It's the people that make all the difference,
meet the Bethel Team!
OUR FACULTY
The 1 Year Old Team
Hailey Smith- Room 8 Lead Teacher
Hi everyone my name is Miss Hailey & I am 24 years young. I just recently became a mommy to my beautiful baby girl Oaklynn (: I have been working with kids for 5 years and have been at Bethel since 2022. I love to work with all age groups as working with each age has taught me the importance and difference of each milestone. I’m a very nurturing & understanding person which is why I’m passionate about my career. I look forward to meeting and getting to know everyone and working along side each parent to insure that their child is happy and safe (:
Hi everyone my name is Miss Hailey & I am 24 years young. I just recently became a mommy to my beautiful baby girl Oaklynn (: I have been working with kids for 5 years and have been at Bethel since 2022. I love to work with all age groups as working with each age has taught me the importance and difference of each milestone. I’m a very nurturing & understanding person which is why I’m passionate about my career. I look forward to meeting and getting to know everyone and working along side each parent to insure that their child is happy and safe (:
Siena Pollis - Room 8 Assistant Teacher
My name is Siena Pollis and I am from Hobe Sound. I am grateful to return to Bethel this year as a full-time assistant teacher after spending a few summers assisting. I have always enjoyed working with children. As a teen I returned to Hobe Sound Elementary as a volunteer and earned Volunteer of the year for the school. I also assisted in numerous summer camps for US Sailing Center of Martin County and the Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast.
After completing high school and my associates degree simultaneously in 2022 I was thrilled to receive my bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from the University of Central Florida this past spring. One of the highlights of my time at UCF was working with Canine Companions in assisting with puppy raising for future generations service dogs.
In my spare time I love spending time with my friends and family especially on days when we can take our boat to the sandbar with my dog.
I am looking forward to caring for and enriching your child’s day while they are here at Bethel!
Gamy Mares- Room 8 Assistant Teacher
Information coming soon:)
The 2 Year Old Team
Lauren Rogers - Room 3 Lead Teacher
Hi I'm Ms. Lauren, I've been at Bethel in January 2020, and have been a lead teacher since August 2021. I love working with our littlest angels and helping provide them with a loving, engaging classroom where they're safe to grow and explore. When I'm not in the classroom I'm enjoying spending my time with my husband and 2 sons, both of which have attended Bethel.
I am always looking for ways to learn and grow as a teacher in order to provide the children the best care I can. Since my start at Bethel I've earned my DCF 45 hour staff credential along with yearly continued education courses, including those focused on Safe Sleep and Early Literacy. I have also gained my Florida Child Care Professional Credential for ages birth through 5 years and hold a C.L.A.S.S certification in Infant, Toddler and Pre-Kindergarten ages and have a micro-credential in Emergent Literacy through the University of Florida. I was also able to utilize the T.E.A.C.H scholarship to go back to college to work towards my A.S in Early Childhood Education.
Being able to work with these children is an amazing blessing and I am so grateful that I get to spend time with them every day.
Hi I'm Ms. Lauren, I've been at Bethel in January 2020, and have been a lead teacher since August 2021. I love working with our littlest angels and helping provide them with a loving, engaging classroom where they're safe to grow and explore. When I'm not in the classroom I'm enjoying spending my time with my husband and 2 sons, both of which have attended Bethel.
I am always looking for ways to learn and grow as a teacher in order to provide the children the best care I can. Since my start at Bethel I've earned my DCF 45 hour staff credential along with yearly continued education courses, including those focused on Safe Sleep and Early Literacy. I have also gained my Florida Child Care Professional Credential for ages birth through 5 years and hold a C.L.A.S.S certification in Infant, Toddler and Pre-Kindergarten ages and have a micro-credential in Emergent Literacy through the University of Florida. I was also able to utilize the T.E.A.C.H scholarship to go back to college to work towards my A.S in Early Childhood Education.
Being able to work with these children is an amazing blessing and I am so grateful that I get to spend time with them every day.
Christie Shamber- Room 3 Assistant Teacher
Christie is a native of Hobe sound. She is a mother to two adult children . She will be a grandmother to her first grandchild soon. Christie has worked with young children since she was a teenager. Her hobbies include reading , baking and traveling!
Ava Gloor- Room 4 Lead Teacher
I’m Ava I'm from Hobe Sound and I graduated from South Fork High School in 2023. I am now in school
pursuing a career in elementary education. In my spare time, I enjoy going on the boat and spending time with
my dog Sunny. I started in aftercare and loved working with the children! This year I was promoted to the Lead Teacher
in Room 4 I look forward to helping with each child’s educational development.
Ava Gloor- Room 4 Lead Teacher
I’m Ava I'm from Hobe Sound and I graduated from South Fork High School in 2023. I am now in school
pursuing a career in elementary education. In my spare time, I enjoy going on the boat and spending time with
my dog Sunny. I started in aftercare and loved working with the children! This year I was promoted to the Lead Teacher
in Room 4 I look forward to helping with each child’s educational development.
