Primrose School of Wexford

Our Staff

  • Ashley McBride, Director

    Ashley McBride

    Director

    Hello, my name is Ashley.

    I am so excited to be joining the Leadership Team, as the Director, at The Primrose School of Wexford. My background includes over 16 years of experience with Early Childhood Education.

    I attained a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education in 2005 from Slippery Rock University, with a minor in exceptionalities.

    My mission is to create a positive, welcoming, and nurturing environment in which children, families, and staff thrive. I truly enjoy guiding children during their first years of life and watching them meet various milestones along the way.

    During my spare time I enjoy spending time with my fur babies and my beautiful teenage daughter Isabelle. I am an alumnus of North Allegheny School District and I am proud to bring this high-quality option to the neighborhood.

    I am so excited to be part of The Primrose School of Wexford!

  • Kristie Vicinie, Education Coach

    Kristie Vicinie

    Education Coach

    Hello, my name is Kristie.

    I am excited to be joining the Leadership Team, as the Education Coach, at the Primrose School of Wexford. I have been working in the Early Education field since 2010.

     

    I attended Chatham University where I obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my husband, Tim, and my daughter, Elizabeth. I also enjoy cheering on the Pittsburgh Penguins and playing soccer. 

     

    As I enter the position of Education Coach, I aim to help provide the best possible education to the Primrose staff and children. I believe the first few years of a child's life are the most crucial to setting up a successful future. 

     

    I look forward to getting to know you and your family! 

  • Heather O'Leary, Assistant Director

    Heather O'Leary

    Assistant Director

    Hello, my name is Heather O'Leary

    I am so excited to be joining the Leadership Team, as the Assistant Director, at The Primrose School of Wexford. I have been working in the Early Education field since 2016.

    I have a certificate in Infants & Toddlers, and Child Care Special Education. I am currently a student at Carlow University to obtain my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Early Development and Learning.

    My goal at Primrose is to create an extraordinary experience for all families and staff from the moment they walk through our doors. My passion is to provide quality care and education to children in their first few years of life and ensure they feel comfortable and nurtured.

    In my spare time I enjoy live music, spending time with my daughter Paisley, and outdoor adventures such as camping. 

    I look forward to getting to know you and your family. 

  • Mr. Joel, Food Service Teacher

    Mr. Joel

    Food Service Teacher
  • Ms. Chantal, Infant 1 Teacher

    Ms. Chantal

    Infant 1 Teacher

    I’m Chantal. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Chantal

    Hometown: Hastingo, PA

    Childcare experience: I have over ten years experience working with children ages 5-14 in a special education setting. 

    Education Background: I have obtained my Special Education degree from Carlow University. 

    Favorite restaurant: Noodlehead, Condado Tacos, and Pamela's.

    Favorite weekend activity: Being outside, spending time with family, and sleeping in!

    Favorite children’s book: The Gruffalo

    Primrose character I most relate to: Og: I spend a lot of time caring for others, plus he's a bookworm!

  • Ms. Joni, Infant 2 Teacher

    Ms. Joni

    Infant 2 Teacher

    I’m Joni. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Joni

    Hometown: Ellwood City, PA

    Childcare experience: I have 3 years experience working with children.

    Favorite Food: Mexican

    Favorite weekend activity: Morning coffee with my mom

    Favorite children’s book: Goodnight Moon

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Peanut The Pony because if you are honest to yourself then other things will always turn out how they are supposed to.

  • Ms. Shelby, Infant 2 Teacher

    Ms. Shelby

    Infant 2 Teacher

    I’m Shelby. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Shelby

    Hometown: Mosgrove, PA

    Childcare experience: I have 7 year’s experience working with children in a daycare setting.

    Favorite Restaurant: The Villa

    Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with my family.

    Favorite children’s book: Green Eggs & Ham

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Og The Bookworm because of the love to read.

  • Ms. Madison, Toddler 1 Teacher

    Ms. Madison

    Toddler 1 Teacher

    I’m Madison. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Madison

    Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

    Childcare experience: I have three years experience working with children ages 2-4 in a childcare setting.

    Education Background: I have an associates degree in Occupational Therapy from CCAC

    Favorite restaurant: Texas Roadhouse

    Favorite weekend activity: Hanging out with my husband, son and dog.

