1307 N. Main St.
Mt. Airy, MD 21771
301-829-0014

People

Samantha Heflin – 3’s Teacher

Samantha grew up in San Diego, she moved to Maryland in 2011. She got her teaching certifications from Frederick Community College and started her career in the midst of covid. She grew up in the Lutheran Church and is excited to continue her walk with Christ at St. James. Samantha, her husband and their son…

Fawn Turner – 3’s and 4’s Teacher

Fawn Turner is a dedicated Preschool Teacher at St. James’ Nursery School, where she creates a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners. With an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Carroll Community College and a Bachelor’s in Human Services and Psychology from Walden University, Fawn is passionate about supporting the developmental needs of…

Michaela Hunter – 3’s and 4’s Aide

Michaela is a native of Southern Maryland, growing up in Charles County. She will be attending Harrisburg Community College in the fall for Construction management with a focus on environmental health and safety. Michaela has been working in childcare since the fall of 2020. Outside of work Michaela spends her free time volunteering for a…

Karen Henson – 3’s Aide

My name is Karen Henson. I was born and raised in New Jersey in the Newark area. I have lived in Mt. Airy since 1975. My husband Gary and I have raised 2 daughters, Jillian and Morgan. I have 1 grandson and 3 granddaughters and 3 grand dogs. I got my AA degree in nursing…

Maddie Abel – 3’s Aide

Maddie has lived in Frederick County her whole life and has lived in Mount Airy since she was 10. She graduated from Urbana High School and has been working in childcare since she was 19 years old. From daycare centers, to nannying, and now here at St. James’ for her second school year! She is…

Lexi Winkler- 4’s Aide

Lexi has lived in Mount Airy all her life and graduated from South Carroll High School, as well as from Bridgewater College with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in social work. Her and her siblings are St. James Nursery School alumni, as well as her father! She played collegiate soccer and is…

Amy Gilbert- 4’s Teacher

Ms. Amy Gilbert has been in the early education field for over 20 years. She has taught all ages, but primarily focused in teaching prek. She holds several certifications as well being accredited at a level 5. This is her third year at Saint James and excited for this year’s adventure! She was born and…

Ashley Kerfoot- 2’s Teacher Aide

Ashley grew up in Howard County and went to Centennial High School. She went to Howard Community College and received her AA degree in Early Childhood Education. Ashley moved to Carroll County in 2014. She worked at Howard County Parks and Recreation in the Before and After School Care Program for about 10 years. Ashley…