Jessica Labbe
Program Owner
Jess is a Nature Based Educator and Ambassador committed to environmental education and improving early childhood development through nature based exploration. She holds a Bachelors of Arts in Early Childhood Education and has worked for the past 20 years with preschool aged children outside.
In 2020 she opened The Village Nest Cooperative.
Jess has a passion for inspiring imaginative play and can often be found telling stories about unicorns and mermaids to anyone who is interested. 
In her personal time, you can find her on nature walks, kayaking, enjoying the beach, camping, or somewhere in her garden. 

Caroline C.
Program Co-Director &
​Lead Teacher of K-1 Microschool Heron Class (5-7 year olds)
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Caroline was born and raised on the East Coast Seacoast and grew up immersed in outdoor activities at various camps.
She holds dual degrees in Economics and Environmental Studies, a testament to her interdisciplinary interests and commitment to addressing complex challenges. After graduating from undergrad, Caroline returned to her coastal roots and found VNC, an organization that aligned with her values and aspirations! She has been with the program for the past 5 years. 
Eager to deepen her understanding and impact, she is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Nature-Based Education, focusing on early childhood development for ages 3-10 years old. 
When Caroline is not working she finds solace and joy in diverse recreational activities. Whether she is spending time with her beloved feline companions, cooking up a new recipe, carving slopes on skis, or trying something new, her zest for exploration and discovery remains unstoppable.

​Amelia V.  
Assistant Teacher in K-1 Microschool Heron Classroom (5-7 year old)

Hello! My name is Amelia, and I am so excited to join the Village Nest Team! I am a recent graduate from Hampshire College, where I studied theater and education. I’ve spent the past two and a half years working at a preschool in Amherst, Massachusetts. There, I discovered my passion for early education! My other passion is theater, but more specifically, puppetry! In my free time, I build and perform with muppet-style puppets. I also love going on walks, playing games and puzzles, taking naps, spending time with my friends and family, and above all else, I love spending time with my cat, Count Olaf.

​Ceili McC-B
Lead Teacher of Owls Class (2-3 year olds)
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Hi! My name is Ceili - I have been working with children since I was really young! I've always found working with kids to be the most rewarding and fulfilling task I can do. I took an early childhood vocational class in highschool, I briefly went to college for Arts Education. I've worked at several different daycares and nannied for a summer in 2023. Working at VNC has been a great experience - I love to be outside all dat everyday and the best part is that the kids do so well and feel so comfortable with us. In my free time I love to create art, work at MudCity Clay, sing, and hang out with my loved ones. 

Megan L. 
Assistant Teacher of Owls Class (2-3 year olds)

Coming Soon

Katie M. 
Co-Teacher of Hawk Classroom (3-5 year old)
Coming soon!!

Selena A.
Co-Teacher in Hawks Classroom (3-5 year old)
Hello everyone! From a very young age, I have always enjoyed the outdoors and helping care for children. I used to help my mother with incoming foster children by helping them set up the rooms and helping them feel safe to adjust to our home. If my mother had baby’s placed in her care, I helped with feedings and diaper changes as well.  I spent all my summers in the Midwest on my grandfather's farm with my twenty-plus cousins. We had lots of farm chores to do we enjoyed them except having to clean up the bull pen. That one was not so fun, and we sure did have to be quick. After chores were all said and done, we got to go swimming in my grandfather's lake, ride the ATVs, go mud sliding, hay bale hopping, play on the tire swing, draw with slate stone in the driveway, and so much more. We ran barefoot, wild and free; it was my favorite time of year. Now to find a job here at The Village Nest, where it brings those two foundations of my life together, is beyond wonderful. I’m excited to get to know you all and your children!

Special shout out to our substitute staff and "specials" team

Bash
Facilities Manager & Substitute Staff

Alicia
Substitute Staff