    Favorite children’s book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear

  • Ms. Ashley G., Toddler 1 Teacher

    Ms. Ashley G.

    Toddler 1 Teacher

    I’m Ashley. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Ashley

    Hometown: New York, NY

    Childcare experience: I have seven years of experience working with children ages three to sixteen.

    Favorite Restaurant: Hibachi

    Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with family.

    Favorite children’s book: Green Eggs & Ham.

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Og the Bookworm because he teaches caring traits.

  • Ms. Keller, Toddler 2 Teacher

    Ms. Keller

    Toddler 2 Teacher

    I’m Keller. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Keller

    Hometown: Wexford, PA

    Educational Background: I have a degree in Criminal Justice from CCAC.

    Childcare experience: I have four years of experience working with children.

    Favorite Restaurant: All of them (Ms. Keller loves to eat)

    Favorite weekend activity: To spend time with my Fiancé and dogs.

    Favorite children’s book: Giraffes Can’t Dance.

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Mia the Mouse because we both love to work out.

  • Ms. Emalee, Toddler 2 Teacher

    Ms. Emalee

    Toddler 2 Teacher

    I’m Emalee. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Emalee

    Hometown: Beaver, PA

    Childcare experience: I have over a year of experience working with Infants and toddlers.

    Favorite Restaurant: Texas Road House

    Favorite weekend activity: Watching movies

    Favorite children’s book: I Love You to the Moon and Back.

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Molly the Cow for the respect of others.

  • Ms. Lexi, Early Preschool 1 Teacher

    Ms. Lexi

    Early Preschool 1 Teacher

    I’m Lexi. wanted to tell you a little about myself!

    Hometown: Sewickley, PA

    Childcare Experience: I have worked with children for over 14 years in childcare and private homes.

    Education Background: High School Diploma

    Favorite restaurant: Joe’s Crab Shack

    Favorite weekend activity: Video games and swimming.

    Favorite children’s book: Always remember the first of Octember

    Primrose character I most relate to: Benjamin the Bear, I am a very generous person.

    We are a box of crayons each of us unique, but when we get together the picture is complete.

  • Ms. Merissa, Early Preschool 1 Teacher

    Ms. Merissa

    Early Preschool 1 Teacher

    I’m Merissa. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Merissa

    Hometown: Butler, PA

    Childcare experience: I have almost 5 years experience working with children in an early education setting.

    Education Background: I have a degree in culinary from IUP Academy of Culinary Arts.

    Favorite Restaurant: Texas Roadhouse & Olive Garden.

    Favorite weekend activity: Riding horses or reading.

    Favorite children’s book: Dr. Seuss Green Eggs & Ham.

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Peanut the Pony because honesty is something I value.

  • Ms. Pallavi, Early Preschool 2 Teacher

    Ms. Pallavi

    Early Preschool 2 Teacher

    I’m Pallavi. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

     Name: Pallavi

    Hometown: Darwha, India

    Childcare experience: I have 3 years experience working with children in a daycare setting.

    Education Background: I have obtained a Bachelors of Art Degree from AMU.

    Favorite restaurant: Monte Cello’s & Olive Garden

    Favorite weekend activity: Long Drives, bike rides, and swimming.

    Favorite children’s book: The Pigeon Series & Brown Bear, Brown Bear.

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Og the Bookworm because of the love to read.

  • Ms. Angela, Preschool Pathways Teacher

    Ms. Angela

    Preschool Pathways Teacher

    I’m Angela. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Angela

    Hometown: Hopewell, PA

    Educational Background: I have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology & Child Development from Kaplan University.

    Childcare experience: I have over four years of experience working with children.

    Favorite Restaurant: Ichiban

    Favorite weekend activity: Shopping

    Favorite children’s book: Elephant & Piggie Series

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Katie because she believes in the power of cooperation we are better together.

  • Ms. Cierra, Preschool Pathways Teacher

    Ms. Cierra

    Preschool Pathways Teacher

    I’m Cierra. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Cierra 

    Hometown: Erie, PA

    Childcare experience: I am just beginning my career in childcare.

    Education Background: I graduated high school from Agora Cyber Charter School.

    Favorite restaurant: Fujiya

    Favorite weekend activity: Taking my dog to the dog park.

    Favorite children’s book: Love You Forever 

    Primrose character I most relate to: Billy the Duck because everyone needs someone to count on. 

