Faculty-Staff Directory
"When we chose The Little School for our daughters, we thought we were giving them a fun childhood playing in the outdoors with caring people doing lots of rich learning. That was indeed the case. It turns out deep respect for themselves and others, nonstop thirst for inquiry, love of school and a propensity for collaboration also latched onto them at TLS and have followed them to middle and high school." — Kelly and Michael, Current TLS Parents
Click on the photos to learn more about our faculty and staff.
![Alexis Primero]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1699570661/thelittleschoolorg/ltes69w7nlw1nok3pwt2/Alexis-P.jpg","width":250}])
Alexis Primero
Extended Day Teacher
alexisp@thelittleschool.org
![Alice Hauschka]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661798784/thelittleschoolorg/kwixmuswixwrvwi4vmqm/alice.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661798784/thelittleschoolorg/kwixmuswixwrvwi4vmqm/alice.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1661798784/thelittleschoolorg/kwixmuswixwrvwi4vmqm/alice.jpg","width":750}])
Assistant Head of School
B.A. in Philosophy, Oberlin College
Teaching Certificate (PS-8), Pacific Oaks College
M.Ed, University of Washington
aliceh@thelittleschool.org
![Amanda Haecker]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553507/thelittleschoolorg/xihulxk0j6kxts9ugkau/amanda.jpg","width":250}])
Librarian
B.A. in International Studies, Seattle University
M.Ed. in Elementary Education, University of Washington
School Library Media Specialist Endorsement, K-12, Antioch University
amandah@thelittleschool.org
![Asha Gibbs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725640885/thelittleschoolorg/xzvpudxybqinu0do5yui/asha.jpg","width":250}])
Advancement Coordinator
ashag@thelittleschool.org
![Aurora McCone]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553507/thelittleschoolorg/yuxvbdbeoqxpsvzpzfnv/aurora.jpg","width":250}])
Aurora McCone
Teacher
B.A. in Humanities for Teaching, Seattle University
M.Ed., Seattle University
auroram@thelittleschool.org
![Baillie Stewart]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056390/thelittleschoolorg/n9nuplzlqtlhdrokkefg/Baillie.jpg","width":250}])
Associate Teacher
baillies@thelittleschool.org
![Blair Griffin]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056461/thelittleschoolorg/qolgodxb2szvneypsu3c/Blair.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
B.A. in International Studies & Environmental Studies, University of St. Thomas
Certificate in Education for Environment & Community, IslandWood
M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction, University of Washington
M.A.T. Elementary Education, Western Governors University
blairg@thelittleschool.org
![Charlotte MacCay]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661798830/thelittleschoolorg/afhfwyg7ch7uvvw2h8xa/charlotte.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661798830/thelittleschoolorg/afhfwyg7ch7uvvw2h8xa/charlotte.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1661798830/thelittleschoolorg/afhfwyg7ch7uvvw2h8xa/charlotte.jpg","width":750}])
Curriculum Support Specialist
B.S. in Environmental Studies, Western Washington University
Teaching Certification (K-8), Pacific Oaks College at The Little School
charlottem@thelittleschool.org
![Cindy Weber]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056580/thelittleschoolorg/kovtl0loi4fivpsucon4/cindy.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
Associate in Arts Early Childhood Education with High Distinction from Bellevue College
B.S. in Interior Design, University of Maryland
cindyw@thelittleschool.org
![Danny Chae]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729205857/thelittleschoolorg/nreesogqxg95vq0ykr79/danny.jpg","width":250}])
Danny Chae
Extended Day Teacher
danielc@thelittleschool.org
![Derek Wilkson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726520266/thelittleschoolorg/xdbtyinb546pfrsql0ar/derek-w.jpg","width":250}])
Derek Wilkson
Extended Day Teacher
derekw@thelittleschool.org
![Elsie Love]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056378/thelittleschoolorg/h4uat8lvnrmw680lk7xy/Elsie.jpg","width":250}])
Associate Teacher
B.A., Political Science & Asian Studies, Hamilton College
M.A., Geography, Portland State University
Graduate Certificate in Education for Environment and Community, IslandWood & University of Washington
elsiel@thelittleschool.org
![Emily Black]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056802/thelittleschoolorg/gnc4i5oia2jk14aj3mww/Emily-Black.jpg","width":250}])
