Meet Our Teachers

Hannah graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. She spent the first nine years of her teaching career at The Orchard School where she taught first and second grade. In 2016 Hannah graduated with her Masters of Science in Education Administration from Butler University. She worked as a school administrator for one year in Carmel before deciding to stay home with her children. When Hannah’s son enrolled at TCC last fall she knew it was a special place! Her admiration for the school only grew as the year progressed and when the Director’s position became available it felt like a great fit! Hannah is thrilled to be a part of the TCC family and is looking forward to helping the school continue to thrive! Hannah and her husband, Nick, have two children- Declan and Veda. When not at The Children’s Corner, she enjoys being outdoors with her family. (2023)

Bethany is a lifelong resident of Indianapolis, minus the 4 years she spent at Drake University in Iowa studying public relations. She and her husband, Chad, have one daughter, Ellie, a graduate of TCC. Ellie is currently a student at St. Luke Catholic School. Bethany has served TCC on the Evening of Art committee and as a board member. She is excited to start her fifth year as part of the Pre-Kindergarten and Young Two’s staff. (since 2020)

Susie is an IU graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, minoring in Art. She studied at Jordan School of Dance as well and also has her real estate license. She previously worked in property management for her family business and taught dance lessons at local schools for several years. She and her husband, Jim, have three children, Shannon (Matt) and Grandson George; Tyler (Diana) and Grandson Peter and Shane. Tyler and Shane are TCC alumni. Susie enjoys music, dance, reading, animals, her horse, Joey, and is an artist in her own right. She is a lead in the 2’s and 3’s (Monday and Tuesday). In addition, she teaches Creative Movement at the Corner and has led an Art Camp in our Summer Program. This is Susie’s 25th year with TCC. (since 1999)

Danielle Cruz is a lifetime resident of Meridian Kessler. She graduated from IUPUI with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and is going back to school for her Early Childhood Education degree. She attended IPS schools throughout her elementary (CFI 70) and secondary education (Broad Ripple HS) career. Both of her children, Guy and Ruby, currently attend Rousseau McClellan Montessori #91, where she is heavily involved and serves as the MPTA president. Danielle and her husband, Chris, have been together for over 20 years. They are a close knit family that love to spend time together, especially going for walks and trying all the different pizza places. They love to travel as a family to visit the mountains and the ocean. Danielle loves to go to concerts, cook, bake sweet treats, and read. She loves assisting in the 3 and 4’s and Pre-K classes. (since 2023)

Franny studied Psychology and Human Development at Ball State University. She grew up near Purdue University and moved to Indy after college. Prior to having children, she worked as the Director of Membership and Education for a trade organization. She also volunteered in Dinosphere at the Children’s Museum. Franny has spent the past seven years at home raising her twins, who are graduates of The Children’s Corner. In her free time, Franny enjoys gardening, baking, reading, and traveling with her husband and children. Franny will be working as an assistant in the 2’s and 3’s classes. (Since 2022)

Angie graduated from IU with a degree in Elementary Education. Her first teaching position was in Michigan where she taught Kindergarten and then First grade. After their time in Michigan, she and her husband moved back to Indianapolis where her first daughter was born. Angie and her husband then had 3 additional children: one boy and two more girls. Their children range in age from 18-26. The oldest two attended TCC and were in Cathy Johnson’s 2’s and 3’s class. Angie is very excited to join this wonderful community again and she enjoys walking her dogs, reading and she is beginning to learn to quilt. Angie is a lead in the Pre-Kindergarten program. (since 2020)

Page graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education as well as a Kindergarten endorsement. After completing her student teaching in Indianapolis and England, she taught 1st and 2nd grades in Lawrence Township. After her second son was born, she stayed home with her boys. Page and her husband, Ed, have 4 children – Jack, Charlie, Stuart and Benjamin, ranging in age from 20 to 28. The three youngest are all graduates of The Children’s Corner. Page enjoys running, cooking and traveling. This is Page’s 14th year at TCC. Page will be working as a lead in the Pre-Kindergarten program. (since 2010)

Maryclare grew up in the Meridian Kessler neighborhood and both she and her husband, Patrick were students here at The Children’s Corner. Maryclare attended San Diego State University and studied communications. Maryclare worked in Orange County, CA for Pacific Life in Meetings,Marketing & Event Planning. Patrick and Maryclare reconnected in Chicago after college and were married here in Indianapolis and have three children who all loved their early childhood years at The Children’s Corner. Maryclare will lead Wednesday, Thursday and Friday classes and assist in the 3’s/4’s for Thursday extended days. (Since 2020)