  • Ms. Taylor, Preschool 1 Teacher

    Ms. Taylor

    Preschool 1 Teacher

    I’m Taylor. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Taylor

    Hometown: St. Clairsville, OH

    Childcare experience: I have 2 years experience working at daycares, summer camps, and schools with children ages 18 months to 17.

    Education Background: I have obtained my  Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Waynesburg University with a minor in Child Development and Psychology.

    Favorite restaurant: Panera or Starbucks

    Favorite weekend activity: Reading or spending time with family and friends.

    Favorite children’s book: The Giving Tree

    Primrose character I most relate to: Og the bookworm because I love to read.

  • Ms. Alicia, Preschool 2 Teacher

    Ms. Alicia

    Preschool 2 Teacher

    I’m Alicia. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Alicia

    Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

    Childcare experience: I have over 5 years of childcare experience, primarily as a one-one child therapist

    Education Background: I have a BA is Psychology from IUP.

    Favorite restaurant: Eddie V’s

    Favorite weekend activity: Hanging out with my grandma.

    Favorite children’s book: The Snowy Day by Erza Jack Keats

    Primrose character I most relate to: Molly the Cow, respecting others is important

  • Ms. Julie, Preschool 2 Teacher

    Ms. Julie

    Preschool 2 Teacher

    I’m Julie. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Julie

    Hometown: Meadville, PA

    Childcare experience: I have six years of experience working with Preschool children.

    Favorite Restaurant: Primanti’s

    Favorite Dessert: Nothing Bundt Cake

    Favorite weekend activity: Exploring new territories

    Favorite children’s book: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Og for the love to read!

  • Ms. Elizabeth, Pre-Kindergarten 1 Teacher

    Ms. Elizabeth

    Pre-Kindergarten 1 Teacher

    I’m Elizabeth. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Elizabeth

    Hometown: Clarksburgh, WV

    Childcare experience: I have experience working with children in a school setting.

    Education Background: I have a Fine Arts Degree from Fairmont State University & Arts Leadership and Cultural Management from Colorado State University.

    Favorite Food: Chinese Food

    Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with my dog, hiking, and painting.

    Favorite children’s book: Anything by Dr. Seuss

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Ally the Rabbit because I love veggies, gardening, and learning.

  • Ms. Jenna, Pre-Kindergarten 1 Teacher

    Ms. Jenna

    Pre-Kindergarten 1 Teacher
    Apple of Our Eye

    I’m Jenna. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Jenna

    Hometown: Ambridge, PA

    Childcare experience: I have two years of experience working with children in a childcare setting.

    Education Background: I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education from CCBC.

    Favorite Restaurant: El Paso Mexican Grill.

    Favorite weekend activity: Self-care and hiking.

    Favorite children’s book: Horton Hears a Who.

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Ally the Rabbit because I love veggies, gardening, and learning.

  • Ms. Sarah, Pre-Kindergarten 2 Teacher

    Ms. Sarah

    Pre-Kindergarten 2 Teacher

    I’m Sarah. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Sarah

    Hometown: Sewickley, PA

    Childcare experience: I have six years of experience working with children ages four to twelve.

    Educational Background: I have a BA in Political Science and Pre-Law Studies with specialization in developmental psychology from Seattle University.

    Favorite Restaurant: Cheesecake Factory & Patrons

    Favorite weekend activity: Hiking or anything outdoors.

    Favorite children’s book: Goodnight Moon

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Molly the Cow because you should always be kind.

  • Ms. Karla, Pre-Kindergarten 2 Teacher

    Ms. Karla

    Pre-Kindergarten 2 Teacher

    I’m Karla. I wanted to tell you a little about myself!

    Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

    Childcare experience: 7 Years of experience in Preschool and Kindergarten

    Education Background: Bachelor’s in Early Ed/Special Education

    Favorite weekend activity: Working outside in the yard

    Favorite children’s book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

    Primrose character I most relate to: Benjamin the Bear because I am also happiest when outdoors.

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting and getting to know each of the new smiling faces that will be joining Primrose.

  • Ms. Sabrina, Explorer Teacher

    Ms. Sabrina

    Explorer Teacher

    I’m Sabrina. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Sabrina

    Hometown: Butler, PA

    Childcare experience: I have 26 years experience in daycare and school settings.

