All of our staff at Kids Care Academy exceed early childhood education requirements through training on various topics and by attending on-going college courses to address each child’s needs. In addition, they are all trained in Pediatric CPR/First Aid and Universal Precautions.
Below you’ll find photos, and a short bio about each member of our management team. Rest assured, your child is in good hands at Kids Care Academy.
Jeffersonville Location
Ellen Q., Director
Hi! My name is Ellen. I’m currently the director of our Jeffersonville location. I have been with Kids Care Academy since the summer of 2012 and have loved every minute of it! I graduated from Ivy Tech with an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood and also hold a Bachelor’s degree from IUS. I hope to continue my education and obtain a Master’s Degree in Education. I have several years of experience working with children in various settings, including my church nursery and one-on-one care with children with learning disabilities. Working with children has been my lifelong dream, and I love the chance to make a difference in each child’s life here at Kids Care Academy!
Emily T., Assistant Director
I’m Emily, the Assistant Director at the Jeffersonville location. I have been with Kids Care Academy since the beginning of 2014 when I was hired as a Lead Teacher in a two-year-old class. I soon fell in love with Kids Care Academy and decided to work towards a management position so I could help new teachers and staff offer the best possible care and education to our children. I have eleven years of experience teaching young children. My background includes directing children’s ministries at a local church and previously working at another licensed center. I’m currently pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and then plan to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree. My husband Aaron and I have been married for seven years and do not yet have children of our own. We both enjoy volunteering at our church, spending time with family, and hiking at Clifty Falls. I also enjoy scrapbooking and treasure hunting at thrift stores.
Most weekends we can be found browsing local farmers’ markets, hiking, or spending time with our adorable niece, Penny. I’m so thankful that Kids Care Academy has allowed me the opportunities to grow and follow my dreams!
Jessica H., Supervisor
Hi, my name is Jessica. I’m a supervisor at the Jeffersonville location. I’ve been with Kids Care Academy since 2012. I started as the preschool teacher and then worked my way up to supervisor. I currently have a Child Development Associate and have over eleven years of childcare experience. I love working with children because of their eagerness to learn and their desire to explore new things. I believe children are rewarding in many ways, but also challenging at times. It is the impact and influence of children that motivates me to continue doing what I love! I am so thankful that Kids Care Academy allows me to follow my passions!
New Albany Location
Paula Montalvo
Paula is one of the owners of Kids Care Academy, and is a graduate from Indiana University Southeast who majored in Secondary English Education.
She has had ten years of child care experience, and has a 5-year old daughter of her own. She currently takes classes at Ivy Tech in Sellersburg to obtain her Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, and intends to obtain her Masters in Education.
Sherri Coffey
Sherri is one of the owners of Kids Care Academy who has her MBA in Business from Purdue University. Originally from Indianapolis, she was a regional manager is a restaurant chain where she met her husband, Tony.
They adopted their first child, and upon looking for quality child care, they found none that they felt comfortable in leaving their daughter. Sherri then opened her own home to care for children of all ages for several years, until her husband was transferred to Louisville. Sherri then directed a successful child care ministry for 10 years before finally deciding to open Kids Care Academy. Sherri and Tony now have 5 adopted children, and look forward to KCA’s success and growth.