Makhia Louis- Room 4 Assistant Teacher
Hi! I'm Miss Makhia:) I am from Stuart and graduated from Martin County High School in 2021. I am currently working towards
my Early Education degree from IRSC. I started at Bethel in 2021 and love watching all the kids learn and grow!
So excited to see the students growth each year.
The 3 Year Old Team
Kim Grubbs - Room 1 Lead Teacher
I am so happy to be back at Bethel Preschool teaching 3’s as Bethel has always held a special place in my heart. During my 19 years working at Bethel, I taught 3’s, Pre-K, and was the Preschool Director my last 6 years. I left Bethel in 2008 to work for the Martin County School District as the Citrus Grove Elementary Extended Day Manager and then Manager of the all twelve of the Districts Elementary Extended Day Programs.
I hold an AS degree in Early Childhood Education, an Advanced Level Preschool Director Credential, and I am certified to teach VPK.
I am married to my High School sweetheart and we have 2 grown children and 4 young grandsons, all of whom I love spending time with when I am not working.
I am so happy to be back at Bethel Preschool teaching 3’s as Bethel has always held a special place in my heart. During my 19 years working at Bethel, I taught 3’s, Pre-K, and was the Preschool Director my last 6 years. I left Bethel in 2008 to work for the Martin County School District as the Citrus Grove Elementary Extended Day Manager and then Manager of the all twelve of the Districts Elementary Extended Day Programs.
I hold an AS degree in Early Childhood Education, an Advanced Level Preschool Director Credential, and I am certified to teach VPK.
I am married to my High School sweetheart and we have 2 grown children and 4 young grandsons, all of whom I love spending time with when I am not working.
Emily Gonzalez - Room 1 Assistant Techer
Hi, my name is Emily Gonzalez, I started at Bethel in 2023 and I am so excited to meet and help teach your little ones. I love working with children and have worked in child care for 7 years. I have a Micro-Credential in Early Literacy from the University of Florida and hold a certification in CLASS Preschool ages.
I have two girls, Marley who is 8 years old and Sky who is 4 years old. Marley graduated from Bethel 4 years ago and Sky graduated last fall.
Ever since Marley went to school here I knew that one day I would love to join the staff at Bethel and bring even more love and support to our children.
Hi, my name is Emily Gonzalez, I started at Bethel in 2023 and I am so excited to meet and help teach your little ones. I love working with children and have worked in child care for 7 years. I have a Micro-Credential in Early Literacy from the University of Florida and hold a certification in CLASS Preschool ages.
I have two girls, Marley who is 8 years old and Sky who is 4 years old. Marley graduated from Bethel 4 years ago and Sky graduated last fall.
Ever since Marley went to school here I knew that one day I would love to join the staff at Bethel and bring even more love and support to our children.
Michaela Woodward- Room 2 Lead Teacher
Hello my name is Michaela Woodward, I started at Bethel in 2018 in aftercare while attending college and moved to teaching. I am actually a Bethel graduate myself so I love that I get to be apart of the same school I began my education!
I graduated from South Fork High School, and Obtained my Associates in psychology from Indian River State College! I have a C.L.A.S.S certification in Toddler and Pre-Kindergarten ages and a micro-credential in Emergent Literacy through the University of Florida.
I enjoy going to Disney and the beach on my free time and spending time with my family.
Having the opportunity to help each child grow both educationally and in faith is truly a blessing. I can not wait for another amazing year!
Hello my name is Michaela Woodward, I started at Bethel in 2018 in aftercare while attending college and moved to teaching. I am actually a Bethel graduate myself so I love that I get to be apart of the same school I began my education!
I graduated from South Fork High School, and Obtained my Associates in psychology from Indian River State College! I have a C.L.A.S.S certification in Toddler and Pre-Kindergarten ages and a micro-credential in Emergent Literacy through the University of Florida.
I enjoy going to Disney and the beach on my free time and spending time with my family.
Having the opportunity to help each child grow both educationally and in faith is truly a blessing. I can not wait for another amazing year!
Jeanine Muscarella- Room 2 Assistant Teacher
Hi my name is Jeanine, I have worked at Bethel since 2020. I am currently working on a health science degree at Indian River state college and I hope to attend nursing school next year to become a nurse practitioner. I am a graduate of South Fork High School . In my free time I love to go to the beach and read and bake. I have two younger sisters and I’m so excited to watch your kiddos learn and grow in this upcoming school year!
The VPK Team
Nancy Martin - Room 5 Lead Teacher
My husband and I made Stuart our home in September 2021. Along with discovering all this area has to offer, I enjoy biking, gardening, reading, and any time I get to spend with my family. We have 4 adult children who live in various parts of the country and 4 grandchildren.
In my first several months after starting at Bethel in November, I had the opportunity of working in almost all the classrooms, but was very excited when a position became available as an assistant in VPK in 2022. In 2024 I was promoted to the Lead Teacher position. It is a seemingly perfect fit for me! Assisting children in learning new skills and concepts is fulfilling, and I thoroughly enjoy working with the VPK team as well as with all the other staff who are dedicated to instilling a love of learning in the children we serve!
My husband and I made Stuart our home in September 2021. Along with discovering all this area has to offer, I enjoy biking, gardening, reading, and any time I get to spend with my family. We have 4 adult children who live in various parts of the country and 4 grandchildren.
