South Table Mountain Preschool believes that children grow and thrive in an atmosphere that offers a balance of learning and play. We mix time to discover with high-spirited fun and quiet reflection. Our philosophy is that a child’s individual needs and interests are the catalysts to healthy social and emotional development. Our teachers are here to support that development by offering gentle guidance, bolstering self-confidence, and preparing each child for life-long academic achievement and spiritual growth. We value and respect parents and recognize them as the most significant providers of care and nurturing for their children. It is our honor to serve as a trusted partner in cultivating your child’s self-discovery and love of learning, and we ensure a safe environment where learning, play, and child care are always in harmony. We acknowledge that learning is enhanced in an environment that encourages sharing, caring, laughing, questioning, risk taking, growing, playing, and praying.
Our Teachers
South Table Mountain Preschool hires qualified teachers who are personally and professionally devoted to the exceptional care, welfare, and quality education of children. Many of our teachers exceed the academic qualifications required by Colorado licensing regulations and have an average of seven years of teaching experience and most are parents themselves. They are CPR – and first-aid certified, enthusiastic, and enjoy working with children. South Table Mountain Preschool’s teaching staff is composed of a team of lead-certified teachers and assistant teachers, as needed, per licensing ratio of staff to students (ratio varies by age group).
- Christen Johnston, Director and Lead Teacher
- Kelley Bachman, Lead Teacher PreS
- Laura Pierce, Lead Teacher PreS
- Heather Komoras, Lead Teacher PreS
- Lex Littlefield, Lead Teacher PreS
- Allie Reitz, Lead Teacher PreK
- RaeAnn Pollard, Lead Teacher PreK
- Janet Sack, Lead Teacher PreK
- Jessica Schaefer, Lead Teacher PreK
- Beth Callahan, Lead Teacher Jr Kind
Faith Lutheran Church Staff
South Table Mountain Preschool is a ministry of Faith Lutheran Church. The mission and vision of FAITH is changing lives through the power of Jesus by being the hands, feet, and voice of Jesus in the world. FAITH’s focused vision is to authentically connect with and support families with kids ages preschool-5th grade. The community of FAITH is dedicated to embrace your family and walk alongside you in all aspects of life: emotional, social, financial, and spiritual. The STMP team is an integral part of the FAITH staff.
- Jane Jebsen, Missional Pastor
- Dee Ann Lord, Authentic Connections Team Lead
- Ellyn Wilson, Children, Family, and Family Team Lead
- Christen Johnston, Director South Table Mountain Preschool
- Bill Ernstrom, Director of Operations
- Deb Barber, Interim Financial Admin
- Jim Barber, Intergenerational Worship Team Lead
- Drew Swanson, Building Resources Team Lead
