At Growing Tree School, we are proud to have a staff of teachers whose experience, thoughtfulness, and focus creates a positive and supportive environment where children can learn and grow.

Meet Our Staff

Director, Owner

Beata Makowski

School Operations Manager

Lauren Connaughton

Office Assistant

Janneth Cherres

Lead Teacher (Eagles)

Waynette Williams

Assistant Teacher (Eagles)

Nidia Torres

Substitute

Jasmin

Lead Teacher (Owls)

Laila Tariq

Assistant Teacher (Owls)

Maria Goicochea

Substitute / Aftercare Enrichment Program Coordinator

Jennie

Lead Teacher (Cardinals)

Jonalyn “Jho” Perez-Abreu

Classroom Teacher (Cardinals)

Tannia Estrella

Substitute

Tamika

Lead Teacher (Robins)

Laurie Fontenello

Assistant Teacher (Robins)

Isabel Miranda

Meet Our Staff

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