Our Staff

We at Dulin are particularly proud of our teaching staff. All teachers and staff are committed to play-based early childhood education as well as family involvement and come from a variety of educational backgrounds. Many staff members are former Dulin parents and have spent years as part of the Dulin community continuing our strong philosophies.

Our teachers’ top priority is providing children with a warm, nurturing, school environment. They are also dedicated to expanding young minds by sharing their personal passions for art, music, literature, science, and nature with their students. They work together to provide many avenues for learning and growth through a wide variety of activities, crafts, and games. Teachers design an appealing classroom experience to provide for many different learning styles. Our students see school as fun not work!

All of our staff maintain MAT, DHO, CPR, and First Aid certifications, and regularly participate in continuing education. For more information about our teachers, please contact us.

Jaime Iglehart – Foxes Teacher

I’m excited to be the new teacher of the Foxes class. I have had three children go through Dulin and love the strong community feel of the school.

Prior to choosing to stay home with my kids, I worked as a school counselor and I have also substituted at Dulin for a couple of years. I’m hoping that my counseling skills will come in handy to help me build a quick rapport with your children and help them to feel safe and comfortable. My hobbies and interests include painting, tennis, going on adventures with my kids, traveling, exercising, and spoiling my dog.

Becca Johnson - Owls Teacher

I am delighted to be joining the Dulin family this year! My background is in teaching and early childhood development. I have worked in special education, and taught Kindergarten for four years. I am passionate about providing an open, collaborative environment where young children can flourish and pursue their interests, gain social skills, and create a foundation for their future learning. More than anything I love watching a child’s face light up when they understand a new concept, master a skill, or make a connection with a peer. Early childhood is truly a magical time!

In my free time, I enjoy visiting the many parks in the area with my two-year-old daughter and husband, frequenting the library, and listening to a good podcast. I can’t wait to get to know you and your children!

Megan Richter – Administrative Director

My two children attended a cooperative preschool and I treasured every minute of it – even the messy ones! Eight years in the classroom showed me that adults have so much to learn from simply getting on the floor with a child and following their lead. Having served as Board President, Membership Chair and Room Parent, I understand that it takes a village to keep a co-op running smoothly. I’m excited to join Dulin as the Administrative Director and be a part of this wonderful community of dedicated parents and teachers! I have a Masters in Public Communication and have worked in the public relations and marketing fields. I am originally from Kentucky (go Cats!) and enjoy traveling and going on new adventures with my husband and two children (9 and 6 years old).

Jenn Fagnan - Lions Teacher

I am from Northern New York and was a Reading Teacher before getting married. My husband is in the military and we have lived in some amazing places. Some of our favorites have been Hawaii, Colorado, and Washington State. We have a son in college and a daughter in high school. We also have a lot of pets! I look forward to meeting and getting to know your wonderful children.

Kristin Wajert - Director and Bears Teacher

I am thrilled to be in the Dulin family as the teacher of the Bears and as Teacher/Director! I have my BS and M.Ed. in Early Childhood Development and Special Education from the University of Delaware and George Mason University. I was raised in New York and have been in DC for 20+ years and love this area and all that it has to offer.

I have two incredible kiddos who are Dulin alums! I am excited to be taking on these roles at Dulin working with the families and teachers. I am passionate about teaching and about our play-based curriculum. All the fundamentals of learning happen in these first years and I love being a part of it!

Ellen Brophy - Enrichment Teacher

Ellen Brophy is Dulin’s lead Enrichment teacher and one of our substitute teachers. Ellen has been a part of the Dulin community for over 15 years, first as a cooping parent and board member, then as the lead teacher of the Foxes class. During her time at Dulin, Ellen has served as president of the board of directors, admissions chair, and director. Ellen has two teenage children, both Dulin graduates. Before starting a family, Ellen attended Georgetown University and had a career designing educational programming for a major DC trade association. In her free time, Ellen enjoys reading, walking, and any activity near or on salt water.