Hi! My name is Ms. Krystal. I have been teaching at Children Central since July of 2021, but I have been teaching Pre-Kindergarten for over 10 years now and I absolutely love it!
I am the lead Pre-Kindergarten teacher and Center Mentor here at Children Central. To further my education, I recently obtained my CDA (Child Development Associates) credential in preschool education. I plan to incorporate my new knowledge into the classroom to help better prepare the children for kindergarten.
Pre-K is my favorite age group because the children are so curious and love learning. I also love watching them turn into such independent little grownups throughout the school year. I hope to bring some new and exciting activities into the classroom to help your children get “Kindergarten ready” and have lots of fun while doing it.
I recently got engaged in fall of 2024 and became a first-time mom to a perfect little boy named Carter in May of 2025. So, when I am not teaching, you may find me spending time with my fiancé and son or rooting on my favorite sports teams (the Eagles and Phillies). I also have 3 cats named Theo, Ginger, and Millie who I call my fur children.
I am so excited to be your child’s Pre-K teacher and cannot wait to help them learn and grow throughout the school year! Together we have so many adventures, learn a whole lot, and make great memories while getting the children ready for kindergarten.
Hi! My name is Mrs. Raeli (pronounced rye-lee). I am so happy to be a Pre-K teacher for your children as of November 2025!
I officially began my teaching journey in 2023, working with children from two to five years old. Most recently, I have been a Pre-K teacher as this is my favorite age group because the children are so curious and naturally love learning! My goal in the classroom is always to make learning a fun, interactive adventure, ensuring that every child is excited to achieve their academic goals and turn into independent little people.
I am currently planning to start school soon to earn my CDA (Child Development Associates) credential, as I continue to pursue my education in this field. I grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah, in a large Samoan family—I am one of eleven kids! My husband and I were married in 2019 and moved to New Jersey the following year. We relocated to Pennsylvania in August 2025. While we do not have children of our own yet, I am a proud aunt to 17 nephews and nieces, and a great aunt to a wonderful great-nephew. My passion for teaching began at a very young age, in fact, I started changing diapers when I was just nine years old! This early experience of caring for my family helped me realize my calling to teach and nurture others.
Outside the classroom, I cherish quality time with my husband and family. You can often find us singing karaoke, playing sports, enjoying video games, or exploring new restaurants together.
I am looking forward to getting to know all of you and can’t wait to make new memories with our class this year as we prepare the children for kindergarten!
My name is Mr. Almir, and I joined the teaching team at Children Central in September 2024. I began my journey here as an Assistant Teacher in the Twaddler classroom and have since transitioned to teaching primarily in the Preschool and Pre-K classrooms. I’ve truly enjoyed the unique experience of working with each of these age groups! My passion for childcare started at age 16 as a camp counselor, followed by two years as a classroom assistant at my local elementary school during my junior and senior years of high school.
I am a strong advocate for play-based learning, as I believe children gain the most knowledge by ‘doing.’ Whether in the Twaddler or Pre-K classroom, I strive to create hands-on experiences that foster creativity and social-emotional growth.
To further my commitment to teaching, I am studying Early Childhood Education at Montgomery County Community College. Upon earning my Associate’s degree, I intend to pursue a Bachelor’s degree to deepen my expertise in child development.
What I love most about teaching is the opportunity to build a unique bond with every child in my class. Each student brings a wonderful personality to the room, and I truly enjoy getting to know them all! Outside of the classroom, I love staying active by riding bikes or getting lost in a good fantasy novel. I’m also a huge Philadelphia sports fan —go Eagles and Sixers!
I am so excited to be part of the Children Central family and look forward to building strong connections with all of our children and their families.