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Ms. Sofia
Director
Bio incoming!
Ms. Justine
Business Manager
Ms. Justine is a graduate from the University of Mary Washington with a degree in Business Administration. She has spent her entire life as a member of Virginia Hills Church and Preschool thanks to her father, Pastor Purdy. She loves animals, art, music, and cooking.
Teacher
Pre-K Teacher (Penguin Class)
Bio incoming
Ms. Komal
Pre-K Teacher (Dinosaur Class)
Although she began her career as a flight attendant, Ms. Komal’s desire to work with children led her to a teaching career. She has been working at Virginia Hills Preschool for 14 years and loves it. Ms. Komal earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in 1996 from Karachi, Pakistan. She is married with two boys and loves to bake, cook, and enjoy nature.
Ms. Gissel
Pre-K Assistant (Dinosaur Class)
Ms. Gissel is originally from Mexico. She moved to the United States 5 years ago. She is married and has 2 beautiful daughters, Sofía and Elena. She likes to spend her free time with her family, go for walks, cook, and loves to watch movies. She is very happy to be a part of the Virginia Hills Preschool family.
Ms. Irina
Preschool Teacher (Owl Class)
Ms. Irina joined the staff in 2016 after co-oping for a few years. Born in Armenia, she received her Master’s Degree in Russian Language and Literature and also holds a nursing degree. She has been in Alexandria since 2004 where she keeps busy with her daughter’s activities including scouts, swim team, and dance.
Ms. Becky
Preschool Teacher (Ladybug Class)
Ms. Becky, an Alexandria native, has been a part of the Virginia Hills Preschool family since 2023. She has been a preschool teacher for 4 years, teaching children aged 18 months to 3 years old. Caring for and teaching children is such a joyful part of her life. While staying at home with her two children when they were younger, she discovered all the fun things we adults can do to encourage children's growth and learning at a young age. Prior to teaching, she worked in various settings as a Certified Athletic Trainer and elementary PE teacher. Ms. Becky looks forward to meeting you all soon!
Ms. Ami
Preschool Assistant (Ladybug Class)
Ms. Ami is so excited to be working at Virginia Hills Preschool again this school year! She enjoys teaching and really loves taking care of kids. She enjoys spending time with the preschoolers; playing, coloring, reading books, and so much more. She loves and takes care of them like they are her own kids. She's so happy to be here with your children!
Teacher
Toddler Teacher (Teddy Bear Class)
Bio Incoming!
Ms. Caitlin
Toddler Assistant (Teddy Bear Class)
Ms. Caitlin has been with Virginia Hills Preschool since Spring 2021. She has a bachelor's degree from Frostburg State University and is currently taking classes at NOVA in the childhood development program. She is excited to start a new school year at VHP.
Ms. Colleen
Toddler Teacher (Puppy Class)
Born and raised in Richmond, VA, Ms. Colleen attended the College of William and Mary earning a Bachelor of Arts in History and Elementary Education. While attending, she met and later married her college sweetheart. They have been married 20 years and have three wonderful children. All three of Ms. Colleen’s children have attended Virginia Hills with her youngest being a current student. Prior to starting her family, Ms. Colleen taught for several years in Fairfax County Public Schools in Kindergarten and First Grade. She has two large dogs – Dug (120 lb Cane Corso) and Nala (65 lb lab mix). In her spare time, Ms. Colleen enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, and home decorating.
Ms. Christabell
Toddler Assistant (Puppy Class)
Ms. Christabell has been with Virginia Hills Preschool since 2012. She holds her Bachelor’s Degree in Education and has previously worked with our three-year-old and Pre-K program as a lead teacher. She has been teaching since 1999. Teaching is her passion. She enjoys listening to music and crafting, especially knitting and cross-stitching.