Music and Performing Arts Specialist
B.M., Music Education, Temple University
National Board Certificated Teacher
Orff Schulwerk Levels Certificated Teacher
emilyb@thelittleschool.org
![Ginger Goble-Van Diest]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663627966/thelittleschoolorg/hekhgajgmhgmwzwyeopw/ginger.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663627966/thelittleschoolorg/hekhgajgmhgmwzwyeopw/ginger.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1663627966/thelittleschoolorg/hekhgajgmhgmwzwyeopw/ginger.jpg","width":750}])
Ginger Goble-Van Diest
Director of Facilities and Land Stewardship
gingerg@thelittleschool.org
![Hannah Sternberg]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056617/thelittleschoolorg/qvavpedgxvghxnjca4hj/hannah-s.jpg","width":250}])
Associate Teacher
Early Child and Family Studies, University of Washington
hannahs@thelittleschool.org
![Heather Parker]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056362/thelittleschoolorg/r6bby1izjyxzovahjo4e/Heather-Parker.jpg","width":250}])
Associate Teacher
heatherp@thelittleschool.org
![Jenny Chiang]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553508/thelittleschoolorg/jwrgfq28rxtyk5lhrmp7/jenny-c.jpg","width":250}])
Community Events and Alumni Coordinator
B.A. in Early Childhood & Family Studies, University of Washington
M.Ed. in Special Education (K-12) and General Education (K-8), University of Washington
jennyc@thelittleschool.org
![Jessie Ryan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661799662/thelittleschoolorg/srirsvxpx3smopsciqst/jessie-r.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661799662/thelittleschoolorg/srirsvxpx3smopsciqst/jessie-r.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1661799662/thelittleschoolorg/srirsvxpx3smopsciqst/jessie-r.jpg","width":750}])
Environmental Education Specialist
B.S. in Fish and Wildlife Conservation, University of Connecticut
Certificate in Education for Environment and Community, IslandWood
M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction, University of Washington
jessier@thelittleschool.org
![Jimmy Chu]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553509/thelittleschoolorg/qvdusqjxxxzug6ezua03/jimmy.jpg","width":250}])
P.E. Specialist
B.A. in Sociology and Anthropology, Carleton College
M.Ed in Urban Education, UCLA Center X
jimmyc@thelittleschool.org
![JoJo Bisset]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553509/thelittleschoolorg/kls4ylzz7aw8csmyld9u/jojo.jpg","width":250}])
Extended Day Teacher
B.A., English, Western Washington University
jojob@thelittleschool.org
![Jo Smith]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056786/thelittleschoolorg/sp0lwadc98derprodg9h/jo.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
jos@thelittleschool.org
![Jules Hetland]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1693947897/thelittleschoolorg/plclrfi35t5og17u2ylc/jules.jpg","width":250}])
Curriculum Support Specialist
B.A. in Psychology, University of Maryland - Munich and College Park
M.S in Environmental Science, Lesley College
julesh@thelittleschool.org
![Julie Kalmus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553509/thelittleschoolorg/qihorfrc2don9cdbaacn/julie-k.jpg","width":250}])
Head of School
B.A. in Psychology and Education, Vassar College
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, Columbia University
juliek@thelittleschool.org
![Katie Warden]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661798913/thelittleschoolorg/auzbijyoe58i1bo2jq7i/katie.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661798913/thelittleschoolorg/auzbijyoe58i1bo2jq7i/katie.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1661798913/thelittleschoolorg/auzbijyoe58i1bo2jq7i/katie.jpg","width":750}])
Faculty Support Specialist
B.A. in English and Women's Studies, Seattle University
M.A. in Teaching - Highly Qualified in Elementary Education, Seattle Pacific University
katiew@thelittleschool.org
![Keiko Andrews]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056641/thelittleschoolorg/ttkcyntfjfpw1ggjcfbw/keiko.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
Joined TLS: 2017
keikoa@thelittleschool.org
![Kingston Govati]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553510/thelittleschoolorg/bghi0efaecdiugfhroxn/kingston.jpg","width":250}])
Kingston Govati
Director of Finance & Operations
kingstong@thelittleschool.org
![Kristin Hornell]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726786070/thelittleschoolorg/eyvenciz4mrkke8l2ecb/kristin.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
