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Pond Hill Preschool
Our Staff
Our staff is made up of creative, educated, wonderful people with a passion for teaching!
Management Team
Ms. Tricia
Director/Owner
My goal is to create an environment that enables children to discover and explore, nurture the desire to learn, allow them opportunities to succeed, and provide encouragement to take pride in their accomplishments. My responsibility is to teach children to respect themselves, others, the community and learn skills that will prepare them for the future.
Mr. Damon
CFO
Teacher Certified
Miss Katy
Assistant Director
Miss Katy received her education through Clark University, obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in adolescent psychology and musicology. Miss Katy continued her education at PennFoster and Northern Essex Community College. Miss Katy has been teaching since 2017 and has been with us at Pond Hill since 2021. When Miss Katy is not at school, you can find her reading, crocheting, painting, or making all sorts of artwork!
Blue Room
Miss Ikram
Teacher
Miss Ikram received her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education through Northern Essex Community College. She is continuing her education at Salem State University to get her bachelors. Miss Ikram started her teaching journey here at Pond Hill and has been with us since 2024. Her favorite part of teaching is getting to know each of the children and forming a bond with them through play. She also loves seeing their special moments when they hit a new milestone or learn a new word. When she is not teaching, you can find Miss Ikram baking, enjoying TV shows, making art, or reading.
Miss Haley
Teacher
Miss Haley is currently working towards her degree at Northern Essex Community College in Early Education. Miss Haley started her teaching journey at Pond Hill and has been with us since 2024. Miss Haley’s favorite part of teaching is watching the children grow and seeing how happy they are when they learn something new. When Miss Haley is not at school teaching, you can find her spending time with her friends, walking on the beach, and shopping.
Miss Lisa
Teacher
Miss Lisa received her education through Saint Joseph’s College of Maine and majored in elementary education. Miss Lisa started her teaching journey at Pond Hill and has been with us since 2022. Miss Lisa’s favorite part of teaching is creating a special bond with each student and being there for them throughout their experience at school. When Miss Lisa is not at school teaching, you can find her spending time with her children enjoying hockey, skiing, and fishing.
Peach Room
Miss Elaina
Teacher
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Miss Elaina received her Bachelors degree from Salem State and her Masters from American International College. Miss Elaina has been teaching since 1995 and has been at Pond Hill since Spring of 2025. Miss Elaina’s favorite part of teaching is watching the children learn, grow, and progress with a big smile on their faces. When she is not at school teaching, she can be found spending time at the beach and walking her dogs.​
Miss Emma
Teacher
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Miss Emma received her education through Whittier Tech High School and Cambridge College. Miss Emma has been teaching since 2019 and has been with us at Pond Hill since the summer of 2025. Miss Emma’s favorite part of teaching is watching young minds grow, develop, and fall in love with learning. When she is not teaching, she can be found babysitting her furry nephew, Frodo, spending time with her sisters, and adventuring outside. ​
Green Room
Miss Pam
Lead Teacher
Assistant Director
Miss Pam received her education through Bay State College. Miss Pam has been teaching for over 30 years and has been with us at Pond Hill since 2020. Miss Pam’s favorite part of teaching is helping new children assimilate and become comfortable in the classroom. Miss Pam is an expert potty trainer! When Miss Pam is not at school teaching, you can find her on many adventures in the White Mountains including hiking, camping, snowmobiling, and 4-wheeling!
Miss Chloe
Teacher
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Miss Chloe received her education through Costal Carolina University studying Early Childhood Education. Miss Chloe has been at Pond Hill since May of 2025. Miss Chloe’s favorite part of teaching is watching the children learn and grow. When Miss Chloe is not at school teaching, you can find her at the beach, reading, or watching hockey.
