Jen is a founding member of Vida and the creator of its Transitional Kindergarten program.
She began by running a small early childhood pod in her home in 2020 — a foundational part of Vida’s origin — and has remained deeply connected to the school ever since. In addition to her work in the classroom, she has served as Vice President of the Board.
Jen comes from a family of educators and brings a deeply nurturing, hands-on approach to teaching. Her classroom is playful, creative, and full of exploration — where children engage through books, art, music, and outdoor experiences.
She is also a mother of four, with deep ties to the Vida community as both educator and parent.
Vida is led by experienced educators. In title and in practice.
Our founders bring decades of combined experience in classrooms, school leadership, and educational design. This foundation shapes everything we do, from how learning is structured to how children are supported day to day.
Our educators are experienced, thoughtful, and deeply committed to their work.
Each brings a unique background in education, the arts, psychology, or outdoor learning, but they share a common approach: seeing children as individuals, supporting their growth with care, and creating environments where learning feels meaningful and alive.
At Vida, educators are not only teachers. They are guides, observers, and collaborators in each child’s development.
Vida Specialists are committed to educating the whole child. Each of these educators guides our students to find new talents, see the world through new perspectives, and find creative ways to express themselves.
