Jessica Poppert
Owner/Director
My name is Jessica and I am the owner and Director of Poppert Preschool. My 20+ years of experience in early childhood education and a background in business and management education has inspired and help create our unique school.
I am a mother of 3 and two of those three attend Poppert Preschool. My family and I enjoy hikes, dance parties in the living room and playing board games on our free time. Helping children grow and learn is an amazing job and I am thankful I get to be apart of it.
Kelly Wagner
Assistant Director
Hi, my name is Kelly Wagner and I am excited to be apart of Poppert Preschool's Administrative team. I have over 5 years of experience working in the Administrative field. I have been working with children for 15 plus years. I received my Associates Degree in Early Childhood education in 2002. Since then I have worked in different
Child Care Centers. My husband and I have two children, ages 11 and 13. When I am not at work I love to spend time outside, reading, or doing some great bargain shopping!! I look
forward to caring for your little ones and getting to know your family.
I believe that providing a calm and nurturing environment provides
children an amazing atmosphere to develop and grow in.
Kayle Garcia
Two's Lead Teacher
Hi! My name is Miss Kayle. I am thrilled to be apart of Poppert's team and absolutely love working with the Toddler ages. I have been with Poppert for just under a year now. I have worked with children for over 3 years. I am currently working to further my education and achieve a higher Registry level. I have two daughters that both attend Poppert as well. On my weekends we enjoy exploring new parks, shopping and movie nights!
Alilia Baker
Two's Teacher
I am just starting my career in ECE. I have always enjoyed caring for children and being apart of their growth. When I am not working I love spending time with my family and watching movies. My new puppy and I love to take walks and explore new dogs parks.
Nina Gagan
Toddler Lead Teacher
I am so excited to be a part of Poppert Preschool. I have been working with kids for 5 years now and have found my true passion. I am currently taking my entry level courses to work towards a higher Registry level. I am very outgoing person and love building new relationships with each family.
Taylor Knaebe
Toddler Teacher
I love being a part of Poppert Preschool. With such a supportive and caring environment, I am able to thrive as a teacher. I have been working in Early Childhood Education for over 5 years and achieved a level 7 on the WI Registry. I have also earned my degree as an AEMT and Firefighter. Helping my community is my passion. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I love hikes, movie nights and reading.
Annabelle Thompson
4K Lead Teacher
My name is Ms. Annabelle! I’m incredibly excited to join the Poppert family! I have been working with children for the last 6 years. I spent 4 years working at a school/residential treatment facility working with children that have autism and other learning disabilities. For the last 2.5 years I have been working at another childcare center. I started as a toddler teacher, moved up with my class as a two year old teacher and then took on Pre-K! I absolutely love watching the children learn and grow through play and fun!
I live in Waukesha with my fiancé, we bought a house last year so we are having fun being homeowners. We have 2 dogs, a bloodhound and a schnoodle! We also have one cat. I am a huge Kansas City Chiefs fan and I love to read.
Tiffany Rynes
3K Lead Teacher
My name is Miss Tiffany and I am a recent graduate from Concordia University-Wisconsin. I studied Early Childhood Education with a concentration in Art. I decided to
become a teacher because I wish to make a profound impact in the lives of children. In my free time, I enjoy attending sporting events, especially hockey and bike racing. I love spending time with my family and friends. My family plays a lot of card games and board games together. Throughout the summer, my family travels around Wisconsin to
different mini golf courses. During the cool, autumn nights, I like to spend time outside around the campfire in my backyard.
Samantha Pivett
Infant Teacher