Miss Chelsea
Assistant
Miss Chelsea received her education through Northern Essex Community College and is working on her Associates in Elementary Education. Miss Chelsea started her teaching journey with us at Pond Hill and has been here since the summer of 2025. Miss Chelsea’s favorite part of teaching is watching the children grow, gain confidence, and learn new skills in a safe and supportive classroom. When she is not at school, she can be found reading a book while cuddled up with her cat, as well as spending time with family and friends.
Yellow Room
Miss Ally
Teacher
Miss Ally received her education through Worcester State University. Miss Ally has been teaching since 2009 and has been with us at Pond Hill since 2023. Miss Ally’s favorite part of teaching is watching the children grow, change, and hit milestones each day. When Miss Ally is not at school teaching, you can find her spending time with friends and family or with a good book!
Miss Kiana
Teacher
Miss Kiana is receiving her education through Northshore Community College, working towards her Associates and Bachelors Degree. Miss Kiana started teaching in 2019 and started with us at Pond Hill in September of 2026. Miss Kiana’s favorite part of teaching is watching the children grow throughout the school year and being able to create a safe and welcoming space that the children want to work in. When Miss Kiana is not at school teaching, you can find her creating memories with family and friends, trying new things, and creating new hobbies.
Miss Erin
Teacher
Miss Erin received her education through PennFoster. Miss Erin started her teaching journey at Pond Hill and has been here since 2022. Miss Erin’s favorite part of teaching is watching the children learn, change, and grow as they are each special and unique. When Miss Erin is not at school teaching, you can find her at her son’s baseball games, shopping with her daughter, or enjoying the outdoors.
Light Green Room
Miss Lindsey
Teacher
Miss Lindsey received her education through University of the West of England and the College of Marin. Miss Lindsey has been teaching for over 20 years and has been with us at Pond Hill since 2023. Miss Lindsey’s favorite part of teaching is connecting with each child individually and discovering what it is that makes them feel safe, happy, and confident. When Miss Lindsey is not at school teaching you can find her with her husband and dog outdoors exploring New England or in her sun room relaxing with a book.
Miss Becky
Teacher
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Miss Becky received her education at American International College. Miss Becky has been teaching since 2006 and has been with us at Pond Hill since July of 2026. Miss Becky’s favorite part of teaching is watching every child grow and learn. She loves seeing their excitement when they learn or try something new. When Miss Becky is not at school teaching you can find here anywhere outdoors! She loves camping, hiking, the beach, and gardening.
Teal Room
Miss Emily
Lead Preschool Teacher
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Miss Emily received her education through Salem State University where she majored in education. Miss Emily has been teaching for over 25 years and has been with us at Pond Hill since 2021. Miss Emily’s favorite part of teaching is seeing the children learn something new each day, especially when it is something they have struggled with. When Miss Emily is not at school teaching, you can find her playing pickleball, golfing, or bowling.
Miss Alyssa
Teacher
Miss Alyssa received her education through Salem State University studying Early Education. Miss Alyssa’s favorite part of teaching is music and movement time. She enjoys how the music brings the children together to dance and play. When Miss Alyssa is not at school teaching you can find her dancing, drawing, and spending time with friends and family!
Teachers
Miss Sofia
Teacher
Miss Sofia received her education at Nichols College with a Bachelor’s Degree in English and a minor in Gender/Diversity studies. Miss Sofia has been teaching since 2018 and has been with Pond Hill since 2021. Miss Sofia’s favorite part of teaching is reading stories, learning alongside the children, and working on social skills and manners. When Miss Sofia is not at school you can find her working on her plants and garden or packing the car for a road trip up North.
Mr. Jared
Teacher
Mr. Jared joined the Marines after graduating high school and was enlisted for 4 years. During his time in the Marines, he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Southern New Hampshire University.
Teacher Assistants
Miss Lexi
High School Assistant
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Miss Lexi is currently a student at Amesbury High School. She started her teaching journey at Pond Hill in November of 2025. Miss Lexi’s favorite part of teaching is playing with and teaching the children. When Miss Lexi is not at school teaching, you can find her at school or at her lake house.
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