Our Early Preschool Classroom
Many 2-year-olds want to do everything by themselves. And why not? It’s their way of experimenting and learning to understand the world. Early Preschool teachers provide a safe, nurturing environment where your child can explore and stretch their talents to the fullest all while building self-confidence. Your child will have fun every day as they play and learn important academic skills, social skills and more.
Nurturing Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®
Health & Safety
Our school is committed to high standards of safety and cleanliness as we create a caring and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
- Requiring any children or staff with respiratory illness symptoms or fever to return home and stay home until fever free for at least 24 hours
- Frequent disinfecting and sanitizing of high-touch toys
- Frequent handwashing by children and staff, which is embedded in our curriculum and daily staff protocols
- Training teachers on common signs of illness in children, and placing signage in every classroom to keep signs of illness top of mind
- Daily laundering of crib sheets for infants; for older children, individual cots and blankets are provided for each child and laundered weekly
- Ensuring appropriate teacher-student classroom ratios
- Continuous health & safety training for our staff, including first aid and CPR certification
- Maintaining an up-to-date and customized Safe School Plan posted in all classrooms for easy teacher access
Our Early Preschool Classroom Teachers & Staff
Jocelyn Ortiz
I’m Ms. Jocelyn! I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I’m a big sister to 4 younger siblings. I really enjoy spending time with my family and planning activities for my siblings. I am currently in school finishing my bachelor’s degree. I look forward to watching your child grow and the new skills we will learn together each day!
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Child care experience: 5 years
Education Background: Pursuing my B.S. in Psychology
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love when they learn something new and the way their faces light up after.
Favorite children’s book: Cat in the Hat
In My Personal Time: I enjoy spending time with my family, my dogs and reading!
Ashley Primero
Let’s get to know each other.
I’m Ashley! I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I am attending WCC for an Associate of Applied Science. I am the second youngest of four kids. I am also an aunt to a beautiful two-year-old who attends Primrose currently! Some things I enjoy doing are painting, watching movies and shopping. I look forward to watching my class grow and getting to know your family!
Childcare experience: 2.5 years
Education Background: Currently Pursuing Associate of Applied Science at WCC
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I enjoy creating a special bond with each child and watching their growth!
Favorite children’s book: Pete the Cat: I love my White Shoes
In My Personal Time:I love going out with my family or having a dinner and movie night!
Alexa Lopez
Hi! I’m Ms. Alexa! I wanted to tell you a little about myself!
I have always loved working with kids! I have 3 sisters and 2 nieces, who I am always helping to care for! I can’t wait to learn more about your family and supporting your child’s learning and development!
Child care experience: 3 years
Education Background: High School Diploma
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them become their own person and being themselves!
Favorite children’s book: Pete the Cat: I love my White Shoes
In My Personal Time: I love to draw and watch movies!
Brittany Beernink
Hi I’m Britney! I wanted to tell you a little about myself!
I have lived here in Naperville with my husband, Riley and our three kids: James, Benjamin, and Hattie. After 15 years of staying home and raising my kids, I decided to take my passion of helping children from my home and school to here at Primrose! I am so happy to be apart of the Primrose family!
I cannot wait to learn more about you and your family!
Child care experience: 3 years of volunteering at my kid’s school
Education Background: College of Lake County
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: The daily change and growth in children is incredible! I also love all the laughing and giggles!
Favorite children’s book: Goodnight Moon
In My Personal Time: I love cooking with my kids, reading and going for walks. Anytime with my family is my favorite!
