The teachers at the Peapod have diverse educational backgrounds and experience in the area of early childhood education. All staff are CPR/First Aid certified and participate in at least 18 hours of professional development at a minimum annually.
All teachers are passionate about each child’s growth, happiness and safety. They hope to inspire the curiosity and wonder inside of each mind here at the Peapod and create an environment where each child feels free to learn about the world around them.
Miss Carly (Owner/Director) Founded the family in 2008 Hello! I’m Carly Walton. I have been in education and childcare in some form or another for 25+ years. I hold a master’s degree in reading, a bachelor’s elementary ed, and lifetime teaching certification through DESE for Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I have taught kindergarten, preschool, summer school, title I math and reading, gardening, and now I teach future teachers and early childhood educators as a trainer for Projects WET (Water Education for teachers), Growing UP WILD (Project WILD for early childhood), and Project Learning Tree. I am currently serving my fifth year in the Early Learning Leadership Academy (ELLA). We live on the farm with a wide assortment of farm animals and our Labrador retrievers. In my free time I cook, garden, go to Mass, and explore nature with my daughters Cambelle and Channing. I am very thankful and blessed to be able to do what I love and share it with others as a career. Welcome to our school family! |
Miss Gina Joined the family in October 2016 Hi! My name is Dina Ogbeifun and I am super excited to be in the preschool this year! This will be my sixth year at Peapod. So far, I have been with the Seeds, the Sprouts, and now I get to be with your Saplings! I love having the opportunity to learn, explore, and have fun with your little ones. Before I came to Peapod in Missouri, I lived in Germany and various states in America. I live with my husband and three wonderful children at home. In my free time I love to spend time outdoors with my kids, read mystery novels, help my husband with our church, and travel! I have always had a passion to work with kids, whether it was at my church’s daycare or simply babysitting at home. I look forward to being with the Saplings and can’t wait to grow with them! |
Miss Soria Joined the family in October 2023 Hello! I have 11 years of experience in childcare! I am CPR, OSHA, HIPPA certified and attend ongoing training for childcare and early childhood development. I am also a certified dental assistant here in the state of Missouri. I was born and raised here in Missouri. I have some of the worlds most amazingly, wonderful children, who I love and cherish so much! I am learning French and Spanish in my free time. I can play the violin and I am currently self teaching how to play the piano! |
Miss Theresa Joined the family in June 2018 Hello, I am Miss Theresa! I have four grown sons who all married wonderful young women. I have almost 8 grandchildren. I am the third of 7 children. I enjoy many things related to art, and also play guitar and ukulele. I am trying to learn to speak Korean-which is rather funny, because my mother emigrated to America from Hungary. I attend High Street Baptist. |
Miss Lindsey
Miss Lindsey Joined the family in 2023 My name is Lindsey, I have an associates degree and I am currently enrolled at Fort Hays State University where I am working on my bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education! I have 5 years of experience in childcare and I have enjoyed every minute of it! |
Miss Kailie
Miss Kailie Joined the family in 2023 My name is Kailie, I am currently enrolled in Missouri State University majoring in Early Childhood Education. Becoming a teacher is a dream of mine! I love going on hikes with my dogs and playing softball in my free time! |