B.A. in English, Washington University in St. Louis
M.A.T. in Early Childhood Education, Webster University
kristinh@thelittleschool.org
![Libby Singer]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056445/thelittleschoolorg/iduv9oboruoprzujzyjp/Libby.jpg","width":250}])
Director of Development and Communications
B.A. University of Washington
M.B.A., University of Washington, Bothell
libbys@thelittleschool.org
![Linnea Peterson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056727/thelittleschoolorg/zuu0xposkwmhq6xynrxv/Linnea-Peterson.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
B.A in Psychology, University of Iowa
M. Ed., University of Chicago
linneap@thelittleschool.org
![Louise Conway]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1691771189/thelittleschoolorg/o5s5ya4zep6xvsyv1jqr/Louise.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1691771189/thelittleschoolorg/o5s5ya4zep6xvsyv1jqr/Louise.jpg","width":400}])
Learning Specialist
B.A. in Design Studies and a M.Ed., in Educational Psychology
louisec@thelittleschool.org
![Madison Ragland]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056659/thelittleschoolorg/wc0ekambc4qzh63bogwg/Madison-Ragland.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
B.S. in Global Studies, Auburn University
Pursuing M.i.T at the University of Washington
madisonr@thelittleschool.org
![Mandy Dillon]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056674/thelittleschoolorg/bnl70axslasmaeweuu5n/mandy.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
mandyd@thelittleschool.org
![Max Honch]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056559/thelittleschoolorg/kevixmd5nmoifwpyxpx6/max.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
B.A. in History and Religious Studies, University of Puget Sound
M.Ed., University of Washington
Certificate Education for Environment and Community, IslandWood
maxh@thelittleschool.org
![Megan Norcross]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056711/thelittleschoolorg/pm6fyld94u4nronly2ty/Megan-Norcross.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
B.A. in Education, Western Washington University
M.S in Curriculum & Instruction, Western Governors University
megann@thelittleschool.org
![Mem Merrin]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553510/thelittleschoolorg/tmhqjjpij90jhxgf8crs/mem.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
B.A. in Sociology, Clark University
Certificate in Early Childhood Education, Clark University
M.S. in Environmental Studies, Antioch New England Graduate School
memm@thelittleschool.org
![Michele Mendrick]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661798959/thelittleschoolorg/xyu1zrco6e1d074dfysn/michele.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661798959/thelittleschoolorg/xyu1zrco6e1d074dfysn/michele.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1661798959/thelittleschoolorg/xyu1zrco6e1d074dfysn/michele.jpg","width":750}])
Manager of Office Communications & Operations
B.A. in Early Childhood Education, The State University of New York
M.Ed., University of Washington
michelem@thelittleschool.org
![Mike Murphy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661810152/thelittleschoolorg/slppgxegh0icof3aysmw/mike.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661810152/thelittleschoolorg/slppgxegh0icof3aysmw/mike.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1661810152/thelittleschoolorg/slppgxegh0icof3aysmw/mike.jpg","width":750}])
DEIJ Educator
A.A., Ft. Steilacoom Community College
Social Work Course Work, Western Washington University
mikem@thelittleschool.org
![Mó de Mesquita]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056349/thelittleschoolorg/qaqwjbznduwyechmxoys/Mo.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
mom@thelittleschool.org
![Morgan Padgett]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553510/thelittleschoolorg/xzbguobtnu9zlju5xv44/morgan.jpg","width":250}])
Art Specialist
B.A. Psychology, Lewis & Clark College
B.A. Art History, Lewis & Clark College
M.Ed. Education, Concordia University
morganp@thelittleschool.org
![Nick Conway]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553510/thelittleschoolorg/f9yo7jfo6jvcff0pysxh/nick.jpg","width":250}])
Nick Conway
Technology Manager
nickc@thelittleschool.org
![Ray Castillo Jr.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553511/thelittleschoolorg/n5kyoftv9kufumuk7b5d/ray.jpg","width":250}])
Ray Castillo Jr.
