Susan Bahlatzis has been the preschool director, and teacher of the one of the 3's classes at Noah's Ark for the past thirteen years, and has a strong commitment to provide the best preschool experience possible for both child and parent. She has a degree in Early Childhood Education and in Theology. She has been a guest speaker at various places, including Hudson Valley Community College, where she has spoken to the students in the Early Childhood Dept. on various topics concerning children and education. She is also a member on the advisory board for the Early Childhood Dept. at Hudson Valley Community College. She has one grown son who works for GE, and one son in college.

Nancy Dailey has been teaching at Noah's Ark for twelve years. She has her degree in Early Childhood Education. She is a mother of two and a grandmother of four, and loves teaching at Noah's Ark. She brings to our teaching team her knowledge and skill in teaching literacy and the love of reading, as well as her dedication to quality teaching.

Karen Greene has been with Noah's Ark for seven years. She has a bachelors in Early Childhood Education, and a masters in Special Education. She brings to the teaching team, her knowledge of child development, and her great assessment skills. She is well-liked by children and parents alike, who love her positive attitude and warmth.

Julie Litwin has been teaching at Noah's Ark for six years, and was a substitute teacher for several years before that. She is a mother of two children, who have graduated from Noah's Ark. She is a gifted teacher, and is very enthusiatic and nurturing. Using her business degree, she previously worked as a manager at the Walt Disney Company in Florida, and has recently completed her Early Childhood Degree. Julie's love of children is very obvious, and even the most timid children warm right up to her!

Mrs. Jause, formerly Miss Adams until May 21, 2010, has been with us for two years.  She has an associates degree from Hudson Valley Community College.  She came to us with experience in other child care settings, and her love for children is shown in her gentle, consistent, loving style.  She also has a backgroound in music, a beautiful singing voice, and enjoys bringing music into the classrom.