Lead Teacher
Emma Philip is in her 14th year working at Columbus. She started as an assistant teacher just out of college after gaining a BA in Sociology with a minor in Art History from Hartwick College. She went on to Mercy College for her master’s degree in Early Childhood Education at Mercy College. Emma has always worked with the youngest children at Columbus (2s/3s), and absolutely loves the incredible developmental changes they go through during the course of a school year. From separation to learning how to communicate with one another, to developing a greater sense of self and learning how to be a community member, she feels that being a part of each child’s life is such an honor. She’s excited to be a mom to Sophie who is 3 years old and attends Columbus Pre-School.
I am excited to introduce you to the many wonderful things about Columbus Pre-School that made me want to join as director 12 years ago.