of Marysville. Before joining Primrose, I worked with children at my church’s daycare center. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, fishing, and making memories with my family and friends. One of the things I love most about working at Primrose is getting to know each of my students and hearing their unique stories. I look forward to helping them learn, grow, and thrive each day!

Ms. Coe
Hello! My name is Ms. Coe, and I am one of the Early Preschool teachers at the Primrose School of Marysville. I have 5 years of experience working with children and have grown up babysitting, I truly have always had a passion for early childhood education. I went to Ohio Hi-Point Career Center for two years and have a certificate in early childhood education as well as a high school diploma. It brings me so much joy to be working here at Primrose! In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, watching new movies, or winding down with some coloring! I am always excited to meet the new families and continue getting to build positive connections with all my students.

Ms. Thomas
Hello! I am Ms. Thomas, and I am one of the Early Preschool Teachers at the Primrose School of Marysville. I attended Ashland University and have 7 years of experience teaching in early childhood education. My love for working with children comes from raising my own two boys that are growing up way too fast. Being able to care for children and help them grow is so rewarding. When I am not here at Primrose, you might find me at the library looking for my next book to read, or at the local hardware store starting another DIY home project. I am so excited to get to know all of you!

Ms. Lee
Hello! My name is Ms. Lee, and I am a Toddler Teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I have 3 years of experience working in childcare and grew up babysitting. I have always had a passion for helping children learn and grow. I love getting to build trusted relationships with both the children and their families. In my free time, I like to write and listen to music and explore new songs. I am so excited to build even more relationships during my time here at Primrose!

Ms. Fryman
Hello! My name is Ms. Fryman, and I have been an Older Infant teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville for the past 4 years. I love being able to play such a huge part in young children’s learning and development and find it very rewarding. Prior to working here at Primrose, I was an HR Professional for 35 years. Additionally, after retirement, I coordinated life enrichment activities for 5 years at a retirement facility. I very much enjoy being a part of the Primrose Marysville community!

Ms. Stice
Hello! My name is Ms. Stice, and I am an Older Infant teacher here at the Primrose School of Marysville. I love to connect with my community and I believe children are the heart of our community. In my free time, I have obtained my paralegal certification; I also enjoy walking/running, reading and thrifting! I am so excited to see my students grow and help them learn.

Ms. Loganand
Hello! My name is Ms. Loganand, and I an an Older Infant teacher at The Primrose School of Marysville. I am from India, but currently live in Marysville with my husband and two lovely sons. I have my Masters in Computer Application and enjoy listening to music and playing table tennis in my free time. I love working with the friendly parents and sweet teachers at Primrose Marysville. I am excited to work in an environment where I can teach, but am also given the opportunity to learn from each of my students.

Ms. Fazio
Hello! My name is Ms. Fazio, and I am a Middle Infant teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I have my CDA and more than two years working in the child care industry. I am the mother of two children and in my free time I enjoy hikes, walks and games with my family. I am excited to be part of the Primrose team and cannot wait to get to know each of the families while providing the best care possible.

Ms. Hoffman
Hello! My name is Ms. Hoffman, and I am a Middle Infant teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I graduated from Marysville STEM/ECHS and am currently studying Forensic Biology at Arizona State University online. I come from a large family with 2 youngers brothers and 17 younger cousins, all of whom I have helped care for; my childcare experience also includes volunteering at my church nursery and working as a summer camp counselor. As a self proclaimed artist, my hobbies include painting, sketching and crocheting. In my spare time I also enjoy archery and foraging in nature. Working at Primrose Marysville, I am excited for the opportunity to create a positive growth environment for the children in my care!

Ms. Covarrubias

Ms. McKenzie
Hello! My name is Ms. McKenzie, and I am a Young Infant Teacher at Primrose School of Marysville. Before joining the Primrose team, I spent three years working in the early childhood education field, where I developed a passion for helping young children learn and grow. My favorite part of working with infants is being able to make a positive impact on their growth and development during such an important stage of life. When I’m not at school, I enjoy traveling, watching Disney movies, and spending quality time with my family. I look forward to partnering with your family and helping your little one learn, grow, and thrive here at Primrose!

Ms. England
Hello! My name is Ms. England, and I am a Young Infant Teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I have my associates degree majoring in Human and Social Services and am currently working on receiving my Child Development Associate certificate with a focus on Infants and Toddlers. I have over 20 years of experience in childcare and have worked with children of all ages. I thoroughly enjoy working with children and love watching them grow every day. When I am not at work I love to travel, do crafts, and spend time outdoors. I look forward to working with you and your family here at Primrose!

Ms. Preston
Hello! My name is Ms. Preston, and I am a support teacher here at the Primrose School of Marysville. I have recently obtained my certificate in Early Childhood Education and am excite to help mold and nurture the minds of our future! In my free time, I enjoy reading, going to church with my family and spending time with my dog, niece and nephew. I am so excited to build trusted relationships with the students, families and staff at Primrose Marysville!

Ms. Warner
Hello! My name is Ms. Warner , and I am an Explorer teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I am originally from Dayton, but currently live in Marysville with my husband and two children. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Communications from THE Ohio State University. My experience in childcare ranges from Camp Counselor for Girl Scouts to Zookeeper in the Children’s Zoo at the Columbus Zoo. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, making jewelry and rock tumbling. I am happy to be part of this Primrose team and cannot wait to encourage my students to use their imagination through artistic expression!

Ms. Dawson
Hello! My name is Ms. Dawson, and I am a Teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I am originally from West Mansfield, OH but recently moved to Kenton, a small town 40 minutes north. I have a lot of siblings and cousins of different ages and have loved getting to see all of them learn and grow, which is what started my passion for childcare. I have 8 years of babysitting experience and in my free time you can find me shopping or binge-watching movies. I am so glad to be a part of this wonderful community and cannot wait to get to know all of the families that come through the toddler classroom!

Ms. Headings
Hello! My name is Ms. Headings and I am a teacher at The Primrose School of Marysville. I am a currently studying Early Childhood Education at Columbus State. In my spare time I enjoy working out, shopping and crafting. I’m excited to meet all of the awesome friends and families at Primrose Marysville, and to help them grow and learn!

Ms. Phillips
Hello! My name is Ms. Phillips, and I am a teacher at the Primrose School of Marysville. I have lived in Marysville, Ohio my whole life and have been part of the Primrose team since our school opened in 2018. My favorite part of teaching at Primrose is the joy I get from spending time with each and every child. My hobbies include bird watching and spending time with my family, which includes my husband of 32 years, our two children, one granddaughter and 3 cats. I am excited to continue building trusted relationships with the children and families at Primrose Marysville!

Ms. Taylor
Hello! My name is Ms. Taylor and I am a support staff teacher at The Primrose School of Marysville. I am currently studying Early Childhood Education at Ohio Hi-Point. I love working with children, being there for them when they reach new milestones and celebrating that accomplishment with them. In my free time I enjoy reading and listening to music. I am so excited to meet all of the families and their children here at Primrose!




