Erin DelVecchio (Director/Head Teacher)
Erin joined the staff at the Killingworth Nursery School in 2002 as a Tots Coordinator and Teacher. She then became the Head Teacher for the preschool program. In the fall of 2021, she took over as Director, while continuing her love, as head teacher. Erin’s three children are graduates of Killingworth Nursery School. Her love for the Killingworth Nursery School and for the children is the reason she became a teacher. Erin is known to many as “Mrs. D.”. She believes teaching young children can be challenging, but it is always rewarding. Foremost, in her mind, is making sure that children have a positive first experience in school. To be a part of a child’s education is an honor, no matter how old they are. Erin has lived in Killingworth for over 25 years.
Jeanne LoMonaco (Assistant Teacher)
Jeanne joined the staff at Killingworth Nursery School in 2021 as the Assistant Teacher. She has lived in Chester for over 19 years with her husband and two children. Jeanne was a volunteer and later a substitute teacher at Jack and Jill Cooperative Nursery School in Chester. When the opportunity to become an assistant teacher presented itself, she was eager to work with young children again. Jeanne is honored to be a part of an educational environment which fosters students’ personal growth and recognizes each child’s unique needs, abilities and interests.
Courtney Palumbo (Terrific Tots Coordinator/Teacher)
Hi! I’m Courtney, and I’m so excited to be leading the TOT’s class at KNS! Before having children of my own, I had the joy of working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, and that experience deepened my love for early childhood development. I’m now a mom of two girls (6&9), wife, and we have a lovable (and very big!) Saint Bernard named Ellie. I’m passionate about creating a welcoming, playful space where toddlers and their caregivers can connect, explore, and grow together. I love spending time with my own family; whether we’re hosting friends, being outside, or getting cozy with a good book. I can’t wait to learn and play alongside you and your little ones!
