Teachers & Staff
Julie Smith
Mrs. Smith brings with her over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, having grown through the roles of teacher, administrator, principal, and most recently serving as the Director of an Early Childhood Center. Her career is a testament to her dedication, leadership, and passion for creating nurturing, engaging learning environments for young children. Mrs. Smith is especially passionate about the social emotional development of children and literacy development in young learners.
Ms. Tamara Cobb
Mrs. Tamara Cobb has been affiliated with Primrose Schools for over a decade. She started as a teacher at a Primrose School in Colorado. After moving “back home” to Oklahoma, she joined Primrose School of South Tulsa as a part-time support teacher. Soon after, Ms. Cobb joined the leadership team as assistant Head of School for one year before taking a brief hiatus to stay home with her family. During her hiatus she continued to serve as a substitute teacher and assist the school with special events. When Primrose School of Midtown Tulsa opened it’s doors in March of 2024, Ms. Cobb felt ready to come back full time and joined again as Assistant Head of School. Ms. Cobb can be found at the front desk, greeting all teachers and families daily!
Ms. Lori Carden
Ms. Lori Carden joined Primrose School of South Tulsa as an early preschool teacher. She soon transitioned to a PreK teacher and then was promoted to Education Coach. Ms. Carden jumped at the opportunity to support Primrose School of Midtown Tulsa through opening and onboarding a new staff. Ms. Carden brings many years of experience to her role, both in classroom and leadership roles. In her role as Education Coach, Ms. Carden can be found supporting classroom teachers with curriculum, classroom management, and student assessments.
Ms. Christina Cottom
Ms. Christina Cottom joined Primrose School of South Tulsa in 2017 during it’s first year of operation. Ms. Cottom spent several years in the classroom before being promoted to Assistant Head of School. After working in that role, Ms. Cottom was again promoted to Administrative Manager. In this role, Ms. Cottom supports both Primrose School of South Tulsa and Primrose School of Midtown Tulsa with items such as: enrollment, billing, classroom ordering and inventory, employee benefits, and technology.
Ms. Brityn Wright
Ms. Aubrey Woods
Ms. Haley Smith
Ms. Kyleigh Sogn
Ms. Erin Horton
Ms. Baylie "C" Constantino
Ms. Angela Frazier
Ms. Emilee Roach
Ms. Laurel Larsen
Ms. Kaylenn Davis
Ms. Harlie Atwood
Ms. Peyton Rudd
Ms. Beanca Burress
Ms. Regina Ullery
Ms. Autumn Rumery
Ms. Riley Valdez
Ms. Chloe Radcliff
Ms. Nai "B" Brown
Ms. Mai Vue
Ms. Maria Lugo
Ms. America Nichols
Ms. Julia Thomas
Ms. Alexis Moore
Ms. Cami McLaughlin
Ms. Makinzi Jones
Ms. Taryn Foxx
Ms. Nora Kummer
Ms. Kileigh Williamson
Ms. Tamika Bennett
Ms. Tiffani Klein
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Kelli Miller
I am an Oklahoma native, a Broken Arrow high school graduate and a proud University of Oklahoma alumni. After living all over the country, I returned to Oklahoma in 2017 to make my dream of owning a Primrose school a reality. I believe that every community should have access to premier early education options that are dedicated to the belief that who children become is as important as what they know.
When I was expecting our first child, I was on a never-ending quest for quality child care in our community. I came home in tears because I did not find people I could trust to keep my child safe when I went to work. Working parents should not have to worry about their children while they are pursuing their professional ambitions.
When my husband and I moved to Franklin, Tennessee, in 2011, we went through the process of searching for child care for our daughter all over again. The first school we visited was a Primrose school, and we immediately knew we found what we had been looking for. We were impressed by the thoughtful curriculum and impressive character-building focus of the Balanced Learning® approach.
My sister, who lives in the Tulsa area, was looking for childcare and had similar trouble. When she had the opportunity to visit the Primrose school my daughter was attending, she fell in love with it and said Tulsa needed a Primrose too. This conversation started us down the road of returning to Oklahoma to provide a Primrose school where children can grow in curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion. Our youngest child had the privilege of attending our first Primrose School – starting in the infant room and graduating from the PreK program. He is now flourishing in elementary school, both academically and socially.
Owning my own business has always been a dream of mine. Our family is proud of the great community we’ve seen develop at Primrose School of South Tulsa and at Primrose School of Midtown Tulsa. We’re committed to continuing to build a brighter future for all children, starting with the ones in Tulsa.
Kelli Miller
I am an Oklahoma native, a Broken Arrow high school graduate and a proud University of Oklahoma alumni. After living all over the country, I returned to Oklahoma in 2017 to make my dream of owning a Primrose school a reality. I believe that every community should have access to premier early education options that are dedicated to the belief that who children become is as important as what they know.
When I was expecting our first child, I was on a never-ending quest for quality child care in our community. I came home in tears because I did not find people I could trust to keep my child safe when I went to work. Working parents should not have to worry about their children while they are pursuing their professional ambitions.
When my husband and I moved to Franklin, Tennessee, in 2011, we went through the process of searching for child care for our daughter all over again. The first school we visited was a Primrose school, and we immediately knew we found what we had been looking for. We were impressed by the thoughtful curriculum and impressive character-building focus of the Balanced Learning® approach.
My sister, who lives in the Tulsa area, was looking for childcare and had similar trouble. When she had the opportunity to visit the Primrose school my daughter was attending, she fell in love with it and said Tulsa needed a Primrose too. This conversation started us down the road of returning to Oklahoma to provide a Primrose school where children can grow in curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion. Our youngest child had the privilege of attending our first Primrose School – starting in the infant room and graduating from the PreK program. He is now flourishing in elementary school, both academically and socially.
Owning my own business has always been a dream of mine. Our family is proud of the great community we’ve seen develop at Primrose School of South Tulsa and at Primrose School of Midtown Tulsa. We’re committed to continuing to build a brighter future for all children, starting with the ones in Tulsa.
