High quality learning led by high quality teachers.

Rochester Public Schools early childhood teachers are leaders in their field, applying the very best state and national research in brain development, social and emotional skills, and the quality of adult-child interaction. RPS also offers parent learning opportunities, facilitated by our licensed parent educators.

Unique to school-based programs, RPS Preschool is proud that 100% of our teachers have completed a minimum of at least Bachelor’s degree—many have earned Master’s or PhD credentials—and hold a Minnesota teaching license in their field. Our teachers are expected to grow their professional skills continually through district trainings, higher education courses, and other professional learning opportunities.

Meet Our Teachers

Emily Anderson

Charley Gertener

Kelly Burson

Brooke Fink

Kailey Forrest

Sarah Ewen

Paisley Jones

Michelle Godbout

Anne Clarkson

Marie Pond

Erin Earl

Terri Greaney

Carrie Rossow

Josie Harden

Courtney Malhony

Katherine Eberherd

Christine Kelly

Emily Schuck

Julie Hermes

Abby Schmidt

Robyn Klemm

Brenda Anderson

Shannon Sweeney

Martha Jensen

Cherie Tank

Jennifer Spaeth

Laura Watkins

Jodi Valentine

Kimberly Welsh

Ellen Wibon