Meet the Director

Mrs. Rathbun holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Pathology/Audiology and Special Education from Ashland University and a Master of Arts degree in Elementary Administration from the University of Akron. Mrs. Rathbun has resided in Naples for 20 years and has been the director of the preschool for eight years. She is married and the mother of three sons.

Meet Our Staff

	Mrs. Bradley has been a teacher at the Moorings for six years and previously taught in the Collier County Public and Community Schools. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health and Physical Education from Central Oklahoma and a Masters degree in Elementary Education from FGCU. Mrs. Bradley is married and has two children.
	Mrs. Graefe has been a teacher at the Moorings for the thirteen years . She has taught the two year olds for ten years and taught art to the four year olds for three years. She holds a Commercial Artists Degree. Mrs.Graefe is married and has 3 children.
	Mrs. Perry is a native of Pennsylvania and holds a Bachelor or Arts degree in Art from the University of Delaware. A talented artist, Mrs. Perry is married with two children and a member of the Moorings Presbyterian Church.
	Mrs. Reynolds is in her 12th year of teaching at the Moorings Preschool. Mrs. Reynolds holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.She is married and has two children.
	Mrs. Sullivan holds a Bachelors of Arts degree in political science and is just short of completing her master’s degree in elementary education. Prior to coming to the Moorings Mrs. Sullivan taught at Lakeside Academy in Bradenton, Florida. She is married with three children and has been a resident of Naples for seven years.
	Mrs. Leedy has 19 years of teaching experience and has been at the Moorings Preschool for seven years. She holds both a Bachelor of Science and Masters degree in Early Childhood / Elementary Eductation from the Florida Southern College. Mrs. Leedy is married and has one son.
	Mrs. Robinett has over 29 years of teaching experience and has been at the Moorings Preschool for 17 years. She holds both a Bachelors and Masters degree in Education from Purdue University. Mrs. Robinett is married and has two daughters .
	Mrs. O'Connor is originally from Northern Virginia and has lived in Naples for twenty years. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education. Prior to having children, she taught in the Collier County Public School System for ten years. Mrs. O'Connor is married with two children.
	Mrs. Martino has worked as a teacher assistant in the twoo year old class for the last three years. Mrs Martino has 2 children.
	Mrs. Oreschnick has worked as a teachers assistant in the 2-year-old class for 4 years. She previously worked in the Collier County School System for 14 years. Mrs Oreschnick is married with one son

The best of professionals

At the Moorings Presbyterian Preschool our teaching staff brings to the program a wealth of experience in early childhood education, as well as a deep commitment to our young students. We have worked together to develop a learning environment that is both challenging and nurturing. Most importantly, we believe that children learn best when accepted and encouraged by the adults around them, whether at home or school. Be assured Moorings is a happy place to grow and learn.

• 63% of our teachers hold Bachelor’s degrees in Early Childhood Education or Child Development;

• 50% hold Master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education or Child Development;

• 6 % hold a CDA certificate;

• 100% of our specialists hold degrees in their respective fields.

The Moorings Presbyterian Church, in its outreach to the larger community, has blessed us with a safe and pleasant environment. We are fortunate to enjoy the use of the Sanctuary, Baker Family Life Center, and Moss Hall.

We understand the importance of good communication and are always interested in knowing of special events and happenings within your family. We encourage you to visit us at the preschool and join in school activities.