Erica earned a BA degree from Indiana University. She completed her Master’s Degree in Early Education at Marian University. She previously taught 2nd and 3rd grade at MSD of Pike Township. She later enjoyed being a full-time mom when her three children were younger (all of which are TCC graduates!). Erica enjoys spending time at her family’s lake house and spends the summer boating and relaxing on the water with her family. Erica, and her husband Erik, are both IU graduates and are avid Hoosiers fans. They love to spend time in Bloomington. She also loves to cook and entertain & host family and friends. Her children keep the family busy and their interests include: creative writing & art, competitive dance and basketball. Erica is excited to continue working with the staff and families at The Children’s Corner. She will be working as a Lead in the 3/4s morning and extended day programs. (since 2017)

Nicole has been a preschool teacher at The Children’s Corner since 2018. She started out as an assistant and now leads her own class in the 3/4’s program. She graduated from the University of Milwaukee, Wisconsin with an elementary education degree. Her and her husband Hani have lived in Indianapolis for 11 years and both of their daughters were born here. Leila is a sixth grader and Miriam is a fourth grader at IHM school. Both girls graduated from TCC!

Nicole is very involved in the church and the PTO at IHM. Most times you will find her out running or walking her dog in the neighborhood. Her family loves to be at the Rivi Club, travel, and read together. Nicole will be leading Tuesday/Thursdays, and leading the 3/4’s Fabulous Friday afternoon class.

Alissa is originally from Anderson, Indiana and attended Indiana University on a Track and Field/Cross Country scholarship. After school, she moved to New York City and worked for an advertising agency for 7 years before moving to Indianapolis in 1995. She and her husband, Tom, have been married 28 years and have two sons. Weston is 25, a 2021 IU grad and Wyatt is 23, a 2024 Hanover grad. She enjoys living in Broad Ripple being walking distance to restaurants, parks, and loves taking her two little toy poodles on walks. This is Alissa’s eighteenth year at The Children's Corner. She is an assistant in the Pre-Kindergarten morning program, has served TCC on the Evening of Art committee since 2019 and will be assisting Hannah Todd as her Administrative Coordinator. (since 2006)

After completing her IU student teaching here at TCC and graduating in 1999, Tami joined the staff and worked as a lead teacher in 2's, 3/4s, and Pre-K until she retired in 2020. After her 3 year break, Tami has returned to TCC as a float teacher in 3/4s and Pre-K. Tami has been married to Ken for 44 years, they have 4 children ranging from 39 yrs to their baby (a TCC grad) 29 yrs., and they have 2 grand babies. Tami loves working with children, reading, snow birding, and family!

Flo Barnes is an Ohio native who moved to Indy to teach Spanish at Avon High School after receiving her degree from Miami University. She got her Masters in Education at Butler University and has enjoyed various roles in the education world since then. She is excited to extend her resume to include early childhood at TCC. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Tony, an Indianapolis native, and two sons Leo and Peter who attend IHM school. She looks forward to all the fun, funny, entertaining moments that are sure to come this year. 

Stacie graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice. After attending IU, she went on to study Mental Health Counseling at Valparaiso University. She and her family reside in Broad Ripple where she’s spent the last 10 years as a full-time stay at home mom to her two sons, Camden and Calvin. Both graduates of The Children’s Corner! Stacie enjoys hiking, volunteering at her children’s elementary school, books, and spending time with her family and pets.

Maggie Flynn has been a life long Hoosier. She grew up in Carmel and attended Brebeuf Jesuit.  She received her BFA from Indiana University in 2006 and her teaching license in elementary education from Marian University in 2008. She taught at Brooks School Elementary in Fishers for 10 years.  Maggie married her husband, Ryan, in 2014 and they have been Meridian Kessler residents for 10 years. They have two daughters that both graduated Children’s Corner and now attend Immaculate Heart of Mary. You may find Maggie doing after school enrichment at IHM and also teaching adult craft classes at Sullivan Hardware. Maggie loves having adventures with her family and spending time their new dog, Clyde. Maggie loves working with children and feels so lucky to have the privilege to be part of the TCC community.