The teachers at The Campbell School are certified in the field of Early Childhood Education by the state of Massachusetts. They are dedicated in their task to offer the highest quality program to your children. They all participate in continuing education programs and in service trainings to ensure that your child receives the highest quality care and education.
The high quality care we offer begins with our professional staff and the trusting, responsive relationship that exists between them and the children they care for. Our professional staff models, guides, listens, and responds, helping children feel good about who they are and helping them learn to relate to people and objects in their world. Our interaction with children promotes independence, builds self esteem, and allows for more complex use of their skills and further learning. Our goal is to give the children in our care the most valuable gift possible – a positive sense of themselves and their abilities, a desire to relate positively to others, and a strong interest in learning.
Allison McDonnell, Executive Director
Allison took over running The Campbell School in 2023, when Ann Campbell retired. Allison has been with The Campbell School since 2012. Allison started as an assistant teacher and took the necessary classes at Fischer College to become teacher, lead teacher then Director. She has her BA in Business Management from Nichols College. Allison has three wonderful children. She loves teaching and helping children grow and develop.
Tara O’Leary, K1 Teacher
Tara has been at The Campbell School since 2012. She is a graduate of Bridgewater State University with a B.S. in Elementary and Special Education. She taught in both the Randolph and Quincy Public Schools and worked as a Special Needs Counselor at a Boston summer camp for ten years. Tara is the mother of five children and enjoys hiking, camping, and spending time with her family. She is excited about her return to teaching.
Kristin McArdle, K1 Teacher
Kristin has been with The Campbell School since 2011. She is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts in Amherst with a concentration in Communication Disorders. Shortly after graduation Kristin decided to teach. She earned her teacher’s certificate in pre-K to grade 3. Kristin taught kindergarten for six years and pre-K for three years at South Boston Catholic Academy. Kristin, a mom of three boys, enjoys teaching and feels that if children are given patience, kindness, love and guidance, they can do anything!
Beth Martinson, Four Year Old Teacher
Beth has been with The Campbell School since 2022. She has a Masters of Fine Arts in writing from Chatham University, Pittsburg, PA., and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Roger Williams College. Beth had her own family daycare for four years before transitioning into her role as a teacher at The Campbell School. Beth comes with many years of child care experience. Beth is a mom of one child, who is a graduate of The Campbell School. Both loves spending time with her daughter and family.
Heather Caruso, Four Year Old Teacher
The Campbell School welcomed Heather in 2022. Heather retired after 15 years as a Paraprofessional in the Dedham Public Schools. Heather has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from Bridgewater State University. She has five children a with a bundle of grandchildren. Heather enjoys reading, walking her dog and spending time with her grandchildren and family.
Kathy Aldrich, Three Year Old Teacher
Kathy join The Campbell School in 2009. Kathy is currently the Lead Teacher in our Three Old Class. Kathy brings years of experience working with children in both her career as well as from being involved with her own three children’s extra curricular activities. During her free time she enjoys spending time with her family.
Terri Lyn Azar, Three Old Teacher
Terri has been at The Campbell School since 2019. Terri’s first introduction to The Campbell School is when her two granddaughters attended the program. Terri has a A.S degree from Westbrook College, Portland, ME. She is a wonderful asset to our teaching team and it shows with daily interaction with her students. During her free time she spends time going to watch her grandchildren play their various sports and cheer them on.
Kelly Staunton, After School Teacher
Kelly recently joined The Campbell School to assist with running the after school program. Kelly is currently enrolled at Massasoit Community College, majoring in Early Education. She has years of experience working with children. Kelly is a mom of two boys.