Director of Auxiliary Programs
rayc@thelittleschool.org
![Regan Wensnahan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725640915/thelittleschoolorg/kryhpygj009wycthlcd6/regan.jpg","width":250}])
Director of Enrollment Management
B.A., Swarthmore College
M.A., Pacific Oaks College
reganw@thelittleschool.org
![Sadie Robb]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056335/thelittleschoolorg/ppk8mskxqcvhlltam37m/Sadie-Robb.jpg","width":250}])
Associate Teacher
sadier@thelittleschool.org
![Samantha Chong]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056308/thelittleschoolorg/ut30xonv3biq2lbi4hzf/Samantha-Chong.jpg","width":250}])
Integrated Learning Specialist
B.A. Psychology, University of British Columbia M.S. Occupational Therapy, Thomas Jefferson University
samc@thelittleschool.org
![Sana Mahmood]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056407/thelittleschoolorg/seflzeu9yblrflrzavyg/sana.jpg","width":250}])
Associate Teacher
B.A. in Early Childhood & Family Studies and Minor in Disability Studies from the University of Washington
sanam@thelittleschool.org
![Sarah Rehemtulla]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694533927/thelittleschoolorg/pnikc9v2olaqcmohtlyq/sarah.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
A.A. in Education, College of DuPage
B.A. in Elementary Education, University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
sarahr@thelittleschool.org
![Sean Dolgin]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553511/thelittleschoolorg/uj9xnd3veomcedx4wyyd/sean-d.jpg","width":250}])
Sean Dolgin
Teacher
B.A. Geography, University of Vermont
M. Ed., Bank Street College of Education
seand@thelittleschool.org
![Siyi Yang]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056741/thelittleschoolorg/qntadt1vqynedmm10p5l/siyi.jpg","width":250}])
Associate Teacher
siyiy@thelittleschool.org
![Sophia Egler]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056754/thelittleschoolorg/vfr8qevjfqgyukxy5evm/sophia.jpg","width":250}])
Associate Teacher
Early Childhood Education Course Work, Bellevue College
B.A. in English Literature, University of Washington
sophiae@thelittleschool.org
![Stephen Harrison]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553511/thelittleschoolorg/tbzunuleggfqbwplroyu/stephen.jpg","width":250}])
Technology Integration & Innovation Specialist
B.S. in Environmental Resource Management, Pennsylvania State University
M.Ed. in Education Media Design, Full Sail University
stephenh@thelittleschool.org
![Taira McKinney]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1642553511/thelittleschoolorg/tzsxce9jldn7mueribne/taira.jpg","width":250}])
Teacher
A.A. in Early Childhood Development, Santa Rosa Junior College
B.A. in Liberal Studies Emphasis in Education, San Francisco State University
tairam@thelittleschool.org
![Tiana Johnson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725056816/thelittleschoolorg/pqvehbkqxiasptooziyx/tiana.jpg","width":250}])
Manager of Human Resources
tianaj@thelittleschool.org
![Zhilin Qiu]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1693947668/thelittleschoolorg/ggsrpuzgvttoxwrvodqd/Zhilin.jpg","width":250}])
Associate Teacher
M.A. Teachers College, Columbia University
zhilinq@thelittleschool.org