In my first several months after starting at Bethel in November, I had the opportunity of working in almost all the classrooms, but was very excited when a position became available as an assistant in VPK in 2022. In 2024 I was promoted to the Lead Teacher position. It is a seemingly perfect fit for me! Assisting children in learning new skills and concepts is fulfilling, and I thoroughly enjoy working with the VPK team as well as with all the other staff who are dedicated to instilling a love of learning in the children we serve!
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Samantha Jenkins- Room 5 Assistant Teacher Hi my name is Samantha Jenkins I was born and raised here in Stuart along with my two siblings.I loved growing up in this small town I call home and was blessed with the most amazing parents who helped mold me into who I am today. I have worked in child care for about 6 years and counting and joined Bethel preschool after I heard about how great is was to work here. I enjoy coming to work and helping my kids grow and learn while they’re with me. Also being able to work alongside such a great staff as well. Everyone helps each other out as a team which is great to be apart of. My husband and I have a daughter Scarlett who is in VPK at Bethel and having her start school for her first year has been a great experience for her here! I hope you and your family come to love and enjoy Bethel as we have! |
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Kristy Rose - Room 6 Lead Teacher
I am happily married and mother of two kids Logan & Macy. We are all born and raised right here in Stuart. My husband and I both graduated from South Fork High School where he teaches and coaches now. We love everything there is to do with football as it is always football season in our house. We enjoy family time at the playground and swimming at Nana's house.
I fell in love with Bethel when my son was in VPK. I really can't say enough wonderful things about the school and it's staff. I have been at Bethel since 2019. I joined because the teachers and staff truly go above and beyond to make this a great learning experience. I am so blessed to have this opportunity with you and your child.
I have my Florida Childcare Professionals Certification and am CLASS Certified in Pre-K ages.
I am happily married and mother of two kids Logan & Macy. We are all born and raised right here in Stuart. My husband and I both graduated from South Fork High School where he teaches and coaches now. We love everything there is to do with football as it is always football season in our house. We enjoy family time at the playground and swimming at Nana's house.
I fell in love with Bethel when my son was in VPK. I really can't say enough wonderful things about the school and it's staff. I have been at Bethel since 2019. I joined because the teachers and staff truly go above and beyond to make this a great learning experience. I am so blessed to have this opportunity with you and your child.
I have my Florida Childcare Professionals Certification and am CLASS Certified in Pre-K ages.
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Lisa Mallard - Room 6 Assistant Teacher
I moved to Florida from Wisconsin 40 years ago. I have been married to my husband for 21 years. We have two children, a girl who is 21 and a boy who is 19 They have both graduated from Bethel and that is how I discovered this great place! I’ve been here for 17years now. I have always loved being around and working with children, discovering new personalities and helping them learn and grow. I love being there for them when they need a helping hand. I have my CLASS Foundations Certification, 45 hour Credential and my VPK Early Literacy Certification. My family loves being out in the boat and fishing. Both my kids are in the Explorer program through the Martin County Fire Rescue. They both want to follow in their father’s footsteps in becoming a firefighter. My husband was a Battalion Chief for 36 years. He has finally retired. I love being crafty, sewing or making jewelry and making and trying new recipes to bring into work for the ladies to try. I’d have to say I’m very lucky to be a part of Bethel for as long as I have and to be a part of the group of ladies that have become my family not to mention these precious gifts from God, we get to help everyday. |
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Amy Netzer- Room 7 Lead Teacher
Hello, my name is Amy Netzer. I was born and raised in Palm Beach Gardens. My husband, Nick, and I have been married for 16 years. We moved to Stuart 10 years ago and love it here. We have two daughters, Piper and Quincy. Both are Bethel graduates and attend Pinewood Elementary. We have been a part of the Bethel family since Piper was 3 years old. From day one, it has been such a warm and loving environment. We had piece of mind knowing our children were safe and well taken care of while receiving the very best early childhood education. When Quincy was entering VPK, I decided I wanted to join the team as an assistant teacher. I enjoyed working with the children so much, I became qualified to become a lead VPK teacher. This will be my second year as lead teacher in Room 7. I love being a part of the children’s learning and growth throughout the year as they prepare for Kindergarten! I hold my 45 hour credential, my Florida Childcare Professionals Certification, my CLASS Foundations Certification, and a VPK Early Literacy Certification. |
Debbie Oldfield- Room 7 Assistant Teacher
My name is Debbie Oldfield I am a wife of 37 years. I have 3 beautiful children and one beautiful grandchild so far. I
have worked for the Martin county school district for 16 years as an ese paraprofessional. I have also worked as either
a teacher, assistant, and a substitute at Bethel. I look forward to working with VPK this year and getting them
ready for Kindergarten!
My name is Debbie Oldfield I am a wife of 37 years. I have 3 beautiful children and one beautiful grandchild so far. I
have worked for the Martin county school district for 16 years as an ese paraprofessional. I have also worked as either
a teacher, assistant, and a substitute at Bethel. I look forward to working with VPK this year and getting them
ready for Kindergarten!