TEACHERS

The Ohio Department of Human Services requires all of our teachers to have at least forty-five hours of instruction in child development and related areas. All of our teachers currently meet this minimum state requirement. Additionally, several of our teachers have two year or four year degrees in Early Child Development or related fields. Our faculty attends workshops annually presented by the Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children.

Jerinel Maynard, Administrator and Teacher of 4 yr. olds

I have been teaching and acting as Administrator at Columbia Heights Preschool since 1979. My B. S. degree in Home Economics is from the University of Kentucky, Lexington, Ky. with course work in Child Development, Child Guidance, Child Psychology, and Marriage and the Family. As a member of Ohio Association of Education of Young Children, I have over the years attended numerous workshops on child abuse, classroom management, first aid, communicable disease, C.P.R., curriculum and various topics pertaining to young children.

I am married with three grown children and 2 grandchildren, my two younger children have attended Columbia Heights. I enjoy reading, scrapbooking, yoga, and spending time with my family.

Diane Elavsky, Teacher of 4 yr. olds

I have been teaching 4 yr. olds at Columbia Heights Preschool since 1964. With a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education with kindergarten emphasis, I graduated from Muskingum College in New Concord, Ohio. Since that time, attendance of many O. A.E.Y.C. education sessions and courses in communicable disease, child abuse, first aid, C.P.R., as well as curriculum and classroom management have contributed to my continuing education.

I am married with 2 grown children and 4 grandchildren all of whom attended Columbia Heights Preschool.

Gloria Biggs

Hello, my name is Gloria Biggs, and I have been a staff member of Columbia Heights Preschool since 1980. I have worked as both a classroom teacher and an assistant teacher.

I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education from Columbus State Community College and many hours of continuing education through O.A.E.Y.C.

I am married, have two grown children and have 4 beautiful grandchildren.

Pat Emmelhainz

Hello, I'm Pat Emmelhainz. My family lives on a farm near Darby Creek Park. My husband and I have four children, three dogs, and two cats.

As a recent graduate of the Early Childhood Development Department of Columbus State Community College I can use the most current information available in my work with young children and their families. Activities that my classes enjoy include a monthly cooking activity, ongoing environmental activities with natural materials from my farm, and many opportunities to develop literacy.

Debbie Reed, (3-year-olds teacher)

I have been employed with Columbia Heights Preschool since September, 1996. My job responsibilities have included both lead teacher and assistant teacher. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood development from Columbus State Community College and have a pre-kindergarten teaching license.

I am married with two teenage children, both of which attended Columbia Heights Preschool. Outside of preschool, I assist my husband in managing his construction company and enjoy cooking, reading, and traveling.

Janet Boyd (assistant teacher of 3, 4 and 5 year olds)

Hi, I am Janet Boyd. I have been a volunteer and substitute teacher for Columbia Heights Preschool since 1999, and I joined the staff in 2005. I am certified through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Attendance of many O.A.E.Y.C. education sessions and courses in communicable disease, child abuse, first aid, C.P.R., as well as curriculum and classroom management have contributed to my continuing education.

I am a member of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children), OAEYC (Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children) and CAEYC (Columbus Association for the Education of Young Children).

I am a single Mom of two daughters, very active in my community, and love life and my job at Columbia Heights Preschool!!!

Christina Robenolt

I have been an assistant teacher with Columbia Heights Preschool since 2007. I have enjoyed working in the 3 year old class my first year. I have attended Cuyahoga Community College, and have a background in Early Childhood Education. I am continuing to take courses in first aid, communicable disease, and literacy.

I am married with 4 boys ages 7 to 17, all of whom attended Columbia Heights Preschool. I enjoy spending time with my family, making jewelery and crafts. I also love animals and spend a lot of time with my dog and cats.

STAFF TO CHILD RATIOS

The staff to child ratio set forth by the State of Ohio will be met or exceeded at all times in the classrooms and on field trips.

State standards are as follows:

1 Teacher per 12 three year olds.
1 Teacher per 14 four and five year olds.

Columbia Heights Preschool maintains the following staff to child ratio:

1 Teacher per 6 three year olds
1 Teacher per 8 four and five year olds.

LICENSE

Columbia Heights Preschool is licensed to operate under the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. License and Compliance Report are posted outside the Administrator's Office for your review. Building and Fire report along with Health Department Exemption are available upon request from the Administrator. Any questions regarding licensing may be directed to our State Licensing Specialist at 466-6282.