Preschool Staff

Connie teaches a K4 class, and has worked at Effort Christian School and Preschool for 7 years. She holds a certificate in Early Childhood Education from Piedmont Virginia Community College.  Connie loves Jesus and finds great joy in sharing the love of Jesus with the children at ECSP.

Shelby teaches a 3-year-old class at ECSP. She has over 35 years experience working with children, and is just the right fit for our precious little ones. She loves to sing and do arts and crafts with her class.

Becky teaches our youngest students at ECSP in the 2.5-year-old class. She loves to incorporate messy crafts and nature themed activities in her lesson plans.

BethAnn teaches a K4 class and has many years of preschool teaching experience. She loves spending time with children and fills her classroom with music each day.

Carla joined our team in 2015 and currently teaches K4. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Elementary Education from the University of Central Oklahoma.

Amanda teaches a 3-year-old class at ECSP. She likes to incorporate book characters into her lessons and doing crafts in the classroom.

Nicole Dickman Credentials Student at J. Sergeant Reynolds Community College Nicole began at Effort in February of 2018 as an After Care Instructor. She became a Teacher’s Assistant for Ms. Patty during the summer program.  Nicole graduated from FCHS in May of 2018 and she is currently attending J. Sargeant Reynolds studying Horticulture. Nicole has lived in Fluvanna her entire life and was recently engaged. In her spare time she likes to travel and go to the beach. Life Verse…