    Education Background: I have an Associate Degree in Family and Childhood Studies from CCAC.

    Favorite restaurant: Olive Garden

    Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with family. 

    Favorite children’s book: I Love You Forever 

  • Ms. Esme, Toddler Support Teacher

    Ms. Esme

    Toddler Support Teacher

    I’m Esme. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Esme

    Hometown: Boston, MA

    Childcare experience: Intern at a children’s art center

    Education Background: Graduated from Quaker Valley High School

    Favorite restaurant: Park Brough

    Favorite weekend activity: Cuddling with my cat, Nigel

    Favorite children’s book: Charlotte’s Web

    Primrose character I most relate to: Og the bookworm, he’s different from the rest

  • Ms. Holly, Wonder & Venture Support Teacher

    Ms. Holly

    Wonder & Venture Support Teacher

    I’m Holly. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    “Children are likely to live up to what you believe of them.”

    I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

    Name: Holly

    Hometown: Canonsburgh, PA

    Childcare experience: I have over four years of experience working with children of all ages.

    Favorite Restaurant: Plaza Azteca.

    Favorite weekend activity: Shopping and working out.

    Favorite children’s book: I Am Enough by Grace Byers

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Peanut the Pony because it is important to be honest and stand up for what is right.

  • Ms. Riley, Seasonal Support Teacher

    Ms. Riley

    Seasonal Support Teacher

    I’m Riley. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Riley

    Hometown: Robinson, PA

    Educational Background: I have a degree in Early Childhood & Elementary Education from Ohio University.

    Childcare experience: I have two years of experience working with children.

    Favorite Restaurant: Burgatory.

    Favorite weekend activity: Shopping.

    Favorite children’s book: The Bad Seed.

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Mia the Mouse because being a good citizen is important for everyone.

  • Ms. Alaina, Seasonal Support Teacher

    Ms. Alaina

    Seasonal Support Teacher

    I’m Alaina. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

    Name: Alaina

    Hometown: Mars, PA

    Childcare experience: I have eight years of experience working with children of all ages.

    Educational Background: I am a senior at Penn State studying Elementary Education.

    Favorite Restaurant: Chipotle

    Favorite weekend activity: Walking my dogs.

    Favorite children’s book: Rainbow Fish

    Primrose Friend I most relate to and why: Billy the Duck because keeping promises is important.

  • Ms. Monica, Seasonal Infant Support Teacher

    Ms. Monica

    Seasonal Infant Support Teacher

    I’m Monica. I wanted to tell you a little about myself!

    Hometown: Cranberry Township, PA

    Childcare Experience: I have approximately 6 years of childcare experience in daycares, private homes and rehabilitation centers.

    Education Background: Public Health and OTA from Slippery Rock.

    Favorite weekend activity: Working out/exercise

    Favorite children’s book: The Cat in the Hat

    Primrose character I most relate to: Benjamin the Bear because of his generosity.

    Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.

  • Liz and Rob Meeder, Franchise Owner

    Liz and Rob Meeder

    Franchise Owners

    Welcome to the Primrose School of Wexford!

    We are Liz & Rob Meeder, the proud owners and operators of the Primrose School of Wexford!

    We have two amazing children, Ashley and Alex, students at Seneca Valley. Our Primrose journey began when our son was young, and at the time was having issues at his childcare center. We searched for another high-quality childcare option in the northern Pittsburgh area and were unable to find anything that fit exactly what we were looking for. That is when we realized parents in our area need more options for high-quality, safe, and enriching childcare.

    Full-time childcare for our children made such an enormous impact on our lives, and enabled Rob and I to both continue working. We also saw the significant benefits of early education in our kids as they started school. As I was searching for a career change of my own, I decided to bring a new childcare option to the area and began researched numerous options. When I came across Primrose Schools, I fell in love with the culture, the research informed curriculum and dedication to nurturing the entire child.

    Prior to opening our Primrose School, I was a CPA and Rob currently works in the medical device industry. We met at and attended Pennsylvania State University, and together enjoy playing tennis and riding bikes with our children.

    We are so excited to bring the second Primrose School to the Pittsburgh area! Who children become is as important as what they know is a belief that is at the core of our Balanced Learning® approach. Our exclusive early learning approach balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion. We deliver more than a curriculum; it is a life-changing early learning experience for children and their families.

    We are excited to meet you and your family!

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