Our Staff

MEET THE PEANUTS AT ST. GREGORY'S STAFF


Miss Anne

Co-Director of Peanuts at St. Gregory's

Hi, I'm Miss Anne! I have my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Sociology. I am married to my husband Ron and have two children Franny & Frankie. I also have a rescue dog, Roxie and Grandpup Mazie who I love and both have tons of energy! I love reading, camping, hiking, and bike riding!

Miss Sandy

Co-Director of Peanuts at St. Gregory's

Hello, I'm Miss Sandy! I have my Master's Degree in Early Childhood. I am married to Drew, a newly retired teacher from Mineola, and I have two grown children, Sam & Dylan. I love spending time upstate and I love making things! I also enjoy our two crazy rescue dogs!


Miss Bernadette

        Teacher: Two Year Old MWF AM, MW PM Program             Goodnight Moon Room

I have been with Peanuts since the beginning, teaching the 2 year olds. I'm married with 2 adult children and have our 1st grandchild, Gio!  We can't wait to get back to traveling again, but for now we are enjoying our "Staycations" and watching sports

Miss Doreen

Teacher Assistant: Two Year Old MWF AM, MW PM Program Goodnight Moon Room

I am happily married to my husband Larry & we have 3 children Courtney, Kelly & Tommy. I've run the Plainedge Bobcats cheerleading program for over 20 years & love working with children. Besides Peanuts @ St Gregory's my other home away from home is Tobay Beach.

Miss Ellen

    Teacher: Two Year Old T,TH Day Am/PM Program                                                                        Goodnight Moon Room

I have lived in Massapequa for 43 years. I worked at Presbyterian Community Nursery School for 18 years. I left to take care of my grandchildren. This is my 2nd year at Peanuts and I am very excited to have the opportunity to work for Miss Anne and Miss Sandy (my cousin) at Peanuts at St. Gregory's. I look forward to a fun year watching your little ones learn and grow!

Miss Christina

Teacher Assistant : Two Year Old T,TH Day Am/PM Program 

 Goodnight Moon Room

I have lived on Long Island with my husband for 14 years after growing up in NJ. I have a degree in speech pathology; however, I decided to follow my passion and taught myself photography. I have 3 children (12, 10,and 8) who are all Peanuts graduates, so I am excited to be a part of the team. I love being outdoors enjoying nature as much as possible.

Miss Sharon 

                   Teacher: Three Year Old 3 Day                                              AM/PM Program                              Ocean Room

I have lived in Massapequa Park with my husband, two boys and my two dogs. My family and I enjoy the outdoors, especially fishing and spending time at the beach. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and continued on to study Early Childhood Education. After several years of teaching in Intermediate School, I took some time off to raise my family. Both of my children attended Peanuts, and I loved the program so much that I decided to join them.

Miss Jean

                 Teacher's Assistant: Three Year Old                                                       3 Day AM Program                                Ocean Room

My husband Jimmy and I live in Farmingdale with our 3 children Sage, Dallas and Chance. I've been working at Peanuts for over 15 years and our children are all Peanuts graduates!  I'm really looking forward to getting to know all your little peanuts and having a great year at our new location! 

Miss Lauren

              Teacher's Assistant: Three Year                                 Old  3 Day PM Program                         Ocean Room

Hi my name is Miss Lauren. I attended college in Charleston. South Carolina and have my Masters Degree in special education. I love to travel, go to the beach, and hike with my dog. This will be my second year at Peanuts and I am very excited for another fun school year!

Miss Charina

          Teacher: Three Year Old 2 Day AM/PM Program  

 Ocean Room

Hi my name is Miss Charina and I will be starting my 16th year. I am happy to be returning to my Peanuts Family and your little ones. My husband and I have been residents of Farmingdale for the past 33 years and have raised 4 beautiful children. Aside from crafting, my greatest joy is spending time with my grandson and new granddaughter!  I am looking forward to making this coming school  year a safe, fun, and memorable experience for our Ocean Room Peanuts!

Miss Fran

Teacher Assistant: Three Year Old 2 Day AM/PM Program     Ocean Room

Hi I'm Miss Fran and this is my first year at Peanuts. I worked at Presbyterian Community Nursery School for 16 years and am very excited to join the Peanuts family. I have lived in North Massapequa for 38 years with my husband Ron. I have 3 children and 3 grandchildren that I love spending time with and I am looking forward to a great year in the Ocean Room with your little ones.

Miss Maria

     Teacher: Four Year Old 5 Day AM/PM Program 

   Jungle Room

My name is Ms. Maria. I have a degree in Elementary Education from Hunter College. I have been with Peanuts for 19 years and teach the Pre-k program . I enjoy traveling, being at beach, and cooking. Looking forward to an exciting and safe year.


Miss Michele

Teacher's Assistant: Four Year Old 5 Day AM/PM Program
 Jungle Room

Hi I'm Miss Michele and this is my 5th year at Peanuts. I'm married and I have 3 kids and a Chocolate Lab. I am an at home Baker and in my spare time I like to do crafts and watch tv. I am a summer girl. I love the beach, I love to go swimming and go out on our boat.